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Exploring the Grand Chalon by bike: between the Saône and the Côte Chalonnaise

The Grand Chalon area is an ideal destination for exploring southern Burgundy by bike. From Chalon-sur-Saône, greenways and cycle routes take you along the Saône, through the vineyards of the Côte Chalonnaise or towards the landscapes of southern Burgundy. The area is home to France’s first greenway, created in 1997 between Givry and Cluny. Today, Saône-et-Loire boasts over 220 km of greenways and numerous cycle routes, allowing you to plan everything from a short ride lasting a few hours to a proper cycling tour.

Cycling in figures

221 kmgreenways in Saône-et-Loire

6,600 kmcycle routes

1997creation of France’s first greenway between Givry and Cluny

Discover the Grand Chalon cycle network

Greenways, cycle routes and services for cyclists

Major routes

which run through the Grand Chalon

The Bressane Trail · 70 kmHedgerows · Nature · Family-friendly

From Chalon-sur-Saône to Lons-le-Saunier via Louhans, a route of nearly 70 km through the Bresse countryside, on an easy route alternating between cycle paths and a few shared-use sections.

The Blue Way · 700 kmSaône · Serenity · Wandering

From Luxembourg to Lyon, a 700 km journey along the Moselle, the Canal des Vosges and the Saône, on a route with minimal elevation gain, around 80 per cent of which is on greenways or cycle paths.

EuroVelo 6 · 4,700 kmEurope · Rivers · Adventure

Stretching from the Atlantic to the Black Sea, EuroVelo 6 covers approximately 4,700 km across 10 countries, following the Loire, the Rhine and the Danube, amongst others, and passing through Burgundy and the Grand Chalon region.

Grand Tour of Southern Burgundy · 145 kmVineyards · Saône · Discovery

Starting from Chalon-sur-Saône, a 145-km loop to be completed in 3 to 4 days, taking in the Côte Chalonnaise, Cluny, Mâcon, Tournus and the banks of the Saône, mainly along designated cycle routes.

Tour de Bourgogne by bike · 700 kmCanals · Vineyards · Travel

A circular route of nearly 700 km through Burgundy, following the canals and vineyards, on an easy route with little elevation gain that crosses all four Burgundian departments and passes through Chalon-sur-Saône.

The Grand Tour of the Chalonnais by bike · 206 kmVillages · Heritage · Hillsides

Starting from Chalon-sur-Saône, a 206-kilometre loop to be completed in 4 days, offering a taste of the region: the Saône Valley, Beaune, the Côte Chalonnaise and the Burgundian countryside, all along greenways, country lanes and wine trails.

Explore the Grand Chalon area on our cycle routes

An itinerary to suit every taste!

Fancy getting off the beaten track to explore the area at your own pace? Discover our selection of circular cycle routes through the Grand Chalon region, which will take you past the vineyards of the Côte Chalonnaise, its picturesque villages and the tranquil banks of the Saône. A collection set to grow as we continue our explorations.

Our cycle routes

Everything you need to enjoy the Grand Chalon by bike

Routes to take away, top tips and dedicated services: find all the useful tools and information you need to plan your cycle ride or cycling holiday in the Grand Chalon area.

Take your routes with you with Komoot

Find the routes selected by the Tourist Office on Komoot and let the app guide you throughout your walk. GPS tracks, audio guidance, offline maps and practical information are all there to help you explore the Grand Chalon area at your own pace. New routes are added to our collection regularly.

Travel with peace of mind with Accueil Vélo

Easily find establishments with the ‘Accueil Vélo’ label in the Grand Chalon area. Accommodation providers, tourist attractions, restaurants and other businesses are committed to offering a warm welcome and services tailored to cyclists, located close to cycle routes, to make every stage of your stay easier.

Hire or repair your bike

Need a bike to explore the area, or do you need a repair whilst out and about? Find bike hire companies, repair shops and other cycling services in the Grand Chalon area to help you plan your trip, get kitted out and enjoy your ride or cycling holiday with complete peace of mind.

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