Brief
Southern Landes by bike: Terroir, History and Art of Living (4 days by bike):
à partir de 330 €Explore the southern Landes by bike on a 4-day trip between Dax, Saint-Sever, Eugénie-les-Bains, and Brassempouy. From spa towns to medieval bastides, you’ll cycle along peaceful roads through the heart of Chalosse and Tursan. Local heritage, Gascon cuisine, and the spa lifestyle set the tone for this cultural and culinary journey into the heart of Landes traditions.
Highlights:
🏛️ Landes Heritage: Dax, Saint-Sever, and the historic bastides of southern Landes
⏳ A Journey Through Time: From prehistory in Brassempouy to the Middle Ages in Saint-Sever
🍷 Local Flavors & Gastronomy: Farmers’ markets, Landes specialties, and the vineyards of Armagnac
🚴 Leisurely Itinerary: Quiet roads, rolling landscapes, and an authentic Landes atmosphere
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Itinerary & Program
Day 1: Dax → Saint-Sever (49km / 340d+)
From the spa town of Dax, you leave the Adour River behind and head toward the lush hills of Chalosse. Winding through quiet country roads and quaint villages, this first leg of the journey takes you to Saint-Sever, the medieval and spiritual gem of the Landes region.
Suggested activities:
Explore the historic center of Dax
Take the greenways along the Adour River
Visit the Abbey of Saint-Sever (UNESCO)
Stroll through the medieval streets
Day 2: Saint-Sever → Eugénie-les-Bains (27km / 160d+)
You’ll travel through Chalosse and Tursan, regions known for their distinctive character and fine cuisine. The route winds through rolling hills, traditional farms, and vineyards. Your arrival in Eugénie-les-Bains offers a wellness break in a village with a unique spa-town charm.
Suggested activities:
See the Guillay megalith
Pay a visit to Notre-Dame-du-Rugby
Stroll through the Jardin des Thermes d'Eugénie
Enjoy a spa treatment in Eugénie-les-Bains
Day 3: Eugénie-les-Bains → Brassempouy (39km / 340d+)
This stage immerses you in the region’s most ancient history. Leaving Eugénie-les-Bains, you’ll cycle through peaceful countryside to Brassempouy, a major site of prehistory and the birthplace of the famous Lady.
Suggested activities:
Wine tasting in the Tursan vineyards
The Lady of Brassempouy Museum
Iconic prehistoric sites
Tasting of local products at a traditional farm in Brassempouy
Day 4: Brassempouy → Dax (39km / 280d+)
Your final day of cycling through the rolling hills and plains of the Landes region. You’ll gradually make your way back to the Adour Valley and the town of Dax. A wonderful conclusion that combines nature, culture, and the laid-back lifestyle of southwestern France.
Suggested activities:
Visit the Gallo-Roman ramparts of Dax
Treat yourself to a thermal mud treatment
Buy fresh Madeleines de Dax
Celebrate the end of your stay with a final Gascon meal
Hébergement
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As our trips are 100% customizable, prices may vary depending on your preferences (type of accommodation, restaurants, activities, additional nights, etc.) and the options chosen below.
- Accommodation: 3 nights in a double room
- 3 breakfasts
- Rental of a touring bike and equipment
- Welcome and briefing on departure day
- A travel guide with practical information
- Recommendations for restaurants and activities
- GPS app for the route
- 7/7 telephone assistance
- Tourist taxes
- Booking fees
- Luggages transfer (available as option)
- Meals not included in the program
- Your personal expenses during the trip (drinks, snacks, souvenirs, visits, parking, etc.)
- Cancellation and comprehensive insurance (available as options)
- Round-trip transportation to the departure point
- Adult electric bike: €14/day, totaling +€56
- If you come with your own bike: -€25/day, totaling -€100
- Luggage transfer between each stage (1 piece of luggage per person): +€120/person
- Additional person: price upon request
- Additional night with spa access at the Splendid Hotel in Dax: from €150
“Cancellation” Coverage: +€10/day/stay
- Up to 30 days before departure: 100% refund
- 3 to 29 days before departure: 100% refund in the form of a store credit (excluding the cost of Flex insurance)
- 0 to 48 hours: no refund
- Standard Bike
- Basic (€0/day): reimbursement of the bike (replacement value)
- Medium (€3/day): €200 deductible
- Premium (€5/day): €100 deductible
- Electric bike
- Basic (€0/day): reimbursement of the bike (replacement value)
- Medium (€3/day): €500 deductible
- Premium (€5/day): €250 deductible
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Bikes & optional equipment
- Lightweight & Maneuverable: Just 13.6 kg! A lightweight, agile bike that’s easy to handle, even with luggage on the back.
- Versatile: Front suspension and wide tires for optimal comfort on all surfaces.
- Ready-to-go travel: Sturdy luggage rack for your panniers, compatible with our trailers or child seats.
- Peace of mind: Equipped with reinforced puncture-resistant tires so you can enjoy the scenery without worrying about a flat tire.
- Excellent range: A long-lasting battery lets you cover your route without getting exhausted, even on uphills.
- Absolute comfort: The suspension and saddle absorb road bumps to protect your back and joints.
- Ready-to-go travel: A sturdy rack for your panniers, a kickstand for easy parking, and integrated lighting.
- Safety & stability: Wide tires for perfect balance and powerful brakes to stop smoothly, even when the bike is loaded.
Practical info
Our cycling holidays are accessible to everyone. However, you must be able to self-assess your physical condition to choose whether you wish to travel on a traditional bicycle or an e-bike.
Booking Conditions
Participants must be at least 16 years old and must be accompanied by an adult if they are minors.
The driver must be at least 18 years old. A security deposit for the bicycle will be taken on the day of your departure (credit card authorization).
Our partner Allianz provides insurance coverage throughout your trip (from the start date to the end date of your holiday) for traffic-related damages (deductible applies).
Meeting Time
Departure Day: We welcome you between 9:30 am and 5:00 pm on your departure day to give you the roadbook and a briefing on your trip directly at the agency.
Return Day: We welcome you between 9:30 am and 5:00 pm on your return day directly at the agency.
Access
The agency is located a 1-minute walk from the Dax TGV train station.
From Paris: 3 hours 30 minutes by TGV from Gare Montparnasse
From Bordeaux: 1 hour 15 minutes by TGV
From Lyon: 2 hours by TGV to Paris, then 3 hours 30 minutes by TGV to Dax
From Toulouse: 3 hours 30 minutes by train
Parking during your stay
If you arrive at the agency by car, you can leave it in our secure parking lot for the duration of your stay.
Reviews
Noémie, itinerant travel expert
How about stepping off the beaten path? For us, a successful bike trip is one that adapts to the rider, not the other way around. Talk with Noémie for a bespoke stay. A short detour to a vineyard? An extra rest day? Noémie turns this route into an exclusive experience. Contact Noémie or request your personalized quote in a few clicks.How it works?
- 1Contact us to personalize your trip and get a quote. Modify, add, and create with Noémie the trip that fits you!
- 2Once your plan is confirmed and payment made, we take care of all bookings for you. Receive your personalized roadbook a few days before departure
- 3We welcome you on the day of your departure. Benefit from our concierge service available 24/7 during your stay to travel with peace of mind <3