Cycle the Western Front

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This was a great tour - the bikes were really well suited to the terrain. Accommodation was generally great. Navigation with Ride with GPS was really good. We liked that someone met us before we headed out and gave us a road book that we could review each evening before the next day's ride.

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8 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

15 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Paris, France

Bruges, Belgium

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Highlights

Exploring the historic battlefields and commemorative memorials of the Western Front

Visiting museums and sites to gain a deeper understanding of the war history of the region

Enjoying the warm welcome from the locals and the hearty regional cuisine

Cycling through beautiful countryside and discovering interesting medieval towns and cities

Visiting the charming Belgian town of Bruges

Itinerary

Trace the echoes of history on the "Cycle the Western Front" tour, an 8-day self-guided bicycle journey from Paris to Bruges. Perfect for travelers keen on culture, remembrance, and scenic cycling, this moderate-level trip meanders through the legendary battlefields of the Somme and Flanders—regions deeply etched with the stories of World War I.

Pedal along quiet roads and bike paths, stopping at poignant memorials, museums, and cemeteries dedicated to Australian, New Zealand, Canadian, and British soldiers. The ride also immerses you in the natural beauty and culinary traditions of northern France and Belgium, with evenings spent in handpicked hotels in charming towns. The tour concludes in Bruges, celebrated for its medieval ambiance and vibrant canals.

The unique selling point is the journey’s blend of historical reflection and local hospitality, making it both a moving tribute and a rewarding travel experience for those who appreciate depth and context in their trips.

day 1Arrive Amiens

On arrival in Amiens make your way to your hotel which is located in the centre of town near the Cathedral. The Cathedral is the largest example of Gothic architecture in France and is a UNESCO World Heritage listed site. It boasts a soaring nave and its said could easily accommodate the Notre Dame twice over. Miraculously, the Cathedral survived WWI. There are a number of commemorative plaques, in memory of soldiers from the Allied Front. Amiens was home to Jules Verne for a number of years and it was here that he wrote most of his novels. Take time to stroll along the canal path before you begin your cycle tour.

day 2Somme River cycle to Villers Bretonneaux, cross the Hamel battlefield to Albert (51km/31.5mi)

day 3Cycle via Pozieres to Arras (45 or 67km/28 or 41.6mi)

day 4Along the River Scarpe to Vimy then Béthune or Gosnay (49 or 46km/30 or 28.5mi)

day 5Cycle via Fromelles (longer route) and Bailleul to Ypres in Belgium (60 or 75km/37.3 or 46.6mi)

day 6Loop cycle retracing historic First World War battles (49km/30.5mi)

day 7Cycle through flat farmland to Bruges (61km/37.6mi)

day 8Trip concludes

What's Included

Accommodation

7 nights in 2-3 star hotels and B&Bs on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (upgrade to 3-4 star hotels - supplement applies)

Meals

7 breakfasts - continental style with bread, croissant, cheese, spreads, tea, coffee and juice

Others

Hybrid rental bike supplied with panniers, repair kit, helmet, bike computer and lock, (e-bike, gravel or road bikes available - supplement applies)Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excessInformation pack including route notes, maps and tourist information per roomNavigational app and log in details providedEmergency hotline

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