Tag: bikepacking

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

Three Weeks Today: Planning the Route from Devon to Provence, by Bike

August 1, 2026

Three weeks today we’ll be setting off from Devon on a cycle ride home to Provence. In this post I share how we’re planning the route, and the decisions behind choosing quiet roads, and the best places to stop along the way. Whether you’re planning your own long-distance cycling adventure or just following the journey, this is where the ride begins. … More Three Weeks Today: Planning the Route from Devon to Provence, by Bike

Time to plan the cycle ride home (Rugby included!)

July 9, 2026

Not even 2 weeks have passed since we landed in Plymouth, after cycling back from Provence. And today, we’ve started getting excited about our return trip. Last year, our cycle back from the UK was planned around the Provence Rugby fixtures, at the start of the new season. We spent weeks waiting to plan the … More Time to plan the cycle ride home (Rugby included!)

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 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