Appartments and Gîtes
Café Vélo
NEVERS 
Road trip by bike
72 hours on the EuroVelo6® in Pays Nivernais
It's time to set off along the EuroVelo6® for a sightseeing adventure along a section of this fantastic cycle route that passes quite close to Paris!
This route is suitable for everyone and a section runs alongside the Loire in Burgundy, for a wonderful experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories of the wild Loire and shifting sand banks, unique wildlife, prestigious vineyard and treasures of local heritage. Over a few days, you'll be able to embrace this feeling of being at one with nature and just enjoy yourself!
Cycling Type of trip
3/2 Days/nights
94 km Distance
None Difficulty
Zero carbon objective!
Enjoy a car-free weekend
Decize, Nevers, La Charité-sur-Loire and Pouilly-sur-Loire... the stopover towns along the Loire in Pays Nivernais are all connected by a railroad track.
By train or by bike, in one direction or the other, in small parts or the entire section from end to end... you decide how you are going to experience the Eurovélo6® and go at your own pace!
Morning
Decize
Take the time to visit the town centre of Decize. This small town is where the Nivernais canal, the Loire side canal, the Loire and Aron rivers all meet, and it is a very pleasant place to explore. The surprising narrow streets, bridges, ramparts, Port de la Jonction and colourful little houses (available to rent) are all most definitely worth the detour.
Exploring the town of Decize
Then, it's time to head to
Fleury-sur-Loire
Come and follow the towpath alongside the Loire side canal, through a calm, rustic environment. Stop off in Fleury to recharge your batteries (not that you particularly need to rest your legs after this leisurely ride!) and have lunch before then carrying on to Nevers.
In this riverside town, there are two options on the water's edge: place an order at La Guinguette or have a picnic on the tables available.
A riverside stop in Fleury-sur-Loire
Afternoon
Riding through nature!
As you head towards Nevers, don't hesitate to treat yourselves to some feel-good detours, via the Chemin des Ecoliers to the Bac d'Allier for example, an incredible natural place classified as a WWF site and a perfect Instagram photo opportunity!
Where to sleep and where to eat in Nevers?
You've arrived in Nevers! It's time to get yourselves comfortable.
Discover our selection of accommodation with the 'Accueil Vélo' label, as they can offer you services adapted to cyclists and a safe place to store your bike. Here are some recommendations for bistros and restaurants where you can come and taste our delicious local specialities, without any fuss!
Restaurant
L'Estaminet
NEVERS 
Bed and breakfast
Bonjour Guesthouse
NEVERS 
Hotel
The Originals Hôtel Clos Sainte-Marie
NEVERS 
Restaurant
Café Vélo
NEVERS 
Hotel
Hôtel Villa du Parc
NEVERS 
Hotel
Hôtel de Verdun
NEVERS 
Restaurant
Restaurant Le Comptoir Saint Sébastien
NEVERS 
Bistro - Wine Bar
Bar le Lion D'or
NEVERS
Morning
Nevers
This morning, make sure you leave some time to explore the town. It's not very big but it's worth a visit. On foot or in a tuk-tuk set off to explore the town centre, with the river Loire flowing nearby.
You'll enjoy admiring the Palace of the Dukes of Nevers, considered as the first Château of the Loire, the pottery studios, and the cathedral of Saint-Cyr and Saint-Julitte with the magnificent stained-glass windows.
The Palace of the Dukes of Nevers
The Musée de la Faïence et des Beaux Arts
The Cathedral of Saint-Cyr and Sainte-Julitte
Faiencerie Georges
Sleep and eat in La Charité-sur-Loire
Hotel
Hôtel Mille et Une Feuilles
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Hotel
Hôtel Restaurant La Pomme d'Or
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Other rental accomodation
Les Roulottes de l'Ile de Loire
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Restaurant
La Poule Noire
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Bed and breakfast
La Cour du Château
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Graded campsite
Camping de La Saulaie
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Restaurant
L'Olympia
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Restaurant
COM' Chez Nous
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Beautiful town centre
The Priory Church, a UNESCO site
The 'Maison du Nain' (tiny house)
The traditional shops
Along the Camino de Santiago
At the heart of the vineyard
Pouilly-sur-Loire
In Pouilly-sur-Loire, stop by the Tour du Pouilly-Fumé, a visitor's centre devoted to this famous wine, with a brand-new shop so you can buy a bottle or two to take home.
Then, if you feel like it, you can choose to carry on to Saint-Andelain, slightly north of the small town, where you'll have an incredible 360° view of the vineyard from the lookout point.
ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOR YOUR HEALTH. ENJOY RESPONSIBLY.
The Tour du Pouilly Fumé
Tasting at the château
End this great day on a high note with a tour-tasting at the Château de Tracy, one of the many winegrowing estates in this area.
ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOR YOUR HEALTH. ENJOY RESPONSIBLY.
Château de Tracy
A summary of your trip
Historical center
Ville de Decize
DECIZE 
Natural Site
Le Bec d'Allier, site WWF
GIMOUILLE 
Historical center
Ville d'Art et d'Histoire de Nevers
NEVERS 
Historical center
Ville de La Charité-sur-Loire
LA CHARITE-SUR-LOIRE 
Natural Site
La Réserve Naturelle du Val de Loire
LA CHARITE SUR LOIRE 
Industrial Site
Belvédère de Saint-Andelain
SAINT-ANDELAIN 
Historical center
Pouilly-sur-Loire
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