France - Bike tour on the Channel Islands from Saint Malo
Self-guided bike tour in the Channel Islands
This discovery by bike of these 3 islands is a total escape, only 1 hour of crossing from Saint Malo.
Jersey is discreetly charming like an Eden garden laid on the waves. Guernsey has kept its British origins as well as the steep paved streets of its capital. In the smallest island of Sark time stood still.
Day 1
Arrive in SAINT MALO early in the morning.
Embark for a short 1h10 ferry crossing to Jersey.
Installation at the hotel in the town center of Saint Hélier.
Take your bike at the rental shop and start to discover the rich history of the hinterland via the port, the wetland and the Faldouet Dolmen, the Martello Towers.37 km-23 miles- +470/-180m
Day 2
Jersey western part discovery with stunning views.
Saint Aubin port, 8km long Saint Ouen Bay, the Manor House and Gronez Castle.
33km or 50 km 20 or 31 miles - +350 m
Day 3
Saint-Aubin to Grève de Lecq
Discover the hinterland and the ancient pirate and smugglers Sanctuary.
This ride is punctuated with typical Manor Houses, thatched roof cottages and splendid views over the Continent.
35 km-21 miles - +365m/-150m
Day 4
Guernsey
Today in the morning take the boat to Guernsey (1 to 2 hours).Installation at the hotel in St-Peter-Port.
Depending on your arrival time ride a small or large loop on the Island towards the Jerbour tip from where you can enjoy a panoramic view over the Channel Islands and the French coastline in the distance. Night in St-Peter.
13 km –8 miles or 22 km-14 miles –
Day 5
Ride from St Peter at Pleinmont Point along the coastline .
Discover the Southern Coast of Guernsey and get back by the peaceful roads. Night in St-Peter.
36 km-21.5 miles + 320 m
Day 6
Walk to the pier to take the boat to Sark (50 mn) and spend the day in the wildest island of the archipelago.
Cars are forbidden on the island, the bike is therefore the best way to explore the island. Back to Guernesey to spend the night in St-Peter.
12 to 17 km - 7 to 10 miles
Day 7
Ride in the Northeastern part of the island - 26 km-16 miles
Free time in the morning to walk on the footsteps of Victor Hugo and back to Saint Malo in the afternoon.
The night in Saint Malo in possible
Included : (see details in Dates and Prices section)
3 and 2 star hotels -
Luggage transfer
An English road book and a map.
English speaking assistance for your reservation
Starts in : Saint Malo
Ends in : Saint Malo
Access : Saint Malo train station.TGV from Paris
Information : click on "ask for more information"
Phone Cecile : +33 5 58 48 71 65
Customize your tour : add or remove one night or more ; combine with another bike tour
See also :
Biking tour around Mount Saint Michel
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Highlights
Total change of scenery 1 h from Saint Malo
3* Accommodation carefully chosen
A discovery of the 3 islands