Sommières – Beaucaire Cycle Route

A relaxed ride across southern France from the medieval streets of Sommières to riverside Beaucaire on the Rhône. Expect roughly 38 km of mostly paved cycleways and quiet paths, with a few short gravel bits and only tiny stretches on busier roads. It’s largely flat with gentle ups and downs (~260 m total), fine for touring bikes and hybrids—wider tires make the gravel comfy.

You’ll roll past vineyards and garrigue, with greenway sections and open countryside views before dropping to the Rhône plain. Easy coffee stops in village squares, plus plenty of cafés and bakeries at both ends. In Sommières, check out the old bridge and narrow lanes; in Beaucaire, the hilltop castle and the marina are great finish-line spots.

Ride it either direction. The Mistral can blow along the Rhône, so pick your day (or direction) accordingly, and pack water and sun protection. A perfect half‑day spin with time to explore both towns.