Compare tours, stages and useful stops across the region.
Nice - Florence
Milan to Nice Cycling Route: Across the Alps to the Sea
Nice to Munich Alpine Crossing: 9-Day Road Cycling Route over Bonette, Galibier and Iseran
Belfort to Nice by Bike: An Alpine Crossing via the Jura, Galibier and Bonette to the Mediterranean
Freiburg to Nice by Bike: Alpine Crossing via Grand-Saint-Bernard and Col de la Lombarde
Nice to Venice by Bike: 13 Days Through Liguria, Tuscany and Northern Italy
Bordeaux to Nice by Bike: 11 Days Across Southern France
Provence Cycling Loop: Bikepacking from Avignon via Nice, Verdon and Valensole
Cycling from Nice to Lyon: A Bikepacking Route through the Côte d’Azur, Provence and Mont Ventoux
Bikepacking from Nice to Freiburg: 11 Days Through Provence, Switzerland, Jura & Black Forest
Ancona to Nice Cycling Route: 8-Day Bikepacking Adventure through Italy, Liguria & Southern France
Tours
11
Stages
24
Total distance
2,066 km
Total elevation gain
26,104 m
Country
France
Terrain
53% Hills, 47% Mountains
Best months
June, July, August, September
Surfaces
87% Tarmac, 13% Mostly Tarmac
Traffic
Quiet
Nice - Florence
6 days
625 km
Milan to Nice Cycling Route: Across the Alps to the Sea
8 days
890 km
Nice to Munich Alpine Crossing: 9-Day Road Cycling Route over Bonette, Galibier and Iseran
9 days
1,263 km
Belfort to Nice by Bike: An Alpine Crossing via the Jura, Galibier and Bonette to the Mediterranean
10 days
765 km
Freiburg to Nice by Bike: Alpine Crossing via Grand-Saint-Bernard and Col de la Lombarde
8 days
783 km
Nice to Venice by Bike: 13 Days Through Liguria, Tuscany and Northern Italy
13 days
999 km
Bordeaux to Nice by Bike: 11 Days Across Southern France
11 days
1,019 km
Provence Cycling Loop: Bikepacking from Avignon via Nice, Verdon and Valensole
7 days
657 km
Cycling from Nice to Lyon: A Bikepacking Route through the Côte d’Azur, Provence and Mont Ventoux
6 days
552 km
Cycling from Lyon to Barcelona: A Bikepacking Route through Southern France and Catalonia
6 days
720 km
Day 31: St. Tropez → Nice
1 day
109 km
Day 30: Toulon → St. Tropez
1 day
67 km
Day 29: Marseille → Toulon
1 day
66 km
Day 28: Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer → Marseille
1 day
105 km
Day 17: Dammarie-lès-Lys → Orléans
1 day
108 km
Day 16: Paris → Dammarie-lès-Lys
1 day
0 km
Day 2: Beaulieu-sur-Mer → Alessio
1 day
95 km
Day 1: Nice → Beaulieu-sur-Mer
1 day
18 km
Day 8: Vinadio → Nice
1 day
120 km
These routes are recommended for their scenic beauty, cultural significance, and well-maintained cycling infrastructure. Whether you're looking for challenging mountain passes or gentle valley rides, Côte d'Azur offers diverse terrain for all skill levels.
The best time for cycling in Côte d'Azur typically depends on altitude and weather patterns. Generally, late spring through early autumn (May-September) offers the most favorable conditions for multi-day bike tours. Check individual route details for optimal timing.
Yes! Côte d'Azur offers cycling routes for all experience levels. Look for tours with lower daily distances (under 60km) and minimal elevation gain. Many valley routes and bike paths provide excellent beginner-friendly options.
Cycling tours in Côte d'Azur range from easy valley rides to challenging alpine adventures. Check each tour's elevation profile, daily distance, and difficulty rating for guidance.
