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Devon to Provence by Bike Day 18: Cycling the Camargue and Flamingo Spotting

September 8, 2026

It’s really strange to think that tomorrow, we’ll be pedalling along the Veloroute du Calavon, through The Luberon, arriving home after riding over 1200km, since leaving East Budleigh, just two and a half weeks ago. Today was always going to be a strange day, as we would be riding through a place we really dislike, … More Devon to Provence by Bike Day 18: Cycling the Camargue and Flamingo Spotting

Devon to Provence by Bike, Day 17: 1000 km Pedalled and Hello Mediterranean

September 7, 2026

Whereas yesterday left us feeling exhausted and just a bit weary, tonight we are sitting watching the boats on the Canal, at Frontignan, in a much more celebratory mood. Today has been a momentous day, on two fronts. We have now pedalled 1042km, since leaving East Devon, and have crossed France from the Coast of … More Devon to Provence by Bike, Day 17: 1000 km Pedalled and Hello Mediterranean

Devon to Provence By Bike, Day 11: Another 100km … and Onto The Canal

September 1, 2026

Yesterday was a long day on the bikes, and all we really wanted was a quiet camp-site, where we would just relax, and get a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, we didn’t have that luxury, thanks to the dogs howling in the large kennels behind the site, thumping music from a nearby van, and people shouting … More Devon to Provence By Bike, Day 11: Another 100km … and Onto The Canal

Devon to Provence by Bike: Day 2 -Never again are we taking trains!

August 24, 2026

After the last couple of trips being made far too stressful with cancelled trains and having to reorganise routes and even completely change our plans at the last minute – you’d have thought we had learned our lesson- but no! Yesterday’s trip between Exeter and Plymouth was stressful enough … but today has taken it … More Devon to Provence by Bike: Day 2 -Never again are we taking trains!

Cycling Provence to Roscoff : A journey measured in moments, not miles,

June 28, 2026

Reflections on 2 weeks of cycling, on a bicycle journey across France from Provence to Roscoff, discovering that the greatest rewards of slow travel aren’t measured in kilometres but in conversations, quiet roads, and having the time to truly notice the place that we are in … More Cycling Provence to Roscoff : A journey measured in moments, not miles,

Day 13 cycling Provence to Roscoff : The Perfect Coastal Finale… Peaceful Roads & Incredible Sea Views

June 27, 2026

Day 13 and the last full day of our cycle ride from the lavender fields of Provence to the granite coast of Brittany. It has ended with a beautiful ride along the coast, with the beach at our side and the scent of the sea, in the air. It’s been quite a trip. Now we can start planning the pedal back to Provence, in a few weeks time . We’re not ready to slow down yet. … More Day 13 cycling Provence to Roscoff : The Perfect Coastal Finale… Peaceful Roads & Incredible Sea Views

Day 11 Cycling Provence to Roscoff: The Brittany Coast, Croissants & Beach Bliss

June 25, 2026

Day 11 of our cycle ride from Prove to Roscoff and a gentle day, with a slow start, an easy and short ride, and an afternoon on a beach that looked as if it was in the Caribbean. Tired, after almost reaching the journey’s end, but time to relax and enjoy the Brittany coast … More Day 11 Cycling Provence to Roscoff: The Brittany Coast, Croissants & Beach Bliss

Day 10 Cycling Provence to Roscoff: Across Northern Brittany to Carantec: Chasing the Estuary Breeze

June 24, 2026

Day 10 of our cycle adventure that has taken us from Provence to Roscoff. Today, we pedalled across northern Brittany, seeking a sea breeze and some respite from the fierce heatwave that we have had for the last 10 days. The good news is we found it and for the first time, since leaving home, feel comfortable this evening … More Day 10 Cycling Provence to Roscoff: Across Northern Brittany to Carantec: Chasing the Estuary Breeze

Day 8: From Saumur to Angers, Cycling Through the French Heatwave

June 22, 2026

Day 8 of our cycle tour from Provence to Roscoff, in France and today the heatwave really hit. We have changed our route to stay safe in the high temperatures of the latest canicule, but today cycled from Saumur to Angers, through the beautiful villages of the Loire valley. A stunning ride, with lots of stops and shade too. But brutally hot 🥵 … More Day 8: From Saumur to Angers, Cycling Through the French Heatwave