906 France Randonnees A Velo

This essential guide steers you along France’s best cycling routes, to the best patisseries, the friendliest places to stay and the most breathtaking scenery. Find a tour to suit you - a leisurely day trip, a week-long food and wine tour or an epic mountain climb. Including - 135 days of France’s best cycling - including Corsica; - on-the-road maintenance tips and a guide to French cycle-speak; - where to eat - from markets to cafes and restaurants; - where to stay - from camping to B&Bs and chateaux; - what to see and do, in and out of the saddle; - how to pack and transport your bike; - the Tour de France explained.

The definitive guide to one of France''s most varied and exciting regions. The Rough Guide to Languedoc and Roussillon combines rich cultural and historical information and lively coverage of all the sights with detailed practical information - for all budgets. Special attention is given to outdoor activities, including cycling and hiking as well as boating the region''s famous inland waterways. Expert advice is given on making the most of the region''s gastronomic specialities and vineyards. Coverage is close up and critical - the guide tells you what to see, what to pass up and gives you all the inside information to make your travels in the region rich and rewarding.

This newly revised edition has it all: full-colour maps of Paris, an easy-to-follow language section, a regional food glossary, advice on where to eat and stay for a range of budgets, and essential information on France's history, politics, and culture. Details on activities such as skiing,cycling, and wine tasting are listed along with extensive coverage of museums and cathedrals.

The Camargue village of Les Saintes Maries de la Mer hosts a three-day annual pilgrimage by gypsies, who honour their patron saint, Sarah. This guide to France has a special section on food and wine, covers outdoor activities in the Alps and the Pyrenees, and includes a detailed language guide.

Including Mont St-Michel (even though it's in Normandy), this guide gives you the lowdown on local cuisine - from crepes bretonne to homard a l'amoricaine - shopping, the art and architecture of local churches and outdoor activities from sea-water spas to kayaking.

France's Loire Valley is arguably one of the most romantic places on Earth. Where else can travellers hike a countryside of castles, bicycle to a winery, dine on fine cuisine in a chateau, and camp under the stars? All practical details are covered in this helpful guide. Detailed maps suggest imaginative outings. A special section provides advice on local cuisine and selecting the best of the area's wines. A helpful French language chapter is included.

From lofty cliffs and glamorous beach resorts to sleepy villages on the Seine Normandy is a sensory delight. This detailed guide will help you explore the region's fascinating heritage and the landscape that inspired the Impressionist movement. * 25 detailed maps, including a plan of Rouen's stunning cathedral * in-depth special section on the D-Day landings * accommodation options ranging from cliffside camp sites to sumptuous mansions * the cream of Normandy's famously rich cuisine * includes essential French language chapter