Paris – Amsterdam by Bike: The Avenue Verte and the Vélomaritime

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📍 Zero Point! Your adventure starts at the Parvis of Notre-Dame, the legendary starting point of all roads in France.

🏛️ A few pedal strokes in the heart of Paris to greet its iconic monuments before heading to the Canal Saint-Martin 🛶, your tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle.

🏞️ The Blue Promenade then takes over along the Seine. Let yourself be inspired by the landscapes of the Impressionists 🎨, alternating between lush islands and parks.

🏰 The route gently leads you to Maisons-Laffitte, rich in curiosities, before offering you a breath of fresh air in the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye 🌳.

🏁 The arrival in Cergy is smooth on an easy and mostly rolling route. An ideal first stage to kick off your journey! 🎉

🧘🏻‍♀️ For the night, enjoy a stay at the Mercure Cergy Hotel, which offers a relaxing setting.

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🚴 Departure from the Cergy leisure island to quickly transition into an intimate atmosphere, typical of the Avenue Verte London-Paris.

🦢 The scenery calms down: you follow the charming valley of the Epte, dotted with small bridges, old mills, and fortified castles.

🌾 Between Gasny and Gisors, the greenway stretches out with long, easy kilometers, perfect for enjoying the rural landscapes, ponds, and the river.

🏰 The final approach is historic: you follow the old Franco-Norman border to the Château de Gisors, a characterful arrival!

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the Château de la Folie.

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⛰️ Leaving Gisors, you cross the wooded hills of Vexin, with small roads winding between wet meadows and limestone slopes.

🤝 In Saint-Germer-de-Fly, the two variants of the Avenue Verte London-Paris meet near the abbey.

🖼️ The route then shifts to a greenway that runs between hedgerows, orchards, and the open landscapes of the Norman Pays de Bray.

🛀 The stage ends gently in Forges-les-Eaux, a former spa town known for its healing waters.

🌙 For tonight, you will stay at the Domaine des Forges.

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🍎 The scenery is typically Norman (pastures, cows, and apple orchards) in the heart of the Pays de Bray. This is where the Avenue Verte London-Paris was born, developed along the old railway line.

🛤️ The route unfolds a long, gentle, and regular line, ideal for moving forward without difficulty, with traces of the old stations and railway signs.

💨 The air gradually fills with iodine, signaling the approach of the sea.

⚓ The grand finale: the spectacular white chalk cliffs of the Côte d'Albâtre, marking the entrance to Dieppe.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the Hôtel Aguado.

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🌅 You leave the last cliffs of the Alabaster Coast to follow the Vélomaritime, still offering a few spectacular valleys until Tréport.

🏡 After a final look at the Belle Époque facades of Mers-les-Bains, the route climbs towards the cliffs, heading to Bois de Cise and Ault, resorts marked by Art Deco.

🦢 The landscape becomes wild as you cross the Hable d'Ault, an ancient lagoon protected by a cordon of pebbles.

⛱️ Arriving in Cayeux-sur-Mer surprises with its immense boardwalk, known as the longest in Europe.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the Hôtel Le Cap Hornu.

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⛵ This is the beginning of your exploration of the Baie de Somme by following the Route Blanche, alternating between sea, dunes, and pebbles.

👀 At the tip of Hourdel, you may have the chance to spot seals.

🚂 For an original interlude, you can take your bike on the small train of the Chemin de Fer de la Baie de Somme, which crosses the bay to Noyelles-sur-Mer.

🐦 The next part takes you to the Baie d'Authie. You will cross the Parc du Marquenterre, perfect for birdwatching in the Nature Reserve.

🏁 The arrival is at Berck-sur-Mer, with its fine sandy beach, where you can try sand yachting.

🌙 For tonight, you will stay at the Hôtel Régina & Spa.

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🪁 The Vélomaritime heads towards the elegant seaside resort of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, distinguished by its wooded avenues and remarkable villas.

🌳 The route then winds around the bay of the Canche via Étaples and offers the calm and green scenery of the Mont Saint-Frieux nature reserve.

🏰 You have a choice for your lunch break: the coastline at Hardelot, or the Château d'Hardelot for a bike relay and a visit.

