Family cycling tours in Tarn valley

Light cycling tour on 1937 railway line. This tour is an almost flat tour while surrounded by hills up to 700m.

6 - 8 days light cycling tour along the 1913 railway line and Tarn river.
Extension with rest-days possible in all hotelsof this cycling package.
Self guided cycling hotel-tour with baggage transfer.
Suited for families kids 10-14 years old.
Standard ** packages: ** hotel accommodations, some with a pool.
You can start this tour any day of the week between March 15^th and October 31^st.
Many opportunities for canoeing and swimming in Tarn river.
Start and end in Albi.
Bike rental, electric bikes can be rented too!
Bags transfers included.
Important group discounts for parties (families) from 3 to 8 persons.
Not included: Lunches. Price of lunches (take away pick-nicks) : €8 - €12
Not included in basic rate: Bike rental.
Included: all luggage transfers.
Ask us for the supplement *** and **** lodging day 2 and day 3.
Of this Plus**/*** version of the light B08 you can book also a very light package

Duration	Stages	Pricing

Tarn meander at Ambialet

Albi market

8-Day Cycling Adventure: Albi to Saint-Affrique

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day cycling journey along the historic railway line from Albi to Saint-Affrique. This scenic route takes you over six railway bridges and through ten tunnels, with options to bypass the longer tunnels (over 100m) for those who prefer open skies. It’s a perfect blend of adventure and history, ideal for families and cycling enthusiasts.

Why Albi?

Your adventure begins and ends in Albi, a charming town along the Tarn River that feels like a slice of Southern Italy. Known for its distinctive red-brick architecture—reminiscent of nearby Toulouse (just 75 km away)—Albi is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, you can Walking the awe-inspiring Cathar-era Sainte-Cécile Cathedral and the world-famous Toulouse-Lautrec Museum, making it an inspiring start and finish for your cycling holiday.

A Medieval Masterpiece

Albi’s old city is a treasure trove of medieval history. The Old Bridge (Pont-Vieux) and the Saint-Salvi quarter, with its historic church, reflect the town’s early development in the 10th and 11th centuries. After the Albigensian Crusade, Albi flourished as a powerful episcopal city. The fortified Cathedral, built in a unique southern French Gothic style, dominates the skyline, while the Palais de la Berbie overlooks the river, surrounded by medieval residential quarters. Together, these monuments form a remarkably preserved ensemble, offering a journey through time.

Practical Tips for Your Trip

Family-Friendly Stops: Along the route, you’ll find picnic spots, local markets, and quaint villages perfect for breaks. Don’t miss the vibrant market along the Tarn River in Albi, where you can sample local flavors and crafts.
Accommodation: Family-friendly hotels and guesthouses are available in Albi and along the route, many with secure bike storage.
Cycling Routes: The route is well-marked, with gentle gradients suitable for families. For a shorter ride, consider a 3-4 day option to Cordes-sur-Ciel, another stunning medieval village. See our B07-plus package.

Albi is more than a destination—it’s an experience that seamlessly combines cycling, culture, and history for a truly memorable family adventure.

You will be cycling daily 35 km average through the friendly Valley of the Tarn.
In Albi and Millau you will stay in a BnB Hotel.

Find here for some pictures of your tour in Tarn Valley.

For all details of a moderate version of this cycling tour in Tarn valley you go to Moderate B08 tours.

Planning a tour with us

Duration	Stages	Pricing

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B08 Light-plus-2027 Rates Bags transfers included in basic rate. Basic rate: in p.p. double room sharing.
B08L-plus-2027	BnB	Dinners	Basic Rate MS	Basic rate Suppl. HS	single room Supplement	Solo All-in	Bike rent	e-Bike rent
B08Light-plus6d	5	3	970	8	223	1431	65	164
B08Light-plus7d	6	4	1181	9	252	1767	75	176
B08Light-plus8d	7	5	1407	10	303	2106	83	191
Booking a tour with La Ligne Verte
Extra night	BnB	Dinner	Price p.p. MS	Suppl. HS	single room Supplement	Solo extra night	Bike rent	e-Bike rent
Albi ** B&B Les Pasteliers-premium-terrasse=plus	Yes	No	59	1	45	99	14	32
St. Affrique ** Pont Neufpremium double/twin 160/2x80diner plus	Yes	Yes	94	3	53	143	14	32
St. Rome-de-Tarn auberge double HP	Yes	Yes	63	1	31	89	14	32
Brousse-le-Château /*	Yes	Yes	87	2	44	127	14	32
Take-away lunches are not included. You can order them at the hotel or the host the evening before departure. Supplement twin rooms (with 2 beds): 3 per night per person. Solo all-in: Supplement single room included, bike rental not included. With e-bike rental the tour does not start in Albi but in Gaillac. Distances are the minimum distances you have to bike. The route descriptions will also provide longer tours for each day if you wish.

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Discount on basic rate p.p. for small groups and families
See terms and conditions of group discounts
Parties of 3 persons : 9 % p.p.
Parties of 4 persons : 13 % p.p.
Parties of 5 persons : 15 % p.p.
Parties of 6 and more: Contact us

Duration	Stages	Pricing

Program B08 light cycling holiday 6 - 11 day plus packages	6 days	7 days	8 days	10 days
Albi ** Hotel BnB, les Pasteliers Arrival day, no cycling.	day 1	day 1	day 1	day 1
Light: Villeneuve-sur-Tarn (pool) or Moderate: Plaisance * pool, Les Magnolias (With a Supplement).	day 2 Light 44 km or Moderate 54 km	day 2 Light 44 km or Moderate 54 km	day 2 Light 44 km or Moderate 54 km	day 2 Light 44 km or Moderate 54 km
Light St-Affrique or Moderate St-affrique ** (With a Supplement).	day 3 Light 52 km or Moderate 57 km	day 3 Light 52 km or Moderate 57 km	day 3 Light 52 km or Moderate 57 km	day 3 Light 52 km or Moderate 57 km
Light Loop from St-Affrique		day 4 47 or 53 km
Cornus			day 4 44 km	day 4 44 km
St. Rome-de-Tarn Auberge St-Rome **			day 5 50 km	day 5 50 km
Millau ***				day 6 40 km
Castelnau Pégayrols Rouviaguet Pool ***				day 6 54 km moderate
Brousse-le-Château**	day 4 34 km	day 5 54 km	day 6 54 km	Day 7 54 km
Albi ** BnB	day 5 58 km	day 6 58 km	day 7 58 km	day 9 58 km
End of the package after breakfast	day 6	day 7	day 8	day 10

2 Moderate versions of this Light Cycling Loop in Tarn Valley	B08 stnd Moderate Hilly packages	B08 plus Moderate Hilly packages

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Very light Cycling Holidays	Light Cycling Holidays	Moderate Cycling Tours	Challenging Cycling Tours