Loire Star – ‘Petite’ Single Centre

The circular rides
We offer a choice of 7 routes with distances between 9 and 31 miles (14 to 50 kms), with each ride carefully planned to make sure you see the best of the area and that you travel the distance you are most comfortable with.

You can go with the flow of your energy levels down to the Loire maybe, to Chaumont or Blois; head into the Sologne forest and stop at a vineyard or two to tickle the palate with Cheverny blanc, or track down Chambord, the most amazing royal hunting lodge that’s almost on a par with Versailles. Don’t miss the Château de Beauregard – it’s a real picture: a French castle with English-inspired grounds and a world renowned portrait gallery. A day out exploring the refined renaissance château at Troussay along with Cheverny’s sumptuous château apartments is hard to beat too, then there’s always the thought of weaving out through the vineyards to the feudal solidity of Fougères-sur-Bièvre with its charmingly rustic village and medieval château. Whether you’re new to the saddle, just want to take things gently or fancy the challenge and flexibility of heading out for a morning and conquering another point of the ‘Loire Star’ after lunch, this a real break with wow factor: wonderful châteaux to visit, great gentle cycling and, to top it all, really delicious and well deserved dinners.

All of the routes offer excellent cycling and there are plenty of opportunities to stop for refreshments.