Cycling Route Overview
Seine Cycle Path
392 km cycling route· ideally split into 12 stages
Distance392 km
Ascent530 m
Descent570 m
Stages12
The easiest way to get started
- Start with the map and check bike-friendly accommodations along the cycling route.
- Use the stages below to divide the cycling route into manageable sections.
- To plan your trip individually, use the app on the right or optionally download the GPX file.
The Seine Cycle Path offers you a fascinating journey along one of the most famous rivers in France, the Seine. This route takes you from the bustling metropolis of Paris to the picturesque coast of Normandy, where the river flows into the English Channel. On this approximately 420-kilometer stretch, you will experience the unparalleled combination of urban elegance, rural idyll, and historical significance.
Your tour begins in the heart of Paris, where you have the opportunity to explore some of the world's most famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Notre Dame. The path leads you along the tranquil riverbanks of the Seine, past floating restaurants and under historic bridges, providing a unique urban cycling experience.
After leaving the city limits, you dive into the quieter landscape of the French region Île-de-France. Here, you cycle through green meadows, past charming small villages and historic castles that reflect the rich history of this area. A highlight on this route is certainly the Forest of Fontainebleau, a former royal hunting ground with breathtaking natural beauty.
Further downstream, the cycle path approaches Normandy, a region known for its cider production, cheese specialties, and Impressionist art history. You traverse the picturesque towns of Rouen and Honfleur before finally reaching the port city of Le Havre, where the Seine meets the sea.
The Seine Cycle Path is ideal for you if you are looking for a varied route that combines cultural discoveries with natural beauty. It is a perfect way to experience France's scenic diversity and cultural heritage up close while cycling along the historic path of one of Europe's most significant rivers.
Your tour begins in the heart of Paris, where you have the opportunity to explore some of the world's most famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Notre Dame. The path leads you along the tranquil riverbanks of the Seine, past floating restaurants and under historic bridges, providing a unique urban cycling experience.
After leaving the city limits, you dive into the quieter landscape of the French region Île-de-France. Here, you cycle through green meadows, past charming small villages and historic castles that reflect the rich history of this area. A highlight on this route is certainly the Forest of Fontainebleau, a former royal hunting ground with breathtaking natural beauty.
Further downstream, the cycle path approaches Normandy, a region known for its cider production, cheese specialties, and Impressionist art history. You traverse the picturesque towns of Rouen and Honfleur before finally reaching the port city of Le Havre, where the Seine meets the sea.
The Seine Cycle Path is ideal for you if you are looking for a varied route that combines cultural discoveries with natural beauty. It is a perfect way to experience France's scenic diversity and cultural heritage up close while cycling along the historic path of one of Europe's most significant rivers.
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Seine Cycle Path Map
Start with the map to see the cycling route, stage progression and bike-friendly accommodations in context.
Seine Cycle Path Stages
12 pre-planned stages help you divide the cycling route into manageable sections more quickly.