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Avenue Verte: London to Paris by Bike

Cycle from the Thames in London to the Seine and Notre Dame in Paris along traffic-free paths and quiet roads. Along the way explore the beautiful South Downs, take the Newhaven – Dieppe ferry across the channel and choose between the gentle Normandy countryside (398km / 247 miles) and the picturesque Oise valley (462km / 287 miles). Approach Paris along the banks of the river Seine on traffic-free paths.This fully updated second edition from Sustrans includes maps, directions, alternative route options, what to see, accommodation and much more.Updates for the second edition include:- Mainly minor rural road detour east of the complicated official section through Horley and Crawley.- Spur route to Giverny (for Monet`s garden) and Vernon. – Shortcut through Paris, avoiding the official route through industrial northern Paris. – Totally updated mapping and directions and new, expanded accommodation listings. Many accommodation listings in France are now `Acceuil Velo` rated – or Cyclists Welcome – with guaranteed cycle storage and accreditation is indicated in the listings. – All new photos.