Rhône cycle path | From Geneve to Lyon
From Geneva to Lyon
Arrival Geneva
Enjoy your stay at the harbour in Geneva with its famous water fontain ‚Jet d’ Eau’ and in the picturesque old part of town of the ‚smallest metropolis in the world’ – with its cosmopolitan flair and brimming with art and vitality.
You leave Geneva and follow the river Rhône through the Défilé de l´Écluse, a narrow river passage through the mountains. Only after just a few kilometres, you cycle along the first vineyards and your gaze fixes on the mountains of the Savoyer Alps and Mont Blanc. Today’s destination is Seyssel, where two suspension bridges connect the pretty houses and squares on the left and right hand-side of the river Rhône.
On either side of the river Rhône vineyards rise up steeply. You however cycle on flat terrain along the riverbank and enjoy the view. We suggest you have your first break in Chanaz with its charming houses dating back to the 15th and 16th century and its restaurants located directly at the edge of the canal. Afterwards the river Rhône breaks up and you follow the Western branch until Champagneux.
Today you cycle on remote country lanes up to the viewing plateau of Rochefort. Past the Château de Mandrin the route leads you through orchards to marvellous panoramic views. Back at the hotel, you can enjoy the sun terrace, the indoor pool or the renowned restaurant with its French delicacies.
The Rhône cycle path takes you directly along the riverbank through the harmonious border scenery between Ain and Isère. In Perrozan you leave the river and cycle through little hamlets with medieval flair until today’s destination the romantic perched village of Pérouges, located below. Due to its amazing historic village centre, Pérouges is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France. One overnight in Pérouges or Meximieux.
Today's circular tour goes through the Dombes pond landscape, to Notre Dame Abbey and Villars de Dombes. Another overnight stay in Pérouges/Meximieux.
You cycle on remote paths through lush meadows and fields back to the river Rhône. Now you follow the riverbank along the well-constructed cycle path all the way into the centre of Lyon. Since 1998 the old part of town is part of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. Marvel at the numerous architectural highlights and enjoy your final evening in one of the countless exquisite restaurants. One overnight in Lyon.
Departure
After breakfast individual return journey or start of your extension. We recommend the connecting tour from Lyon to Orange.
Charakteristik
On day 1 and day 3 there are a few longer ascents to be tackled. On all other stages the terrain is nearly flat throughout and easy to cycle on. Except for a few interruptions, the Rhône-cycle path is well constructed and it is a perfect example for signposting and routing.
| Season Saison 1 09.04.2023 - 06.05.2023 02.10.2023 - 08.10.2023 Arrival Sunday | Season Saison 2 07.05.2023 - 17.06.2023 11.09.2023 - 01.10.2023 Arrival Sunday | Season Saison 3 18.06.2023 - 10.09.2023 Arrival Sunday | |
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| Rhône I, 8 days, FR-RORGL-08X | |||
| Base price | 999.00 | 1,049.00 | 1,129.00 |
| Surcharge single room | 349.00 | 349.00 | 349.00 |
| Season Saison 1 Apr 9, 2023 - May 6, 2023 Oct 2, 2023 - Oct 8, 2023 Arrival Sunday | Season Saison 2 May 7, 2023 - Jun 17, 2023 Sep 11, 2023 - Oct 1, 2023 Arrival Sunday | Season Saison 3 Jun 18, 2023 - Sep 10, 2023 Arrival Sunday | |
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| Geneva | |||
| Double room p.P. | 115.00 | 115.00 | 115.00 |
| Surcharge single room | 55.00 | 55.00 | 55.00 |
| Lyon | |||
| Double room p.P. | 75.00 | 75.00 | 75.00 |
| Surcharge single room | 50.00 | 50.00 | 50.00 |
Included:
- 6 Overnights in hotels of the booked category incl. breakfast buffet or extended breakfast
- Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
- At best elaborated route with maps (GE,EN,FR)
- Detailed travel documents with maps 1x per room (GE,EN,FR)
- GPS-Tracks on request available
- For rental bikes, rental bike insurance
- 7-days-service-hotline
Not included:
- Arrival and departure
- Costs for parking
- City tax
- Transfers
- Optional sightseeings
- City maps
- Repairs of own bike
- Travel Insurances
- Costs of the private requirements
Arrival and Departure
- Geneva train station
- Geneva airport
- Good train connections from Lyon to Geneva. Duration about 2 h without train change
Parking
Chargeable private parking at the hotel, approx. € 25,- per day, payable on site, no reservation possible.
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