Rupert Parker embarks on a 7-day cycling journey along Eurovelo 3, exploring forests, farmland, and river valleys from France to Belgium.
On his route, he will discover châteaux, cathedrals, and cobbled squares, riding at a pace that allows him to soak in the European scenery, aided by an E-Bike.
The EuroVelo 3, known as La Scandibérique, stretches from Norway to Spain, tracing the path of medieval travellers.
The 300km section from Chantilly, near Paris, to Thuin, in Belgium, is one of the most captivating parts of the route.
Author's summary: Explore Europe's scenic landscapes on a 7-day cycling trip.