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How to plan a cycling holiday

by Cathryn Boast
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WHERE TO GO

So, you fancy a cycling holiday but how do you decide which country to visit? Are there any countries you want to get to know better? By bike you'll get a decent slice of countryside and culture. If nowhere springs immediately to mind, think about:

  • Language. If you speak another language even a little, it will make a trip a lot easier.

  • Flight costs. Check out where Ryanair and EasyJet fly to and see if any of those destinations appeal, before looking elsewhere.

  • Germany, Austria or the Netherlands are good places to start, because there's a cycling infrastructure already in place.

  • Weather. Even more so than most holidays, the right weather is vital for a successful cycling holiday. Don't be too ambitious - cycling in blazing sunshine will be as miserable and tough as in the rain - so go for somewhere warmish. If you're heading to southern Europe, spring and autumn would be a good time. If you're planning your trip in the summer, maybe stick to northern, cooler climes. If you need to check the weather at your destination, visit www.weather.co.uk

  • Still stuck? Check out www.bicycletouring.homestead.com. It's American, but has some great ideas as to where to go and some entertaining views on European cycling.


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