Day 1 Montbéliard
Arrival in Montbéliard. After check-in you have the possibility to visit the green fortified town.
Day 2 Montbéliard – Villersexel 53 km
On your first day of cycling you see many beautiful fortresses and picturesque villages, such as Clerval und Cubry. You have the possibility to visit the Château de Bournel and stop-by in the beautiful village of Nans, which is impressively situated in the rock.
Day 3 Villersexel – Vesoul 36 km
Château d’Oricourt is one of the best conserved castles in France. From here you cycle through idyllic landscape till Vesoul. It’s time to stroll through the historic city center.
Day 4 Vesoul – Gray 73 km
A beautiful ride through the river valley of the Saône river is waiting for you. Enjoy the beauty of small villages, the view over this charming river and its romantic river scenery. Arrived in Gray, a magnificent renaissance town, it’s only a short ride to reach your hotel after your visit.
Day 5 Gray – Besançon 61 km
Without doubt, today’s ride is one of the most beautiful on this trip. You are cycling through picturesque landscapes which are shaped by beautiful fortresses. Especially Marnay with its medieval centre is worth a longer stop on your way to Besançon.
Day 6 Besançon – Baume-les-Dames 41 km
Besançon is characterized by the celebrated architecture by Vauban. Today, you are cycling through the famous Doub river valley. The quadratic shape of church towers was always important in this area of the Franche Comté and are characteristic for this region. You will stay in Baumes les Dames, a beautiful town with a pleasant centre.
Day 7 Baume-les-Dames – Montbéliard 61 km
The last day gathers again many facets and impressions of the Franche Comté region. You will pass a last wonderful day on your bike till you reach Montbéliard again.
Day 8 Departure
Departure after breakfast.
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