Bikepacking & Touring New
Guide to long-distance bicycle travel covering gear, route planning, and multi-day expeditions.
What is the EuroVelo network?
EuroVelo is a continent-spanning network of long-distance cycling routes designed for both touring cyclists and everyday local riders. Only routes officially approved by the European Cyclists' Federation can carry the EuroVelo name.
"EuroVelo is a network of 17 long-distance cycle routes that cross and connect Europe. The routes can be used by long-distance cycle tourists, as well as by local people making daily journeys. Only routes approved by the European Cyclists' Federation can be called EuroVelo."
What is the EuroVelo network?
What advice is available for first-time long-distance cycling trip planners?
Planning a long-distance cycling tour for the first time can feel overwhelming. EuroVelo acknowledges this challenge and offers structured guidance to help new tourers organise their trips along established routes with confidence.
"When planning a cycling trip, especially for the first time, you can sometimes feel a bit lost. We're here to help!"
What advice is available for first-time long-distance cycling trip planners?
Can cyclists download GPX tracks for EuroVelo routes to use on navigation apps?
Yes. EuroVelo has made it significantly easier for cyclists to use GPX tracks on popular navigation apps. Riders can now download an entire route as a single continuous GPX file directly from the EuroVelo Route Planner.
"We've made it much easier to use EuroVelo GPX tracks on most navigation apps. With this new feature on the EuroVelo Route Planner, you can download your entire route as a single, continuous GPX track."
Can cyclists download GPX tracks for EuroVelo routes to use on navigation apps?
What is the EuroVelo Route Planner and what is it designed to do?
The EuroVelo Route Planner is a dedicated online tool designed to help cyclists organise future touring trips along EuroVelo routes. It was developed in response to demand from the cycling community for easier, integrated trip planning.
"You dreamt of it and we did, too – here is the brand-new EuroVelo Route Planner to help you organise your future cycling trips along EuroVelo routes."
What is the EuroVelo Route Planner and what is it designed to do?
What are cycling-friendly labels and how do they help bike tourers?
Cycling-friendly labels are certifications that help touring cyclists identify accommodation, cafés, and services that cater specifically to their needs. They act as reliable markers of quality and hospitality for cyclists on the road.
"Experienced cyclists may already be familiar with some cycling-friendly labels – or perhaps you have spotted one of their stickers at your favourite cycling café without knowing exactly what it means!"
What are cycling-friendly labels and how do they help bike tourers?
Has the EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast Route been recently extended?
Yes. The EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast Route has been extended into Galicia, Spain, running from Tui on the Portuguese border all the way to Cape Fisterra, adding scenic coastal Galician landscapes to one of Europe's most iconic cycling routes.
"The European Cyclists' Federation announces the extension of EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route in Galicia, Spain from Tui on the Portuguese border to Cape Fisterra. The route now connects with EuroVelo 3 – Pilgrims Route through scenic Galician coastal landscapes."
Has the EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast Route been recently extended?