In summary
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Sports
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Duration3 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationOccitanie / Canal du Midi
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AgeFrom 2 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions27.22 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
In a few words
Start your journey from Montpellier to Béziers, following the cycle paths along the shores of the Étang de Thau and the banks of the Canal du Midi. You'll discover the charming towns of Sète and Cap d'Agde. Sète is a town bisected by a canal between the lagoons and overlooked by Mont Saint Clair, offering splendid views. This typical Mediterranean port has a very friendly fishing village atmosphere. Cap d'Agde is a well-known seaside resort on the Mediterranean coast; you can stroll along its beautiful beaches or enjoy its many shops and restaurants. This trip is ideal for families as it follows safe cycle paths.
The highlights
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A route along the water: between the Canal and the Mediterranean Sea
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The sunniest region of France
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The discovery of Agde and Sète
Photos
Sport
Level
Leisure Cycling
For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.
In figures
PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Average duration/day: 3h
- Average distance/day: 36 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 82 m
- Predominant type of terrain : Road
Management
Program
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From Montpellier to Sète
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 48 km
- Positive elevation gain 90 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Departing from Montpellier, follow the banks of the Lez River via Lattes and the edge of the lagoons. You'll be able to admire the famous pink flamingos. You'll pass through villages such as Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone, Vic-la-Gardiole, and Frontignan before reaching Sète and its Mont Saint-Clair. Once in Sète, you'll find a charming and unique peninsula crisscrossed by canals, where colorful houses are reflected in the water. Sète is the hometown of Georges Brassens, the popular French singer of the 1960s. Immerse yourself in its culture and gastronomy, tasting the local Tielle (a savory pie) and oysters from the Thau Lagoon, as well as its traditions and spectacular jousting tournaments.
Day 1 -
From Sète to Cap d'Agde
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Distance 27 km
- Positive elevation gain 90 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A short route awaits you today, along the coast between the Thau Lagoon and the sea. Before reaching Cap d'Agde, you'll find miles of white sandy beaches just waiting to be explored. Take advantage of this day to relax on the beach, admire the Mediterranean Sea, and finally discover the seaside resort of Cap d'Agde.
Day 2 -
From Cap d'Agde to Béziers
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 31 km
- Positive elevation gain 65 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Leave Cap d'Agde behind and head towards Béziers, a charming town. You'll first pass through Agde: its port played a fundamental role in the town's history, closely linked to maritime trade. Called Bonne Fortune in Greek (Agathe Tyche), the town became a key trading hub between Marseille and Spain in the 3rd century. Continue along the Canal du Midi to Béziers. Note: Some sections of the Canal du Midi are on a dirt track with a few technical sections.
Day 3
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- Nights in a 2 or 3* hotel
- Breakfasts
- Luggage transfer
- Telephone reception on the first day by one of our guides
- Cycling routes selected and tested by our team
- Mobile app to guide you
- Travel diary: detailed itinerary and practical information
- Travel diary: detailed maps
- Technical and logistical telephone support 7 days a week from our team
- Advice and assistance from our team before and during your stay
The price does not include
- The “solo supplement” if you are travelling alone
- Bike rental
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Accommodation before and after the stay
- Transportation before and after your stay
- Personal expenses during the stay
Options
- Hybrid Bike (VTC) - Adult Hybrid Bike : CHF141.79 / unit
- Hybrid Bike (VTC) - Children's Bike : CHF68.61 / unit
- Hybrid Bike (VTC) - Baby Seat : CHF18.30 / unit
- Hybrid Bike (VTC) - Child Trailer : CHF36.59 / unit
- Electric Bike (e-bike) - Adult e-bike : CHF187.53 / unit
- Electric Bike (e-bike) - Baby seat : CHF18.30 / unit
- Electric Bike (e-bike) - Child Trailer : CHF36.59 / unit
- Extra night before stay - Single room : CHF164.66 / unit
- Extra night before stay - Double room : CHF182.96 / unit
- Extra night before stay - Twin room : CHF182.96 / unit
- Extra night before stay - Triple room : CHF228.70 / unit
- Extra night before stay - Quadruple room : CHF274.44 / unit
- Additional night after stay - Single room : CHF118.92 / unit
- Additional night after stay - Double room : CHF146.37 / unit
- Extra night after stay - Twin room : CHF146.37 / unit
- Extra night after stay - Triple room : CHF182.96 / unit
- Additional night after stay - Quadruple room : CHF219.55 / unit
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Mobile app for guidance
- Travel documents
- If renting a bike: bike and helmet
Equipment to bring
- Bicycle helmet (mandatory for children under 12)
- Sunglasses
- Saddle and pedals: you can bring your own if you wish (bring tools).
- Bandana
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm,
- Cap/hat
- Camera
- Backpack
- Small flashlight
Clothing to bring
- Versatile sportswear
- Sports shorts
- Thick/rigid sole sneakers and absorbent socks.
- Sports pants or long tights
- Brightly coloured breathable sports T-shirt
- Waterproof and/or lightweight breathable jacket/windproof jacket
- Rain gear: rain jacket and rain pants if you have them
- Cycling gloves if you have them
- Cycling shorts with chamois pad if you have
- Light and casual clothing for restaurants and walks
- Sports jacket
- Fleece jacket/warm sweater
- Comfortable/casual shoes
- Shorts and trousers
- Socks, underwear
- Swimsuit (in summer only)
- T-shirts and long-sleeved T-shirts
