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Cycle touring and mountain biking

Why not discover Alsace by bicycle? With almost 2000 km of cycle trails and cycle routes, Alsace offers cyclists an extremely dense network running from the north to the south of the region, and from the Vosges to the Rhine. These routes will take you into picturesque and little-visited areas of Alsace. Whether you're looking for endurance or simply a leisurely ride with the family, Alsace will never fail to meet your needs, with mountain biking in the Vosges or down in the valleys, and cycle trails criss-crossing the Alsatian plain.

Mountain biking…What better way to discover nature at its best… not to mention a number of cycle trails guaranteed to push you to the limit!

A number of trails reserved for mountain biking and suitable for cyclists of all abilities have been created throughout the Vosges. The terrain here is particularly well-suited to mountain biking. With changes in altitude of between 100 and 1 400 metres, you'll find a huge variety of rides here. The Vosges are perfect for outings, whether for just an afternoon or a week. The Horizon Tour Association proposes a number of "hotel to hotel" routes, and will handle the transfer of your baggage for you from one hotel to another.

Cycle trips for the whole family!

Discover the wine route, visit picturesque villages or explore the valleys. Those who love getting off the beaten track and discovering somewhere new will really be in their element here! The cycle trails are clearly marked out and offer a wealth of great ideas for cycle trips as a family. The more adventurous among you will possibly be tempted by the trails running along the Rhine from north to south.

In Niffer, you will doubtless be surprised to discover the impressive 190 m long lock, which makes it possible for pleasure boats and barges to cross the canal. From east to west, cyclists can discover the Maginot Line and its fortifications. The cycle trails laid out alongside the canals leading to the Rhine also offer some excellent opportunities for a peaceful and relaxing cycle trip. The region's cycle trail network offers many possibilities to discover Alsace safely. The tarmac-coated surfaces make cycling easy, and enable you to travel across the countryside safely away from the traffic.

Rent a bicycle in Alsace and travel around using the public transport system

Finding addresses of bicycle hire companies is easy in Alsace, whether you're looking for mountain bikes, city bikes or even tandems. Everything has been put in place to make your stay as simple and enjoyable as possible. If you decide to visit Alsace by bicycle and are looking to undertake the longer stretches of your journey using public transport, don't forget to try the regional trains and trams which accept bicycles free of charge!

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