Cycling tours in Tarn basin

Moderate cycling tour along Tarn river between Albi and Millau

5 - 8 days cycling tours along the 1937 railway line along Tarn river.
Self guided cycling hotel-tour with baggage transfer.
Suited for family and youngsters 14 years and older.
Plus **/*** packages: ** hotel accommodations, some with a pool.
You can start this tour any day of the week between March 15^th and October 31^th.
Many opportunities for canoeing and swimming in Tarn river.
Start and end in Albi.
Bags transfers included.
Not included: Lunches. Price of lunches (take away picnics) : 8 - 11 EURO.
Not included in basic rate: Bike rental, electric bikes can be rented too!
Important group discounts for parties from 3 to 8 oersons (10 tot 23 %!).
Included: all luggage transfers.
All hotel wireless internet

Itineraries	Day stages	Pricing

Tarn valley half way Albi and Millau.

8-Day Cycling Adventure: Albi to Saint-Affrique

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day cycling journey along the historic railway line from Albi to Saint-Affrique. This scenic route takes you over six railway bridges and through ten tunnels, with options to bypass the longer tunnels (over 100m) for those who prefer open skies. It’s a perfect blend of adventure and history, ideal for families and cycling enthusiasts.

Why Albi?

Your adventure begins and ends in Albi, a charming town along the Tarn River that feels like a slice of Southern Italy. Known for its distinctive red-brick architecture—reminiscent of nearby Toulouse (just 75 km away)—Albi is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, you can explore the awe-inspiring Cathar-era Sainte-Cécile Cathedral and the world-famous Toulouse-Lautrec Museum, making it an inspiring start and finish for your cycling holiday.

A Medieval Masterpiece

Albi’s old city is a treasure trove of medieval history. The Old Bridge (Pont-Vieux) and the Saint-Salvi quarter, with its historic church, reflect the town’s early development in the 10th and 11th centuries. After the Albigensian Crusade, Albi flourished as a powerful episcopal city. The fortified Cathedral, built in a unique southern French Gothic style, dominates the skyline, while the Palais de la Berbie overlooks the river, surrounded by medieval residential quarters. Together, these monuments form a remarkably preserved ensemble, offering a journey through time.

Practical Tips for Your Trip

Family-Friendly Stops: Along the route, you’ll find picnic spots, local markets, and quaint villages perfect for breaks. Don’t miss the vibrant market along the Tarn River in Albi, where you can sample local flavors and crafts.
Accommodation: Family-friendly hotels and guesthouses are available in along the route, many with secure bike storage.
Cycling Routes: The route is well-marked, with gentle gradients suitable for families. For a shorter ride, consider our B07 plus-tour, a 3-4 day option to Cordes-sur-Ciel, another stunning medieval village.

Albi is more than a destination—it’s an experience that seamlessly combines cycling, culture, and history for a truly memorable family adventure.

Albi
Albi Market at Cathedral

Viaduc de Millau

On your way to and from Millau you will ride under and above the viaduc de Millau.
You will be cycling daily 50-60 km average (a Challenging tour with max 100km daily is possible too) through the friendly Valley of the Tarn. Near Broquiès you can make a canoe trip. In Albi and Millau you will stay in a ** BnB Hotel.

For booking this tour we ask you to complete our booking form.

Medieval villages and towns in the Gorges des Raspes du Tarn on your way will surprise you.

https://www.tourisme-aveyron.com/fr

Click here for some pictures of your tour in Tarn Valley

Itineraries	Stages	Pricing

B08-mod-plus 2026	BnB	Dinners	Basic Rate MS	Suppl. HS	single room Supplement	Bike rent	e-Bike rent
B08 Moderate plus/* packages	Bags transfers included in basic rate. Basic rate: in p.p. double room, sharing.
B08mod-plus 5 days	4	2	903	10	168	81	147
B08mod-plus 6 days	5	3	996	16	234	104	182
B08mod-plus 7 days	6	3	1185	31	301	126	210
B08mod-plus 8 days	7	4	1390	34	342	137	245
Booking a tour with La Ligne Verte
Extra night	BnB	Dinner	Price p.p. MS	Suppl. HS	single room Supplement	Bike rent	e-Bike rent
Albi ** B&B Les Pasteliers	Yes	No	62	1	51	23	41
Plaisance ***	Yes	Yes	102	7	42	23	41
St. Affrique Vern **	Yes	Yes	86	5	64	23	41
Millau *** La Capelle	Yes	No	68	14	55	23	41
Castelnau Pégayrols /* zwembad	Yes	Yes	72	3	42	23	41
Brousse-le-Château /*	Yes	Yes	83	1	36	23	41
Take-away lunches are not included. You can order them at the hotel or the host the evening before departure. Supplement twin rooms (with 2 beds): 3 per night per person. Solo all-in: add 52% at basic rate + Suppl. HS. Supplement single room included, bike rental not included. With e-bike rental the tour does not start in Albi but in Gaillac.

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Discount on basic rate p.p. for small groups and families
See terms and conditions of group discounts
Parties of 3 persons : 10 % p.p.
Parties of 4 persons : 15 % p.p.
Parties of 5 persons : 18 % p.p.
Parties of 6 persons : 14 % p.p.
Parties of 7 persons : 16 % p.p.
Parties of 8 persons : 18 % p.p.

Itineraries	Stages	Pricing

Program and lodging B08 Moderate Plus packages, 6 - 8 days Distances indicated in kmare minimum distances.	5-day	6-day	7-day	8-day
Albi ** BnB-hotel Les Pasteliers, arrival day . No biking today Altitude: 150m	Day 1	Day 1	Day 1	Day 1
Plaisance Hotel Les Magnolias *** pool Alt. 236m. Elevation gains: +150 m	day 2 (60 km)	day 2 (60 km)	day 2 (60 km)	day 2 (60 km)
St. Affrique *** Le Vern pool Alt. 320m. Elevation gains: +110 m		day 3 (35 km)	day 3 (35 km)	day 3 (35 km)
Millau *** BnB-hotel La Capelle. Alt. 357m. Elevation gains: +250 & -250 & +50 m			day 4 (39 km)	day 4 (39 km)
Castelnau Pégayrols ** Chambre & Table d'Hôtes. pool. Alt. 750m. Elevation gains: +350 m				day 5 (39 km)
Brousse-le-Château ** . Alt. 363m. Elevation gains: none or 100, -350 m	day 3 (42 km)	day 4 (42 km)	day 5 (42 km)	day 6 (42 km)
Albi ** Alt. 150m. Elevation gains: -30m	day 4 (70 km)	day 5 (70 km)	day 6 (70 km)	day 7 (70 km)
Leave after breakfast	Day 5	Day 6	Day 7	Day 8
Number of kmindicated is the minimum you'll bike. The route descriptions will also provide longer tours for each day.

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