Tour Code SO8C HIGHLIGHTS Along the River Somme 2021 UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bay of the Somme & Seals, Chateau de Long

Relaxed Cycling in the North of France– Along the Somme River and its Bay 8 D/7 N On this bike tour, relaxed cycling is guaranteed. On well-constructed cycling paths, you cycle along the Somme River in the north of France. Spectacular nature is welcoming you on your arrival at the Bay of the Somme. It is among the world’s most beautiful bays and home to many seals. Large beaches and dunes, the sea air as well as the calm river give you an immediate feeling of being on holidays. Let Saint Quentin, Amiens and the Bay of the Somme charm you and discover untouched nature and French way of life.

Day 1 Day 5 Abbeville – Le Crotoy 70 km Self – Guided Cycling Trip

Arrival in Saint Quentin. After check-in you You leave Abbeville on the towpath and cycle 8 days / 7 nights have time to visit the historical city centre. along the canal till you reach the famous Bay of the Somme. The air starts to smell salty and Grades: Day 2 St Quentin – Péronne 59 km announces your approach to the seaside with Easy and relaxed cycling along the canal its wide beaches and dunes. The Bay of the and the coast, mainly on cycling paths. You are cycling on a bicycle lane along the Somme is considered as one of the most Flat terrain inland, on small roads and on Somme river and its canal. You can make a beautiful bays worldwide. With a bit of luck, cycling paths. short stop in Ham before continuing to you see seals hanging out on the sand banks Péronne. There you have the possibility to and enjoying the sun. Afterwards you leave the Arrival: Sat, Sun 01.04. – 31.10.2021 visit the castle and its museum where you seaside and cycle into the interior through learn about the First World War. Typical red- beautiful fields and green woods till you reach brick buildings are shaping the townscape. the coastal town of Le Crotoy.

Price per Person Euro Day 3 Péronne – Amiens 63 km

You leave Péronne towards Amiens by bike. The first few kilometres you are cycling on Double Room B&B 1010,00 calm roads. At the water gate in Froissy you Double Room HB 1345,00 can make a stop to enjoy a coffee. In Amiens you should definitely visit the marvellous cathedral which is also part of the UNESCO Single Room B&B 1385,00 world heritage. Enjoy your stroll through this Single Room HB 1720,00 charming and animated city. Extra Coast Solo-Traveller 335,00

Bike Rental 21-Gear-Tourbike 100,00 Day 6 Le Crotoy – Le Crotoy 55 km E-Bike (250 € Deposit) 200,00

Today’s tour is leading you again into the interior, passing the forest of Crécy. Through Services included: broad fields you are returning to Le Crotoy. On a beach stroll you can enjoy the marvellous ✓ 7 nights in 3* Hotels/Chambre view on the sea and observe the famous Salt d’Hôtes in room with private meadow lamb while they enjoy grazing. facilities ✓ Daily Breakfast Day 7 Le Crotoy – Abbeville 61 km Day 4 Amiens – Abbeville 48 km ✓ 4-course dinner (Option) You leave Le Crotoy and cycle to Valery-sur- You leave Amiens and cycle along the canal. Somme. There you can enjoy a coffee with a ✓ Personal welcome meeting In the marshland Marais des Cavins, you can magnificent view on the bay. You cycle till Le ✓ Luggage transfer from hotel to take a break and enjoy the fantastic nature. Hourdel and then further on the coast of the hotel In Long, stop and visit the castle and its Channel. Through the inland you reach the ✓ Roadbook, maps and information impressive gardens. Wonderful riverscale canal of the Somme. Appreciate the last material and diverse nature are dominating the last moments at this spectacular bay and continue ✓ 24 h Service Hotline kilometres before your arrival in Abbeville. your tour on the towpath till you reach ✓ GPS-Tracks on demand Abbeville.

Day 8 Departure Unfortunately your cycling tour is over. Don’t hesitate to contact us, if you would like to extend your trip and have a sportier day up to the beautiful cliffs of Tréport.

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