La Vélodyssée - Family trip from Arcachon to Biarritz
Cross by bike the unavoidable resorts on the Landes coast and the traditional lively villages.
© Aurélie Stapf - La Vélodyssée
© Aurélie Stapf - La Vélodyssée
© Brina Blum
© Aurélie Stapf - La Vélodyssée
© Aurélie Stapf - La Vélodyssée
© Marco Polo - CRT Nouvelle-Aquitaine
© Guillaume Carta
© Aurélie Stapf - La Vélodyssée
© Aurélie Stapf - La Vélodyssée
© Aurélie Stapf - La Vélodyssée
Highlights
A secure and signposted route
The Dune du Pilat , an exceptional natural monument
The Great Lakes, amazing landscapes, exceptional diversity
Mimizan-Plage, the Pearl of the Silver Coast
The coastline of the Basque Country
The Atlantic Coast by La Vélodyssée
Gather the family and embark on an amazing adventure!
From the magnificent Bassin d’Arcachon to the Basque Country, take an easy bike route. With your family, on the famous bike paths of the Landes, you take part on your own Vélodyssée!
Smoothly, you ride along the ocean and its sunny beaches stretching over 230 kilometers. The Dune of Pilat offers you a rather unique panorama on your route. A few gourmet breaks allow you to refuel. The locals offer you many opportunities to discover their local products.
On La Vélodyssée you weave between lakes and forests, and cross must-see seaside resorts. Enjoy a swim and an ice cream, this is what the holidays are for! Some villages and traditional bustling ports are also the occasion of more authentic encounters.
La Vélodyssée
La Velodysseé is a cycle route that crosses Brittany and runs along the Atlantic to the Basque Coast on a stimulant and wild course.
Find some pictures of this route in video:
Warning
The stage between Arcachon and Biscarosse is closed since the fires of summer 2022. The partial reopening is planned for the summer of 2023 subject to validation by the Vélodyssée following the progress of the renovation work.
For this section, we propose an alternative: a shuttle with your bikes for an additional fee (from 30 euros per person) is proposed from your accommodation in Arcachon to the one in Biscarrosse. Please contact us for a commercial proposal.
Easy From ARCACHON to BISCARROSSE-PLAGE 34km 203m 
From Arcachon, you reach the Ocean. After a few kilometers, an excursion to the top of the Dune du Pilat is a must! A unique site, of great enchantment, which offers a beautiful panorama. You go back by bike to begin the beautiful and great crossing of the Landes forest. A gap in the forest announces the arrival to Biscarrosse-Plage.
From BISCARROSSE-PLAGE to PARENTIS EN BORN 25km 154m
Today you leave the ocean to visit the Great Lakes territory, a promise of tranquility that will delight nature lovers. A passage through the Biscarrosse Aquapark will also delight children before reaching Biscarrosse, capital of the hydroplanes, then the small town of Parentis en Born.
From PARENTIS EN BORN to MIMIZAN-PLAGE 33km 164m
Your route continues through the forest of Sainte-Eulalie before embracing the ocean again. The latter will reveal its most beautiful side upon your arrival on the family resort of Mimizan-Plage, also called the Pearl of the Silver Coast.
From MIMIZAN-PLAGE to LINXE 47km 177m
After the warm atmosphere of Mimizan Plage, find the calm of the forest, its quietness and its scents. You will be conquered by the feeling of being the master of these serene spaces. As soon as you arrive in Contis, the only lighthouse in the moors will reveal itself to you, streaked with black and white. After a few kilometers, a stop at the beach of Cap de l’Homy is needed, to enjoy a breathtaking view of the ocean and also appreciate the wild beauty of the Landes coast.
From LINXE to HOSSEGOR 40km 123m
The Vélodyssée is now surfing on the emblematic seaside resorts of the coastal route. You can distinguish: Seignosse the wild, Hossegor the bourgeoisie or even Capbreton (with some extra kilometers), the family friendly and lively city where you will also have the opportunity to discover the unique fishing port of the Landes.
