Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
As of Oct 2022, subject to change.
Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.
Experience the magic of the French Atlantic coast on an unforgettable bike tour from Bordeaux to Biarritz. This tour combines the wild beauty of the coast with the charm of French beach towns. Start in the charming wine town of Bordeaux before you cycle on idyllic paths through fragrant pine forests and along endless sandy beaches to Lacanau. A highlight of your trip is the drive to Arcachon, which takes you over the Cape Ferret with a scenic boat trip. Here you will find the impressive Dune du Pilat, the highest sand dune in Europe. Continue through the seaside resorts of Biscarrosse and Mimizan Plage, as well as Vieux Boucau and Messanges - enjoy the tranquility of the southern beaches before finally reaching lively Biarritz.
Flat roads and paved bike paths
Important Information: Effective immediately (August 2026), the route for Day 3 has been changed due to the ongoing wildfires. We would like to assure you that these changes will in no way detract from the appeal of the trip. On the contrary: they allow us to offer you a safe, pleasant, and suitable route while still retaining the most important highlights of this beautiful journey between Bordeaux and Biarritz.
Individual arrival and optional visits to the Cité de Vin, Bassin des Lumières, etc. (can be booked at an additional cost)
After leaving Bordeaux, you follow a bike path through forests to the sea. This former railroad line has been redeveloped as a greenway and offers a varied landscape that soon takes you away from the metropolis. The stage destination is the seaside resort of Lacanau – take your time and stop at one of the many restaurants or cafés.
A pleasant leg of the La Vélodyssée bike route, winding through dunes and forests, awaits you. Enjoy the ocean views on your way to the Cap Ferret peninsula. There, food lovers can sample the famous oysters from the Perles basin. A boat will then take you on a leisurely ride to Arcachon.
New route now in effect due to the ongoing wildfires: You’ll start the route with a transfer to Andernos, where your approximately 45-km tour begins. This stage is particularly charming and allows you to discover a beautiful part of the Arcachon Basin, with the route passing through the port of Biganos, the village of Le Teich, and several oyster-farming villages, among other places. We recommend planning to have lunch in Andernos (or Lacanau, depending on the transfer time) before starting the bike tour.
A short but worthwhile stage is on the program today. You will first cycle along the beaches of Arcachon and La Teste de Buch and then climb the Dune du Pilat, the highest shifting dune in Europe. Afterwards, you will continue on the Vélodyssée to the Landes forest and to Biscarosse.
Today you can look forward to a bike tour through the Landes forest. The scent of the pine forest, the chirping of crickets and the shade of the pines guarantee a relaxing stopover, where you can enjoy a bite to eat at Lac de Parentis or at Etang d’Aureilhan, where various water sports activities are on offer.
This stage takes you along the coast of Les Landes on a completely flat route where you can stop at one of the many beaches. You will pass through the surfing villages of Contis Plage and Moliets et Maa, among others, which are ideal for a meal or a swim. You will spend the night in Vieux Boucau or Messanges.
The last stage of your journey takes you from Les Landes to the Basque Country. The city of Bayonne is a must-see, where you can discover Basque culture by strolling through the narrow streets of the old town. Afterwards, continue to the magnificent city of Biarritz, where you can relax and enjoy the sights. We recommend leaving the bikes at the hotel and exploring Biarritz on foot.
Individual departure, return transfer or extension
7 nights incl. shower/toilet
Daily breakfast
Boat trip from Cape Ferret to Arcachon (effective from August 2026: transfer Lacanu to Andernos included instead!)
All tourism taxes/local taxes
Luggage transport (max. 20 kg per piece)
GPS/cycling app (we recommend taking a power bank and cell phone mount to ensure a smooth process)
7-day service hotline
Our tip: Get your eSIM for a low-priced holiday-data package here
| Discount extra bed (in double room with 2 full payers) | |
| Children 0-4,99 years | -50% |
| Children 5-11,99 years | -25% |
| Bikes & Equipment | |
| 21-speed | 210 |
| E-Bike | 310 |
| Helmet | included with bike rental |
| Extra nights | |
| Bordeaux Cat B (dbl/sgl) | 120/170 |
| Bordeaux Cat A (dbl(sgl) | 140/190 |
| Biarritz Cat B (dbl(sgl) | 140/260 |
| Biarritz Cat A (dbl(sgl) | 235/399 |
| Other extras | |
| Surcharge Solo traveller | 320 |
| Transfer Biarritz-Bordeaux incl. bikes+luggage | on request |
| Train ticket Biarritz-Bordeaux | 50 |
| Entry Cité du Vin (Day 1) | 30 |
| Entry Bassin des Lumières (Day 1) | 22 |
If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
In Category A you willl sleep in selected 3-4* Hotels (and one 2*). In Category B you will be accommodated in a selcetion of 2-3* hotels.
Bordeaux: Moxy Hotel, Renaissance Hotel.
Arcachon: Nautic Hotel
Biscarosse: Hotel Cote & Lac
Biarritz: Petit Hotel, Jules Verne
Note: Please be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.
The following bikes are available to rent:
With our electric bikes, inclines are a breeze. Now cyclists with different fitness levels can go on a bike tour together! The battery lasts for about 80-120 km and the low entry makes it easy to get on.
Airport: Bordeaux (BOD)
We recommend taking a taxi from/to the airport.
Station: Bordeaux
Fast connections from/to Paris with the TGV. Current schedule information and price information can be found here
Return transfer from Biarritz to Bordeaux can be booked, including luggage and your own bikes. There is likely to be a surcharge on Sundays and public holidays. For prices and details, see the price list.
Additional information
Important Information: Effective immediately (August 2026), the route for Day 3 has been changed due to the ongoing wildfires. We would like to assure you that these changes will in no way detract from the appeal of the trip. On the contrary: they allow us to offer you a safe, pleasant, and suitable route while still retaining the most important highlights of this beautiful journey between Bordeaux and Biarritz.
Happy to advise you:
Malin Doppelbauer
