Rupert Parker embarks on a 7-day cycling journey along Eurovelo 3, exploring forests, farmland, and river valleys from France to Belgium.
He will discover châteaux, cathedrals, and cobbled squares, riding at a pace suited to Europe's historic landscape, aided by an E-Bike.
The EuroVelo 3, or La Scandibérique, spans from Norway to Spain, tracing medieval travel routes, with a captivating 300km section from Chantilly, near Paris, to Thuin, Belgium.
Along the route, Accueil Vélo (in France) and Bienvenue Vélo (in Belgium) accredited facilities provide support for cyclists.
The EuroVelo 3 winds from Norway to Spain, tracing the footsteps of medieval travellers by bike.
Author's summary: Cycling Eurovelo 3 from France to Belgium in 7 days.