Accueil Vélo©: a guarantee of quality for cyclists
Le Pays des Achards is part of the dynamics of the Vendée, which develops cycle tourism through the national brand Home Bike©. This label guarantees cyclists a reception and adapted services throughout their journey, whether for a bike ride, a cycle route for several days or a simple family outing.
Why choose a Accueil Vélo© establishment?
Certified professionals Home Bike© commit to offering practical services and adapted to the needs of roaming cyclists.
- A trusted landmark : The green cyclist logo makes it easy to identify certified establishments.
- Guaranteed quality : It reassures travelers, especially foreigners, about the quality of the services offered.
- A strategic access : Establishments must be located less than 5 km of cycle route (road, mountain bike or marked local loop).
- An international network : This label is part of a recognized European network (Bett + Bike (D), Fietsers Welkom! (NL), Welcome Cyclists (Tch, HU), Bienvenue cyclistes! (QC)…).
- A commitment to sustainable tourism : this brand supports the development of cycle tourism in France, with the aim of making the country the World's leading cycling tourism destination by 2030.
A label that makes cycling easier and more enriching!
The Pays des Achards Tourist Office has the Accueil Vélo© label
Whether you are in cycling trip in Vendée or on a day trip, take a break at the Pays des Achards Tourist Office. Located near a marked cycle route, our space is designed to meet the needs of cyclists and bike hikers.
Our commitments to cyclists:
- A strategic location : Located less than 500m an cycle route, ideal for a stopover on your journey.
- A personalized welcome : Advice on circuits, weather, accommodation et Accueil Vélo© services nearby.
- Practical equipment : Repair kit, socket for recharging electrically assisted bicycles (EAB), GPS, tablets, …
- Secure parking : 2 closed boxes and 3 bicycle racks in the immediate vicinity
- Useful information : Location of water points, picnic areas and restaurants suitable for cyclists.
As labeled Accueil Vélo©, we support the bicycle tourism and encourage a more responsible tourism. So, stop by our place and enjoy a welcome designed just for you!
Access our Tourist Office from the cycle path
You wish to join a cycle route from our Tourist Office ? Follow the recommended route in red on the map below to access the track Vendee Cycling, who links Les Sables-d'Olonne, Brétignolles-sur-Mer et La Roche-sur-Yon.
The 3 Vendée Vélo routes
How to obtain the Accueil Vélo© mark?
You are a tourism professional and wish to join the network Home Bike© ? This label is open to several types of establishments:
- Tourist accommodation: hotels, campsites, lodges, guest houses, etc.
- Cycle rental companies
- Cycle repairers
- Tourist Offices
- Sites for visits and leisure
- Restaurants and food shops
The structure must meet several criteria according to a quality benchmark and must in particular be located less than 5 km from a departmental cycle route.
Your referent
Would you like additional information on setting up the Accueil Vélo brand or obtaining the label?
Contact Audrey Barotin at 02.51.05.90.49 or by email at contact@achards-tourisme.com
Why choose a Accueil Vélo©?
1 - For to be informed on the best route to get to your Accueil Vélo©
2 - For to be welcomed : you, your bike, your bags… Being able to easily contact your Accueil Vélo and be informed about what it offers and the other services you may need: repairers, rental companies, laundromats…Have documentation available on the offer of cycling routes and circuits of the territory as well as tourist documentation.
3 - Being able to park your bike for free on site or nearby thanks to hoops or a closed, secure and single-storey room. All Accueil Vélo© accommodations will provide you with this room.
4 - Being able to drop off your bags and luggage the duration of your break via a security service, lockers, and storage facilities (free or paid). This service may not be offered for security reasons, for example due to the Vigipirate system.
5 - Being able to recharge your phone, your GPS during the break.
6 - Being able to recharge your e-bike battery ; this service may not be offered for regulatory reasons in certain historic monuments for example.
7 - Have a complete repair kit available for minor damage: puncture repair material, standard set of keys, lubricant, foot pump and/or tell you the nearest repair shop.
Where can I find a bicycle rental and repair shop?
You can rent a bike (hybrid bike, mountain bike, electric or classic bike) at Camping Le Pin Parasol ***** at Chapelle-Hermier, at Camping Le Pavillon *** at Achards or even at Cycle of the Pickles. The latter also offers repair of your bike. You can read the page 'Practical services for cyclists' for more information.
Where can you eat near a cycle route?
Our region offers many dining options: local markets, producers, restaurants and food shops. You can consult our dedicated page here.
You can also check out our page 'Cycling and mountain biking routes' and, on each trail with the location map, you can click on the "Accommodation", "Where to eat" and "Practical" pictograms to see them appear near your route.
Where can you sleep near a cycle route?
You can find the list of accommodations labeled Accueil Vélo© on our dedicated page. These establishments offer services adapted to cyclists: secure premises, repair kit, energy menus and route advice. There is also a hut 'Hello Cabins' designed especially for the cyclists and itinerant hikers.
Our Accueil Vélo© certified service providers
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