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Choosing a Region

14-06-2024

A Cycling Trip To Portugal: Choosing The Perfect Region

Ready to start your journey on a bike with Cyclomundo and explore Portugal’s enchanting landscapes and rich cultural heritage on a bike? In this article, we help you break down the three main [...]

Portugal

12-06-2024

Portugal Regional Information

In this article, we cover the “basics” you need to know before traveling/cycling to Portugal. Among other topics, you’ll learn about the various ways to travel to Portugal, things to see and [...]

Spain

07-06-2024

Travel tips for the Basque Country

In this article, we cover the “basics” you need to know before traveling/cycling to the Basque Country. Among other topics, you'll learn about the various ways to get there, things to see and do, [...]

Getting there

14-10-2022

Getting to Reims in Champagne

  Located in northeastern France, Reims is the capital of the Champagne-Ardenne region, and the starting point for our Essential Champagne tour. In this article, we will describe the different [...]

Travel tips

14-10-2022

Getting to Mont-Saint-Michel

No trip to Normandy is complete without a visit to the historic island abbey of Mont Saint-Michel! One of the greatest architectural achievements in all of Europe, the ancient structure is a UNESCO [...]

Our Bikes

15-12-2020

Gravel Bikes

A gravel bike is somewhere between a mountain bike and a road bike. It is great for riding on unpaved tracks and paths, but also performs well on the road, making it the perfect choice to cover [...]

Travel tips

10-03-2020

Latest Coronavirus Advice

  To the Cyclomundo community,    Thank you for the many kind messages we've received over the last few weeks. Your support and solidarity have deeply touched us, and we couldn’t be more [...]

Getting there

19-02-2020

Getting to Portugal: Lisbon and Porto

Portugal is a rapidly-growing hot spot for cycling trips. With its pleasant subtropical climate, rich and diverse culture, bustling cities, and breathtaking natural scenery both inland and coastal, [...]

Events

01-07-2019

Things to do in Granada

Granada is a city in the foothills of Spain’s Sierra Nevada mountain range. Known for its grand examples of medieval architecture, serene patios, reflecting pools, and orchards, this city has it [...]

Events

01-07-2019

Things to do in Seville

The striking color of painted tiles, the smell of fresh food from the vibrant street markets, the feeling of strolling around a historical city with architectural feats all around you... Seville is a [...]

Sicily

07-05-2019

Sicily Regional Information

In this article, we cover the basics you need to know before traveling/cycling to Sicily. Among other topics, you’ll learn about the various ways to travel to Sicily, things to see and do, and [...]

Travel tips

02-05-2019

Winter Bicycling Destinations

For many, winter can bring on a case of the blues. Not only do we have to contend with colder temperatures and rain or snow (or both!), but we must also find new ways to maintain an active lifestyle. [...]

Travel tips

20-03-2019

Traveling with a bike on trains in France

  First of all, you should ask yourself if you should rent or bring your own bike.   If you plan to do some riding in one small area for a couple of days, chances are that you’ll be better [...]

Italy

15-03-2019

A Cycling Trip To Italy: Choosing The Perfect Region

When you think of Italy, food probably comes to mind first. Pizza, pasta, truffles, wine…it’s hard not to feel hungry! But we can assure you that Italy has even more to offer than gastronomic [...]

Italy

13-03-2019

Getting to Northeastern Italy: the Dolomites and Veneto

Northeastern Italy is a wonderland of show-stopping architecture and diverse landscapes. The lowlands of the Veneto offer a stark contrast to the peaks of the Dolomites, and yet, these features are [...]

Spain

28-02-2019

Lo Mejor of Spain: Picking the Perfect Region

If sun, sand, surrealism, and serrano ham are among the associations you have with Spain, you’re off to a good start. This Mediterranean country has much to brag about: a fantastic climate, [...]

Events

27-02-2019

Things to do in Annecy

The striking color of the lake, the smell of fresh food from the vibrant street markets, the feeling of strolling around a historical castle with the mountains all around you, Annecy is a town that [...]

Events

27-02-2019

Things To Do In Geneva

Geneva is very close to home for us at Cyclomundo (literally). Our office is located in Gaillard, France, so we are just across the Swiss-French border. Needless to say, we love the city. Walk down [...]

Travel tips

26-02-2019

Four Ways You Can Save Money On Cycling Tours

Cycling tours are, to begin with, an affordable way to travel around the globe. But as every smart traveler knows, one can always take a few more chunks off the cost, while still enjoying the best [...]

Events

19-02-2019

Things to do in Aix-Les-Bains

A breathtaking part of our Three Lake Tour, Aix-les-Bains is a town nestled on France’s largest natural lake. Well known for its spa treatments, beautiful Lake Bourget views, and adventurous [...]

Travel tips

19-02-2019

Organize A Trip To Alpe D’Huez

Based in the French Alps ourselves, we at Cyclomundo are the experts on cycling in the French Alps, and we of course encourage you to consider using one of our tours, like Geneva to Alpe d’Huez, [...]

Events

19-02-2019

A Great French Tradition: The “Galette Des Rois” Explained

For most of us, after New Year’s Eve it’s back to business as usual. We start following through on our resolutions, avoid opening our credit card bills after the holiday season’s excesses, and [...]

Travel tips

19-02-2019

Taking European Wine Home

You do not have to be a wine connoisseur to appreciate European wine. Whether you are visiting wine estates on your trip or not, we highly recommend you make the most of your opportunity to taste [...]

Cycling tips

19-02-2019

Is A Self-Guided Cycling Tour Right For You?

  Take our quiz to help you judge if a self-guided cycling tour is right for you. It covers possible situations and characteristics that you may encounter on a self-guided cycling tour, and can [...]

La Rioja

15-02-2019

La Rioja Regional Information

In this article, we cover the “basics” you need to know before traveling/cycling to La Rioja. Among other topics, you’ll learn about the various ways to travel to La Rioja, things to see and [...]

Emilia-Romagna

15-02-2019

Emilia-Romagna Regional Information

In this article, we cover the “basics” you need to know before traveling/cycling to Emilia-Romagna. Among other topics, you’ll learn about the various ways to travel to Emilia-Romagna, things [...]

Travel tips

15-02-2019

Cyclomundo's Comprehensive Travel Tips

At Cyclomundo, we have put together a basic document of general travel tips for anyone who plans on traveling abroad. For first time international travelers, these tips can help you make sure you [...]

Lake Geneva Region

14-02-2019

Geneva Regional Information

In this article, we cover the "basics" you need to know before cycling Geneva. Among other topics, you'll learn about the various ways to travel to Geneva, things to see and do, and more... For [...]

Corsica

14-02-2019

Corsica Regional Information

In this article, we cover the “basics” you need to know before traveling/cycling to the island of Corsica. Among other topics, you’ll learn about the various ways to travel to Corsica, things [...]

Apulia

12-02-2019

Getting to Apulia

Located in southern Italy (also known as the heel of the boot), Apulia (Puglia in Italian) is a great destination for cyclists. Cycling in Apulia offers virtually traffic-free country roads over [...]