From HOSSEGOR to BIARRITZ 40km 97m
You gradually enter the Basque Country and discover Bayonne, City of Art and History, which invites you to discover its unique heritage. You then follow the river Adour, the Basque mountains in the background, to reach through the forest of Chiberta the beaches of Anglet. Your arrival in Biarritz opens the horizon on the golf of Cantabria and signals the end of your stay.
BIARRITZ
End of stay after your breakfast.
Comfort range in a familial room
The price is based on one family room for 4 people, 2 adults and 2 kids., please contact us if you need another type of rooms. Free for young children (0-2 years) with a baby bed in the room.
Starting from 1112€/adult in Self Guided option | See detailed prices
Essential Range
You want to enjoy your itinerary without anything fancy. Our ”essential” range offers a simple accommodation for a good night’s rest in a simple hotel, guesthouse, rest house or hostel.
Quote on request | Contact us
Privilege Range
Opt for total comfort in charming 3 and 4 star hotels which offer all the services you need and a special welcome for you and your bikes.
Quote on request | Contact us
Price includes
- Accommodation: 7 nights in a Family 4 participants room
- 7 breakfasts
- Luggage transfer
- Phone assistance 24/7
- Access to our exclusive travel application to follow your route, inform you about places of interest, restaurants, facilitate your assistance in case of emergency, find all your travel documents and our practical advice.
- Application fee
- Taxes
- The itinerary trackable on the following supports:
- Loan of a Bicycle GPS uploaded with full itinerary of the trip
- Topo maps
- Cycling practical guide including restaurant recommendations for lunch & dinner
- Day 1 : Welcome briefing by telephone with our team on the day of your arrival.
Price does not include
- bike rental (see option)
- Breakfast on day 1
- Lunches
- Dinners not included in "Price includes"
- Drinks, visits & other personal expenses
Close assistance
- One of our guides greets you by phone on your first day. He present you all the needed documents for the trip (hotel vouchers, maps of the area,GPS, practical guide)
- Phone assistance, you can reach the Abicyclette team 7 days a week
- A Luggage transfer service from 09:00 and with a delivery before 18:00 (one luggage and one bagback per person maximum)
Follow your itinerary anyway you like – modern, practical, traditional
- We loan you a GPS so that you can easily follow your itinerary without having to look for your way around (bike support included)
- A practical cycling guide with all the useful information (addresses, highlights for the day, topo maps, and touristic information)
You can also
- Rent a high end quality bike for real comfort, cycling pleasure and reliability a long trip requires.
- Suscribe to a Cancelation or Multi Risk insurance policy which cover you in case something unexpected comes up.
On our guided tours (for groups on demand), we accompany you every step of the way
- One of our state qualified instructor and professional cycling guide accompanies you every step of the way
- Full board (all meals covered unless asked otherwise)
- A picnic buffet set up for lunch with a wide choice of fresh and local produce
We offer a high-end bike rental service. Our bikes are suited for road and gravel road long-distance cycling. Fully equipped and highly reliable, they are faithful travel companions.
Our rentals include a "breakage and theft guarantee" for peace of mind when travelling. Information and details from your advisor.
Touring Bike (man)ARCADE ESCAPE 28″ wheels The lightweight, practical and comfortable travel bike. Supplied equipment per bike
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Touring Bike (woman)ARCADE ESCAPE 28″ wheels The lightweight, practical and comfortable travel bike. Supplied equipment per bike
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EbikeSeveral models of ebikes available with : 28″ wheels A great alternative to travel more kilometers a day and support your efforts. Supplied equipment per bike
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Children Bike6 gears Recommended for children from 6-7 years old for a maximum height of 145 cm.
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Children trailerTwo places
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Getting here
Departure city : ARCACHON
Coming by car
- at 6h from PARIS
- at 1h from BORDEAUX
- at 5h from LYON
Parking*
- Parking Indigo Centre-Ville Gare – ARCACHON
Coming by train
- Arcachon train station - 3h from Paris
- Bordeaux train station - 2h30 from Paris
Coming by plane
- Bordeaux airport
Arrival city : BIARRITZ
Coming by car
- at 7h from PARIS
- at 2h15 from BORDEAUX
- at 7h from LYON
Coming by train
- Biarritz train station - 4h from Paris
Coming by plane
- Biarritz airport
*Parking: Since many of our clients travel by train or plane, we do not include parking in our packages. In addition, many accommodations don’t have the capacity to park a vehicle for the duration of your cycling vacation. So if you’re planning to arrive by car, we suggest you check parking options when you make your reservation. If you reserve a parking space at the first or last accommodation of your stay, you must pay the accommodation provider on site.
