Comfort and services for cyclists
The Gîte des Fans, labeled Accueil Vélo, is located on several departmental cycling loops and above Cycles des Fans, offering cyclist travelers all the necessary infrastructure for a refreshing break. Bike wash, secure space for storing bikes, self-service micro-grocery store, mechanical workshop: everything is planned to facilitate your stay at the Gîte des Fans with the little queen.
Our services
Bike rental
Rent your bike on site and set off to discover the Ardèche landscapes in complete freedom. Book in advance to guarantee your equipment and fully enjoy your adventures on two wheels.
Guided outings
Go on guided outings with our qualified instructors to discover the landscapes, artisans and local producers. Suitable for all levels, these routes will offer you an authentic immersion in the region's heritage.
Bike Workshop
Our workshop at Cycles des Fans is here to help you out if you need it. A small problem? We help you get your bike back in shape so you can set off again with peace of mind.
Recommended Routes
Discover the most beautiful routes in the region thanks to our itineraries specially designed for cycling enthusiasts. Each route is selected to offer you a unique experience, adapted to your desires and your level.
Bilingual Hosts 🇬🇧🇫🇷
Our hosts are fluent in English and French, ensuring a warm welcome and smooth communication. Whether you are a French or English speaker, you will immediately feel at ease.
“Taste the Ardèche” Picnics
The Restaurant "Chez Mag" in Lamastre offers picnic baskets filled with authentic Ardèche products. Book in advance to enjoy these local delicacies during your outings in the great outdoors.
Contact: 04 75 06 76 43
Baggage transport
Travel light and with peace of mind thanks to our luggage transport partner, Taxi de L’Ormèze. Fabrice Bruchon takes care of everything so that you can fully enjoy your adventure without worrying about your belongings.
Contact: 06 33 37 00 29
Secure bicycle storage
A closed and secure room is at your disposal to store your bikes. We can lend you a workshop stand for your small repairs, as well as a hose to clean them after each outing. Sockets are also available to recharge your batteries.
An idea for an electric bike route starting from the Gîte des Fans
We offer you an EAB route, "Villating lands, loaded with history", specially designed by the Ardèche Tourist Development Agency, starting from the Gîte des Fans. You will start by joining Châteauneuf de Vernoux, then continue towards Boffres, a hilltop village offering a 360-degree view. Along the way, you can admire the remains of an old feudal castle as well as several castles and bourgeois houses. Then, head towards Alboussière, to discover the emblematic roads of the Ardéchoise, before returning to the starting point.
This route is easily downloadable to your phone, and you can find other route inspirations directly at the Gîte des Fans as well as on the following sites:
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Ardèche by Bike
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Soft ways
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The Great Ardèche Mountain Bike Crossing
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The ViaRhôna
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The Ardéchoise
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The bicycle portal in France (Accueil Vélo)
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Departmental VAE loop
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Picnic: Taste the Ardèche