DolceVia or Dolce Via: between a bike travel agency and a bike route, let's untangle the pedals.

Yes, this Ardèche cycling route (https://www.dolce-via.com/fr/) has a name very similar to that of our bike rental and travel agency (https://www.dolcevia.eu).

Let's clarify all this.

When a simple space changes everything

Ah, the joys of the web! You type "DolceVia" into Google and end up on an Ardèche greenway instead of finding our bike travel agency? No, it's not a bug in the Matrix, just a little understandable confusion between two worlds of cycling tourism that share almost the same name.

On one side, DolceVia (all together, like the helmet on a cyclist's head), your agency specialized in bike rentals and organizing two-wheeled trips.

On the other, the Dolce Via (with a space, like a breath between two climbs), a beautiful Ardèche greenway that has been delighting cyclists for years.

DolceVia: the bike rental and travel agency, your travel companion

At DolceVia, we rent bikes tailored to your needs. Whether you prefer a muscle bike or an electric one, gravel or road, lightweight or fully equipped, we have what you need to make your cycling adventure even more memorable.

But we do much more than that. If you dream of a bike trip but the laziness of organizing everything tends to take over, we take care of it for you: we create turnkey bike routes that would make even the most jaded travelers envious.

As simple as a one-way ticket

Our true differentiating point? No need to bring the bike back. Because yes, our goal is to simplify your life. From your first pedal stroke to the moment you set down your bags.

So imagine: you’ve pedaled on the Véloscénie, you’ve reached the legendary Mont-Saint-Michel. You’ve seen breathtaking sights, you’re on cloud nine.

But all good things must come to an end, and it’s already time to go home. Nothing could be easier: instead of folding the bike into a bag, hauling a dead weight from one platform to another, and playing Tetris with your luggage in the train cars… opt for our one-way option.

In concrete terms, you leave your DolceVia rental bike at the station, lock it with our geolocated lock, and you’re done. All you have to do is hop on the train, your mind as light as your luggage. Your camera, on the other hand, is filled with memories.

The art of hassle-free bike travel

Struggling to find the right route? Opening 36 tabs to organize everything? Having a hard time finding suitable accommodations for cyclists?

It’s simple: with DolceVia, all you have to do is hop on your bike and pedal. The rest? Renting the right bike, booking accommodations, selecting marked routes, technical assistance... Everything is orchestrated like Beethoven's Symphony No. 3. It’s tailor-made for those who want to taste adventure without ending up with the fitness level of a mollusk and the organization of a walking chaos.

Cycling routes that will leave you dizzy (in a good way)

Whether you have the soul of an explorer of the Loire castles or dream of bike routes to a European destination, DolceVia takes you where your legs and heart lead you. Our bike trips cater to all levels: from green bike paths to climbs that forge concrete calves.

The Dolce Via of Ardèche: the gentle path that invites you to the heart of the Eyrieux Valley

Now, let’s talk about that famous Dolce Via in Ardèche that causes confusion in your search engine! This former railway line converted into a greenway takes you deep into Ardèche over 90 kilometers.

A route with character

Starting from La Voulte-sur-Rhône to Saint-Agrève or Lamastre, this cycling and pedestrian route was voted the most beautiful greenway in Europe in 2020. And we understand why: it winds between perched villages, swimming spots, and lush forests, with breathtaking viewpoints.

The elevation? Two parts:

• As gentle as a Norah Jones song up to Cheylard. Perfect for those who want to enjoy the scenery without feeling like they’re climbing Alpe d'Huez at every turn.

• From Cheylard to Saint-Agrève, it climbs a bit more, but nothing insurmountable: a gentle ascent that rises up to 3%. Even with tired calves, it should be manageable. Especially since a reward awaits you at the destination: the view of Mont Gerbier de Jonc and Mont Mézenc will delight your eyes.

Why is it worth the detour?

• Accessible to everyone: even with the fitness level of a Sunday afternoon in front of Netflix
• Postcard landscapes: peach orchards, chestnut trees, small villages, narrow gorges, stunning views of the Ardèche Mountains, viaducts, old mills, steam trains… Get ready to take photo breaks.
• Top-notch infrastructure: rest areas, water points, well-marked signage
• A break from the ViaRhôna: a charming detour less frequented than the must-see bike route.

How to avoid confusing DolceVia and Dolce Via?

Are you looking to rent a bike or organize a bike adventure with accommodation, equipment, and tailored routes? Head to DolceVia, in one word, here: www.dolcevia.eu!

Want information about this specific Ardèche cycling route? It’s www.dolce-via.com you need!

The cycling adventure, with or without a space!

In the end, whether you type "DolceVia" or "Dolce Via" into your search bar, you fall into the same fabulous world of cycling tourism! One offers you organized bike trips, while the other lets you discover one of the most beautiful greenways in France.

And if you’re looking for your next bike or adventure, you know where to find us: at www.dolcevia.eu/fr, where bike travel is as simple as the first pedal stroke.