Flow Vélo is more than a simple journey from A to B. It’s a complete sensory experience combining the pleasures of cycling with the discovery of famous vineyards, local gastronomic specialities and delightful accommodation on a 400km route between Sarlat in the Dordogne and Ile d’Aix in Charente-Maritime, via Angoulême, Cognac, Saintes, Rochefort and Fouras-les-Bains..
Exploring Flow Vélo
It could be a solitary cyclist facing up to personal challenges, a couple seeking a romantic break or a group of friends enjoying shared adventures. Flow Vélo is all of these and invites you to embrace the diversity of scenery in front of you and promises unforgettable memories at the end of your journey
Like an air of yesteryear…
From the Lascaux caves in the Dordogne to the Musée de la BD in Angoulême, via the Houses of Cognac, we travel back in time… to the land we pass through.
Nature sets the tone…
A varied and specific natural heritage that invites you to take your time and relax by a lake, a river or under a wooden bridge.
A gourmet waltz…
Oysters, cognac, truffles, wine… savour the richness of the different heritages and take some truly gourmet breaks.
The song of the craftsmen…
Put your foot down and discover the many different skills and crafts, both traditional and original.
Essential values
The freedom
The Flow Vélo can be enjoyed at your own pace. You take the time to stop and discover the richness of the areas you cycle through.
Ease of use
The Flow Vélo is accessible to all cycle tourists, whether solo, with friends or family, from the most novice to the most experienced.
Authenticity
Flow Vélo offers a great escape into a natural, unspoilt environment, dedicated to simple, genuine pleasures.
Pleasure
Flow Vélo offers a thousand and one opportunities to make discoveries and simply relax.
The route and signage
The route is as follows:
- 145 kilometres on the Dordogne side
- 110 kilometres on the Charente side
- 120 kilometres in Charente Maritime
All along the route, follow the logo which will guide you step by step:
Find out more about…
- The route between Angoulême and Châteauneuf-sur-Charente
- The route between Châteauneuf-sur-Charente and Cognac
- The route between Cognac and Saintes
Need accommodation on your journey?
Accueil Vélo
Accueil Vélo guarantees you a warm welcome and the services you need. Approved accommodation is no more than 5km from a cycle route and there will be secure places for your bikes, information on local bike routes, tourism and much more!
B&Bs
Hotels
Cottages and rentals
Furnished house_up to 4 people – Le Chai des mullons
Campsites
On Destination Cognac
