La Régalante by Bike: From Saint-Malo to Nantes
How about taking 6 days to enjoy an incredible experience cycling from Saint-Malo to Nantes along La Régalante? DolceVia organizes tailor-made trips, including bike rentals, equipment, and accommodations. Send us a request to build your trip together.
- Start
- Saint-Malo
- Finish
- Nantes
- Distance
- 337 km
- Duration
- 6 days
- Calculated ascent
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- Difficulty
- Intermediate
The route between Saint-Malo and Nantes
Indicative route calculated between the listed stops. Distance and elevation gain may differ from the proposed trip.
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The stay
Included
- 5 nights with breakfast included
- Rental of a VTC and its accessories
Optional extras
- electric bike or gravel bike, half board, 1 night in Saint-Brieuc
- Wine Testing
What's on the program?
🌍 Ready for a historic crossing? Join the start of **La Régalante by Bike** by beginning along the coast with DolceVia! A salty seaside introduction before heading inland.
🚲 Before joining the official route of **La Régalante by Bike**, everything begins in Saint-Malo. Rent your bike in Saint-Malo and follow the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. This flat and windy route offers spectacular views of the “Wonder.”
🌊 You leave the corsair city to follow the Vélomaritime. Between polders and tidal flats, the silhouette of the archangel gradually appears on the horizon, marking the true starting point of your adventure.
🏰 Arriving at the foot of Mont-Saint-Michel is a magical moment. Take advantage of the late afternoon to visit the abbey or wander through the narrow streets before heading to your accommodation.
© Vélomaritime
🚲 It's the grand departure on the La Régalante cycle route! This stage of about 51 km takes you from the sea spray to the heart of the Breton bocage, to conquer the fortresses.
✨ Ready to go? Rent your bike in Saint-Malo with our one-way service for total freedom all the way to Nantes!
🌿 Leave Mont Saint-Michel for an unmissable stage on the border of Normandy and Brittany. The cycle path first leads you towards Maen Roch, through a soothing bocage atmosphere guaranteed by the La Régalante cycle route.
🛡️ The second part of the stage is an immersion into history. You will ride for 19 km to conquer Fougères. The arrival is spectacular, facing the largest fortress in Europe, a true guardian of the Marches of Brittany.
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🚲 Continue your epic journey on La Régalante by Bike with this rich stage of around 57 km—an exceptional link between medieval towns and refined rural landscapes.
🏰 The route winds through the heart of the countryside toward Vitré. Dotted with former railway stations such as La Selle-en-Luitré, this section of La Régalante by Bike opens onto a true postcard scene: Vitré and its majestic castle, a Town of Art and History.
🌳 After this medieval stop, the itinerary takes on a “rural chic” feel. Lift your eyes from the handlebars to admire the Château des Tesnières or the listed church. This is a stage full of character as the route heads south.
🍽️ You arrive in La Guerche-de-Bretagne, a Petite Cité de Caractère® renowned for its gastronomy. This is the ultimate gourmet stage of your journey.
© France Vélo Tourisme
🚲 Continue heading south on La Régalante by Bike with this stage of around 61 km. On the program: enchanting nature, sustainable development, and an immersion between art and history.
🧚♀️ The beginning of the stage toward Martigné-Ferchaud calls upon fairies and nature. You ride through reimagined landscapes where sustainable cities are the common thread. A section of La Régalante by Bike that truly breathes ecological modernity.
🌳 On the way to Châteaubriant, the scenery changes. The route plunges into the heart of the countryside, under the welcome shade of trees. It’s the perfect moment for a contemplative ride to the gateway of Loire-Atlantique.
🏰 Châteaubriant welcomes you at the crossroads of Brittany and the Pays de la Loire. Steeped in history, its medieval and Renaissance château is the highlight of the day.
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🚲 The penultimate day on La Régalante by Bike covers around 64 km. Today’s motto: slow down to truly feel the journey, following the water and lush green landscapes.
💧 Leave Châteaubriant to reach La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne. This section of La Régalante by Bike invites you to escape alongside lakes, rivers, and channels—a smooth and soothing ride.
🌿 The next stretch toward Nort-sur-Erdre is a true ode to nature. You pass through marshlands and luxuriant greenery. This is the “zen” stage of the journey, gently bringing you closer to the Nantes metropolitan area.
⚓ Arrival in Nort-sur-Erdre, with its marina and natural setting, marks the end of the crossing through the inland countryside.
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🚲 This is the grand finale of your journey on La Régalante by Bike! This final 34 km stage takes you straight into the heart of the capital of the Dukes of Brittany.
🛶 This last stretch still holds some unusual discoveries. You ride along the Erdre River, which Francis I described as “the most beautiful river in France.” Castles and manor houses line the banks, creating a regal backdrop for your final pedal strokes.
🐘 Entering Nantes is a smooth and pleasant experience. The city, named European Green Capital, welcomes you with its cycle paths leading to the Château of the Dukes of Brittany and the Machines of the Isle. You have conquered La Régalante by Bike!
🏁 Congratulations! You have connected Mont-Saint-Michel to Nantes. It’s time to return the bikes and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Nantes.
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**The complete Véloscénie route:** From Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel – To make the connection and reach Paris from the Mont.
**La Loire by Bike:** From Paris to Tours – Extend the adventure from Nantes by following the royal river.
**Saint-Malo – Rennes by Bike:** From the sea to the Breton capital – A gentle escape between canals and heritage.
Good to know
We offer flexible cancellation conditions so you can travel with peace of mind:
- Free cancellation up to 60 days before departure
- Cancellation between 30 and 60 days: 50% refund
- Cancellation less than 30 days: no refund
Here is what you need to bring to fully enjoy your trip:
- Clothing suitable for cycling (shorts/cycling shorts - essential, windbreaker, comfortable shoes)
- A water bottle (or bidon) to stay hydrated
- A first aid kit and your personal medication
- An external battery for your phone
- Rain gear (light poncho or waterproof jacket)
- A swimsuit, depending on the destination!
- And above all: your desire for adventure and discovery 🌿
- The bike and helmet are provided. On multi-day trips, panniers and a puncture repair kit are included too; on one-day routes, they are optional.
Our trips are accessible to everyone, with different levels of activity. Please note that electric assistance makes every route more accessible, even on longer or hilly routes.
- Easy: ideal for families or beginners, little elevation gain, 20 to 40 km/day
- Moderate: for travelers in good shape or those who want to take on a small challenge, 40 to 70 km/day
- Sporty: for long-distance enthusiasts or those used to riding a muscular bike, 70 km and more/day