Cyclists who cycle in the Haute-Saône Department - SlowUp 2022Cyclists who cycle in the Haute-Saône Department - SlowUp 2022
©Cyclists|Nathan Fabry

Haute-Saône Cycling country

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Haute-Saône is now renowned as a cycling region, regularly hosting major cycling events, including the most prestigious of them all: the Tour de France! Its hilly terrain and winding roads have left their mark on the minds of amateurs and professionals alike.

A vast network of loops and cycle paths allows you to discover the region and link it to major European routes.

21 cycle routes to explore Haute-Saône

There’s no better way to explore the department’s picturesque roads than by choosing one of the 21 signposted cycle routes, carefully selected for their unspoilt landscapes and low levels of traffic.

A cyclist takes the Trace du Courlis, which links the V50 and the EV6. He may come across some beautiful stone houses along the way - Vesoul - Val de SaôneA cyclist takes the Trace du Courlis, which links the V50 and the EV6. He may come across some beautiful stone houses along the way - Vesoul - Val de Saône
©Cyclist |Maxime Naegely
    The Tour de France riders on the ascent of La Planche des Belles FillesThe Tour de France riders on the ascent of La Planche des Belles Filles
    ©Tour de France|Jean-François Maillot
    View of the Planche des Belles Filles climb with the official Tour de France finish line signView of the Planche des Belles Filles climb with the official Tour de France finish line sign
    ©La Planche des Belles Filles |Eric Marguet

      La Planche des Belles Filles, legendary sporting challenge

      The more experienced will be tempted by the ascent of the Planche des Belles Filles, the Tour de France’s legendary and dreaded mountain pass, which offers a superb reward: a breathtaking panorama at the summit!

      Pedal on The Blue Way

      The flagship route is undoubtedly the Voie Bleue cycle route, which links Luxembourg to Lyon over a distance of more than 700 km, crossing the Haute-Saône. A monumental route, ideal for cyclists looking to get away from it all and discover new horizons!

      Cyclists in the sky on the Trace du Courlis linking V50 and EV6 - Vesoul - Val de SaôneCyclists in the sky on the Trace du Courlis linking V50 and EV6 - Vesoul - Val de Saône
      ©Cyclist |Maxime Naegely
      The main roads of Haute-Saône

      Ride at your own pace on the greenways

      Finally, cycling enthusiasts in search of peace and quiet can take advantage of the greenways laid out on former railway lines, as well as the many dedicated cycle paths or shared cycle paths.

      On your bikes! Advice and best practice

      Whether you’re with friends or family, looking for a sporty outing or a more leisurely ride, all you have to do is choose the cycle route that suits you from this rich and varied offering! From hour-long outings to multi-day escapes, Haute-Saône has something for cyclists of all abilities.

      Cyclists in the sky on the Trace du Courlis linking V50 and EV6 - Vesoul - Val de SaôneCyclists in the sky on the Trace du Courlis linking V50 and EV6 - Vesoul - Val de Saône
      ©Cyclist |Maxime Naegely
      Practical cycling info

      Other desires

      Hikers cross a pontoon bridge over a river in the middle of a forest - Haute-SaôneHikers cross a pontoon bridge over a river in the middle of a forest - Haute-Saône
      ©Forest walks| Régis Ravegnani
      On foot
      Aerial view of a boat without a licence sailing on the Saône, in a setting of unspoilt nature, surrounded by greenery - Vesoul-Val de SaôneAerial view of a boat without a licence sailing on the Saône, in a setting of unspoilt nature, surrounded by greenery - Vesoul-Val de Saône
      ©Sailing on the Saône|French Wanderers
      The Saône
      A couple on mountain bikes take a break beside a pond, with its autumn colours, on the Plateau des 1000 Etangs - Vosges du SudA couple on mountain bikes take a break beside a pond, with its autumn colours, on the Plateau des 1000 Etangs - Vosges du Sud
      ©Mountain biking at Les 1000 Etangs|Nicolas Gascard BFC Tourisme
      BY BIKE – IN
      The Ognon on the Voie Verte Vallée de l'Ognon - Ognon ValleyThe Ognon on the Voie Verte Vallée de l'Ognon - Ognon Valley
      ©The river Ognon|Both Better
      L’Ognon