Rupert Parker embarks on a 7-day cycling journey along Eurovelo 3, exploring forests, farmland, and river valleys from France to Belgium.
Along the way, he'll visit châteaux, cathedrals, and cobbled squares, riding at a pace suited to Europe's historic charm, aided by an E-Bike.
The EuroVelo 3, known as La Scandibérique, stretches from Norway to Spain, tracing medieval travellers' routes.
The 300km section from Chantilly, near Paris, to Thuin, Belgium, is particularly captivating, with Accueil Vélo and Bienvenue Vélo accredited facilities along the route.
Author's summary: Cycling Eurovelo 3 from France to Belgium.