Rupert Parker embarks on a 7-day cycling journey along Eurovelo 3, exploring France and Belgium.
He will ride through forests, farmland, and river valleys, visiting châteaux, cathedrals, and cobbled squares at a leisurely pace, aided by an E-Bike.
The EuroVelo 3, known as La Scandibérique, stretches from Norway to Spain, tracing medieval travellers' footsteps.
The 300km section from Chantilly, near Paris, to Thuin, Belgium, is a captivating part of the route, with Accueil Vélo and Bienvenue Vélo accredited facilities along the way.
Author's summary: Cycling Eurovelo 3 from France to Belgium.