What if the best memory of your vacation was a bike ride?

We rarely remember the kilometers traveled by car. On the other hand, we remember very well that little road lined with trees, that impromptu break by a river, that village discovered almost by chance, or that picnic shared in the shade, far from the crowd.

The best holiday memories They are not always the ones we had planned. They often arise from a detour. From a desire to slow down. From a path we decide to follow without really knowing where it leads. This is precisely what they allow us to do. greenways.

Much more than just simple cycle routesThey offer another way to discover a destination: more freedom, more peaceful, and closer to both the landscapes and the locals. Today, they are becoming a real asset when choosing a holiday.

Follow a path… and let the destination tell its own story.

A green way It possesses something that no road can offer: it invites you to take your time.

Le Biking It moves slowly. The scenery Things change gradually. You hear the sound of the river, you glimpse a village market, an old train station converted into a café, a castle appearing behind the trees. You no longer tick places off a list. You experience the territory.

Some of the most beautiful French destinations owe part of their success to their major cycle routesAlong the Loire à Vélo, the Canal des Deux Mers à vélo or the Vélodyssée, travellers discover the heritage in a different way, by naturally linking villages, cultural sites and natural spaces.

If you are looking for inspiration, our selection of most beautiful tourist sites accessible from a greenway is an excellent starting point for imagining your next stay.

The best vacations are often the ones you didn't really plan.

On vacation, what we appreciate most is that feeling of freedom. Waking up without a plan. Deciding at the last minute. Changing our minds. Stopping when a landscape makes us want to take a break.

The green ways fit perfectly into this spirit. No need to prepare a route complex, to book an activity several days in advance or to be a cyclist experienced. We take A bikeWe follow the path. The rest comes naturally.

And that's probably why so many travelers are now incorporating a bike ride among their best holiday memories.

Renting a bike has never been easier

Just a few years ago, going on a cycling holiday meant bringing your own equipment. Today, it's much simpler. On My Green WayYou can find it in just a few clicks. a bicycle rental company near your place of stay thanks to our partnership with Loki .

Classic bikes, electric bikes, hybrid bikes or children's bikes… simply choose the model that suits your outing, reserve it, and then join the green way the closest.

In just a few minutes, your vacation takes on a whole new dimension.

A holiday where everyone finds their own rhythm

Family holidays are often a delicate balance. You need an activity that appeals to children without boring adults, that is accessible to grandparents, and that leaves room for breaks and unexpected events.

The green ways They naturally meet all these expectations. Children enjoy riding safely, parents appreciate the scenery, everyone travels at their own pace, and the numerous opportunities to stop make the outing as enjoyable as the destination. In the end, it's not the kilometers covered that count. It's the moments shared.

Choosing a destination… for everything it allows you to experience

For a long time, people chose a destination for its monuments, beaches or landscapes.

Today the voyageurs They are also looking for places where it is easy to have experiences.

A destination crossed by a walking and cycling path It offers precisely this promise. It allows you to alternate between swimming, sightseeing, local markets and bike rides without ever feeling like you're following a schedule. Every day can be different. Every outing holds a new discovery. And the Biking naturally becomes the central theme of the stay.

Plan your next cycling holiday

If you don't yet know where to go, let yourself be inspired by the hundreds of greenways listed on My Greenway.

You will be able to discover routes Suitable for all levels, from the casual cyclist to the more experienced bike traveler, as well as:

You can also continue reading with some articles from the Mag, to continue exploring ideas for outings, to inspire you for your next holidays and discover new cycling routes :

• The most beautiful greenways by the sea  (to plan a holiday on the coast)
• 20 great tourist sites to discover by bike  (to find your next destination)

FAQ – Greenways and holidays