MARGUERITE DE SIGNY FLÂNEUR
- Departure : Signy l'Abbaye (star)
- duration : 2 to 5 days
- Distance : 4 petals under 50km
- Level : Flaneur
149€ for 2 days
249€ for 3 days
349€ pour 4 jours
449€ for 5 days
per person
Erwann
“With children aged 18 and 20, we enjoyed ! I was afraid I wouldn't hold on because I haven't ridden a bike or almost in 8 years. But the eBike was on the hill (…) We had a lot of fun during these 5 days and had a great meal at the Auberge de Signy. Meals of succulent organic farm products.”
Four beautiful petals around Signy l'Abbaye.
Four loops that will allow you to discover the beauty of the Crêtes Préardennaises and the Thiérache, the bucolic charm of a preserved countryside, some magnificent fortified churches and wonderful and unknown castles .
All this at your own pace, according to your wishes, and by returning every evening the comfort and the good food of the Auberge de l'Abbaye. So, enjoy and just pluck the daisy !
OPERATION SEQUENCE
PETALS 1
49 km
+544m elevation gain
Discover the Porcien and its unique architecture. You use small country roads with very low traffic. Visit the War and Peace museum in Novion-Porcien which aims to promote the history of the Ardennes during the last three major conflicts. Admire the old Former Post House of Launois-sur-Vence and enjoy one of the many local beers, Ardwen. To be enjoyed with moderation because you still have a few kilometers to reach Signy l'Abbaye.
PETALS 2
49 km
+592m elevation gain
This course will introduce you to some unknown treasures of the Ardennes. At the bend of a small road, you can admire the Château de Doumely. Attach your bike in Chaumont-Porcien to climb the hill to the Hermitage of St Berthauld. Don't miss Rocquigny, its beautiful fortified church.
5 petals from 70 to 80km
45 km
+674m elevation gain
This loop will lead you across the magnificent state forest of Signy l'Abbaye. If you are quiet and patient, it is possible that you meet, deer, fox or wild boar. The road will exit the department to ride for a few kilometers in neighboring Aisne. You can admire some remarkable buildings like the Hall of St-Jean-aux-Bois and the fortified church of Liart.
5 petals from 70 to 80km
45 km
+638m elevation gain
This beautiful route will introduce you the Crêtes Préardennaises, across fields and valleys. Enjoy this bucolic landscape to relax and rejuvenate. Besides the beauty of nature, the course will show you to the charming villages of l'Échelle and Clavy Warby. Take a break to discover their castles.
Back : 5:00 p.m. at the latest at Signy l’Abbaye
Why not extend your stay by varying pleasures ?
At Signy l'Abbaye, you have the opportunity to spend a day in the acrobatic park “le Chêne Perché” or go hiking.
RATE
The price is based on two adult participants sharing the same room.
THE PRICE INCLUDES :
- bike and helmet rental
- luggage rental
- 1 to 4 hotel nights
- 1 to 4 breakfasts
- Roadbook (in french for now)
- GPS trace
- assistance
- tourist tax
OPTIONS :
- electric bike :
5 petals from 70 to 80km
5 petals from 70 to 80km
5 petals from 70 to 80km
5 petals from 70 to 80km
- demi pension : 5 petals from 70 to 80km
NOT INCLUDED in the price :
- drinks
- dinner (unless option)
- lunch
- entrance fees to tourist sites
- assurances
- all that is not in "the price includes"
You come alone ?
No problem, you can enjoy the same benefits. However, a 40% supplement will be applied to the price of your stay.
You come with children ?
We make you enjoy a preferential rate to experience cycling tourism with your family. This rate is applicable only if the child is accompanied by two adult participants and sharing the same room.
– from 2 to 10 years : -50%
– from 11 to 15 years old : -30%
The price includes the rental of a child bike or the rental of a trailer according to its age and size.
You come with your own bike ?
You can come with your own equipment. Please mention it when booking.
MORE DETAILS...
Our park is made up of CUBE brand adult mountain bikes. This german brand whose reputation for robustness is well established. The bike rental is included in the price, as well as the rental of the helmet, a safety vest, a lock and a repair kit (patches, bicycle pump).
The e-bikes are also CUBE, with a Bosch engine and a 500W battery to ensure complete autonomy throughout the day. Before the start, we give you a battery charger. So, you can each evening, at the stage, recharge your battery for the next day. Electric bikes are suitable for people over 1.55m.
Our company is very recent, our bike fleet is currently relatively small. We reserve the right to call on external service providers to best suit your needs, while offering the same range of services.
You will stay in Signy l'Abbaye in a three star hostel. Given that is a Star course, you return to Signy l'Abbaye at the end of each day. You will feel like home because you will occupy the same room during your stay.
You can choose the "half board" option . Sophie and Frederic will offer organic products from their farm or local products. Each night you will enjoy a gourmet and family food.
Regarding lunch, the dining options along your route are relatively limited. However, you'll find shops in Signy l'Abbaye (bakery, grocery …) to prepare your picnic basket. If you ask, your host can offer you a lunch basket . Feel free to order with Sophie, upon your arrival, for lunch the next day.
Before starting, remember to take with you one or more bottles of water and appetite suppressants (like cereal bars).
When you submitted your reservation request, we will send you a customized quote that best meet your expectations. We ask you to return the signed quotation by email or by post to acceptance.
This must be accompanied by payment of the deposit. Payment is made either by bank cheque (only french banks) or by bank transfer stating the quote number.
A deposit of 30% of the total amount of the stay must be paid at the time of booking. The payment of the balance must reach us no later than 30 days before your departure. For bookings made within 30 days of departure, we request the payment of the entire stay.
If the cancellation is made more than 30 days before departure : payment of 30% of the total amount of the stay.
If the cancellation is made 29 to 15 days before departure : payment of 50% of the total amount of the stay.
If the cancellation is made 14 to 8 days before departure : payment of 75% of the total amount of the stay.
If the cancellation is made less than 7 days before departure : payment of 100% of the total amount of the stay.
Do you have specific needs, custom requests, questions… ?
Please feel free to contact us : info@lesvelosdepierrot.fr