Every summer, between June and September, take the train with your bike along the Loire Valley by bike!
"Train Vélo Loire" : a train for cyclists along the Loire Valley
This train serves several towns on the La Loire à Vélo itinerary, and has specially equipped spaces for bicycles. You can take your bike on board free of charge. From May to September 29, 2024, its services will be reinforced.
⚠️ Starting June 8 : Reservation required - see details
Increased capacity for cyclists
In 2024, from May to September inclusive, the Train Loire à Vélo will accommodate more bikes per train:
- From May 1 to June 7 (weekends & public holidays only) and from September 23 to 29: a minimum of 33 self-access bicycle spaces, distributed throughout the train.
- From June 8 to September 22: up to 50 bicycle spaces, including :
- 33 self-access bicycle spaces per train set, distributed throughout the train.
- an accompanied area for 17 bikes, with an agent to help with boarding and disembarking. This area can be identified by the "Train Loire à Vélo" signage visible on the platform, and is particularly suited to passengers with atypical bikes (tandems/trailers). It is accessible free of charge, subject to reservation.
How to board your bike on the trains "Train Vélo Loire"
- You must have your usual ticket.
- Arrive early to allow time to position yourself on the platform.
- You are responsible for your luggage. Your panniers must be detached from your bike during the journey.
- What you need to know before boarding: see the infographic dedicated to the Loire à Vélo train.
« Train Loire à Vélo » train stations :
This line serves the stations of : Orléans, Blois, Saint Pierre-des-Corps, Tours, Saumur, Angers, Ancenis, Nantes, Saint-Nazaire, La Baule, Pornichet, Le Croisic.
Service dates 2024 :
- All year round: up to 33 bicycle spaces
- Summer period: 33 free spaces and 17 with loading/unloading assistance
- 3 daily return trips Monday to Friday between Orléans and Nantes
- 2 return trips at weekends between Orléans and Le Croisic
| Period | Dates 2024 |
| Low season | January 1 to March 30, 2024 September 30 to December 31, 2024 |
| Mid season | May 1 to June 7, 2024 |
| High season | June 8 to September 22, 2024 |
| Mid season | September 23 to September 29, 2024 |
Train Loire à Vélo in video :
Ressources :
This service is fully funded by the Centre-Val de Loire and Pays de la Loire regions.