🐠 The stage concludes in Boulogne-sur-Mer. Facing the sea, Nausicaá, the largest aquarium in Europe, marks a memorable arrival.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the hotel room in the castle.

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📸 After Boulogne-sur-Mer, La Vélomaritime leads to the Grand Site of France of the Two Caps, with the colorful villas of Wimereux.

🔭 The route offers spectacular views of Cap Blanc-Nez from the Maison du Site des Deux-Caps in Audinghen, before reaching Cap Gris-Nez, the closest point to England.

🐉 In Calais, you can explore the belfry of the Town Hall or enjoy an unusual ride on the back of the Dragon.

🦆 The itinerary leaves the port to reach the Platier d'Oye Nature Reserve, a major ornithological site in Europe.

🧱 The day ends in Gravelines, a fortified town by Vauban, where the well-preserved ramparts offer a pleasant and historical walk.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the Brit Hôtel Gravelines.

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⛴️ Leaving Gravelines, you cross Dunkirk, the privateer city of Jean Bart, which reveals its rich maritime heritage and its belfries listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

🏖️ The route then moves towards the border, crossing the "Dunes of Flanders," a Grand Site of France with a unique landscape.

👋 The day concludes in Nieuwpoort, Belgium, marking the end of your journey on La Vélomaritime.

🌙 For tonight, you will stay at The CORNR Hotel.

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🧜‍♀️ The route runs along the coast with a stunning view of the sea from the Ostend promenade, allowing for a peaceful ride on the bike path.

⛵ The course passes through Zeebos Park before reaching the Zeebrugge marina, where the views then open up to the beach of Nieuwvliet-Bad and the canal.

🌅 The stage ends in Breskens, after a day filled with sea, nature, and small ports.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the Hotel Rooms Breskens.

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⛴️ The day begins with a ferry crossing to Flushing, opening the way to the flat and maritime landscapes of Zeeland.

💡 Zeeland, made up of islands and peninsulas, is perfect for cycling tourism thanks to its quiet paths and maritime panoramas.

🛣️ From Flushing, a bike path crosses the dunes before reaching the famous Oosterschelde barrier.

🥞 The path runs alongside the Oosterscheldekering, an impressive defense structure, and invites you to a gourmet stop at the De Graanhalm mill.

🏁 The stage ends in Haamstede, in the heart of Zeeland.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the Fletcher Strandhotel Haamstede.

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🏖️ The itinerary crosses the dunes of Kop van Schouwen. Renesse beach is an ideal first stop.

🌉 The route then runs along the Brouwersdam; the historic center of Goedereede is worth a detour for its alleys and old port.

⚙️ The day continues to the Haringvliet dam (Haringvlietdam), the sixth major construction of the Delta Works.

📍 The stage concludes in Hoek van Holland, with the North Sea as a backdrop.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at Hotel Amerika.

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🌿 Departure along the beaches of Solleveld and the Kapittelduinen, between dunes and preserved natural spaces.

⛱️ The route winds through the typical dune landscape between Katwijk and Scheveningen, offering endless views of sand and sea.

💡 In Scheveningen, the Ferris wheel on the Pier catches the eye, while the lighthouse of Katwijk signals the approach to Noordwijk.

🔭 The stage ends at the water tower of Noordwijk, an iconic viewpoint to observe the coast.

🌙 For this night, you will stay at the Fletcher Hotel De Witte Raaf

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👑 Last stop of the journey, heading to Amsterdam! The itinerary follows canals and bike paths, gradually entering the urban hustle and bustle.

🚴 Amsterdam is best explored by bike: its famous canals, bridges, and 17th-century gabled houses.

🎉 The arrival marks the end of your journey, in the heart of the capital!

🌙 Accommodation for this last night is not included in the stay.

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> Did you enjoy the Loire by Bike experience? DolceVia offers you other guides for your next cycling holidays:

The complete route of the Véloscénie: [From Paris to Mont Saint-Michel](https://www.dolcevia.eu/fr/agence-de-voyage-velo/La-Veloscenie) – For those who prefer Normandy and its hedgerows to the châteaux of the Loire.