* Abicyclette Voyages accompanies you on demand, including transportation solutions.
How to get back to the starting point
- By train from Biarritz to Arcachon in 2H30
- Return by car in 2h00 to your starting point
- Private shuttle: see detailed fares or contact us
Recommended equipment
Bike
- Hybrid Bike or Touring Bike or Gravel Bike
- 18 to 30-speed transmission
- 26- to 29-inch wheels
- Tires: 35 to 42 section, reinforced against punctures
- Disc brakes recommended
- 2 bottle cages
- Bell
- Front and rear lighting
Clothing and equipment
- Helmet (supplied with bike rental unless otherwise specified locally)
- 1 bike mount for smartphone to use the mobile route planner application
- Suitable cycling clothing:
- bib, shorts or tights: elastic and breathable, to facilitate movement and wick away perspiration
- Breathable T-shirts, synthetic or merino wool
- Breathable windbreaker
- Thermal or fleece jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 pair of cycling shoes
- 1 backpack or 1 or 2 carrier bags
- 1 or 2 water bottles (supplied with bike rental in France)
- 1 lock (supplied with bike rental)
- Technical details, recommended by the team for optimum comfort:
- 1 pair of gloves or mittens, depending on season and destination
- Padded bib (chamois)
- High-visibility vest or fluorescent belt
- Neck warmer and cap
Bike maintenance
- Emergency repair kit: 2 or 3 inner tubes, patches, pump, tire levers, multi-tools
- Maintenance kit: rag, oil, brake pads
Other
- A suitcase for your belongings carried in the vehicle (limited to one per person)
- Street clothes
- 1 pair of evening shoes
- Fleece jacket for the evening
- Toiletry bag
- Telephone and charger
Terms of payment and cancellation
The full terms and conditions of sale are available here: https://www.abicyclette-voyages.com/conditions-generales-de-vente/
Booking and payment
- Departure more than 30 days before your booking: payment of a deposit of 30%, excluding insurance, at the time of booking. If you have taken out travel insurance, it must be paid in full at the time of booking to guarantee its validity.
- Departure within 30 days of your booking: payment of the total cost of your stay. Or payment of the balance of the holiday if you have already paid a deposit.
Cancellation of the Contract
You may cancel the Contract at any time before the start of the Tour, subject to payment of a cancellation fee. Any total or partial cancellation will incur the following costs per participant:
| Cancellation period | Fees |
| From the date of Booking to 60 days or more before departure or the 1st day of the programme | 5% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 100 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Between 59 and 30 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 10% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 120 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer
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| Between 29 and 10 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 30% of the total amount of the Tour (including options) a minimum of 150 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Entre 9 à 7 jours avant le départ ou le 1er jour du programme | 45% du montant total du Voyage (options incluses) |
| Between 9 and 7 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 75% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| Less than 3 days to the day of departure or the 1st day of the programme | 100% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| No show on day of departure or 1st day of programme |
Duration 8 days and 7 nights
Level Easy
Departure date From April 1st to September 30th
Destination Bordeaux
Atlantic Coast
EuroVelo 1
La Vélodyssée I EV1
Themes Greenways & Canals
Family trips
Sea & Ocean
Electric bike trips
2 adults and 2 children in a family room.
Free for children from 0 to 2 years old (baby bed added in room)
Personalized service 
Fit
Expert , 
Aventure
ARCACHON
Check-in at your hotel in the afternoon. Enjoy the end of the day for a walk in Arcachon.
Orientation by phone with us
On receipt of your travel documents (and bikes if you have opted for rental), we take the time to talk to you over the phone to explain all the important points and answer any questions you may have.