Nantes

With its well-developed cycle paths, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, the dynamic city of Nantes promises a memorable stopover on La Vélodyssée!

Nantes, a key stop on La Vélodyssée

The city of Nantes is ideally located:

• Easy access by train to join the route and return to the starting point (TGV connections from Paris, Lyon, Lille, Marseille, Strasbourg, and Montpellier, Intercités connections from Bordeaux and Lyon, TER connections from Rennes, Redon, Les Sables-d'Olonne, La Rochelle, Pornic, Le Croisic, and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie).
   
• Crossroads of several cycle routes: Nantes is an important junction for other cycle routes in France.
   
• Proximity to the Atlantic Coast: quick access to the coast to enjoy the beaches and seascapes.

💡 Route ideas on La Vélodyssée around Nantes

• 4-day artistic tour along the Loire from Nantes to Pornic: see the route
• Zen getaway along the Nantes-Brest Canal between Nantes and Redon: see the route

Looking for a turnkey stay (accommodation booking + luggage transfers + bike rental + assistance)? Several travel agencies specializing in cycling tours offer trips departing from, arriving in, or passing through Nantes.

Discover all-inclusive cycling trips that pass through Nantes.