Tour de France on foot

Following the long-distance hiking trails (GR®)

Starting from Reims, the city of coronations, this 10,705 km tour of France begins on the Via Francigena, a medieval link to the peaks of the GR®5. From the mineral Alps to the Via Aurelia, marked by Roman ruins, the route then plunges into the rugged wilderness of the Pyrenees via the iconic GR®10. The journey north follows the Via Turonensis, a major artery of the Camino de Santiago, before embracing the granite ridges of the Breton GR®34. Between the moors of the GR®223 and the vertiginous chalk cliffs of the GR®21, hikers brave the sea spray to the northern dunes of the GR®120. This ribbon of trails weaves a rare ecological mosaic, connecting snow-capped peaks and rugged coastlines. Throughout this journey, centuries of architecture and biodiversity unfold at the contemplative pace of walking.

Overview of the landscapes crossed during the Tour de France on foot via GR trails

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Global route of the Tour de France on foot on IGN map

View of a steep coastal path bordering the sea, a typical stage of the Tour de France on foot

Wild mountainous landscape with rocky cliffs, crossed by the GR trails

Lush green valley and rolling hills offering a mid-mountain panorama

Dense and shaded forest path, illustrating the diversity of French ecosystems

Vast expanse of moors and heather under a cloudy sky, typical of isolated regions

Altimetric profile and elevation graph of the Tour de France on foot route

Distance: 10,705 km, Maximum elevation: 2,762 m, Minimum elevation: 0 m, Total elevation gain: 180,466 m

Termignon (Val Cenis): Refuge-Bellecombe Inn, Mr. Jacquemmoz, 04 79 56 32 70, 06 82 24 18 17, Email, Instagram, Facebook

Authentic and comfortable family mountain refuge, located in the heart of the Vanoise National Park at an altitude of 2,350 m. Home cooking over a wood fire using local products. Rooms for 2, 4 and 6 people, capacity of 30 beds. Open from June to September by reservation. Half-board option and packed lunch available upon request.

Exterior view of the Refuge-Bellecombe Inn in Termignon in its mountainous environment

Cozy interior and warm dining room of the Bellecombe Inn

Overview of the comfortable dormitories and beds for hikers

Homemade dishes cooked over a wood fire with local products at the refuge

Panoramic terrace of the Bellecombe refuge offering a view of the Vanoise National Park

Coat Carrec (Argol): The Halte of Coat Carrec Guesthouse, 09 70 92 29 15, 06 28 06 87 10, Email

La Halte de Coat Carrec is a former stable located in a small hamlet, along the tour of the Crozon peninsula route, a stone's throw from the Aulne maritime and the Monts d'Arrée. We have created guest rooms where we welcome you all year round. La Halte de Coat Carrec is a house entirely dedicated to its guests.

Exterior facade of La Halte de Coat Carrec, a renovated former stable in Argol

Overview of a bright and welcoming guest room at La Halte de Coat Carrec

Modern and functional bathroom reserved for guests

Friendly dining area for breakfasts and table d'hôtes meals

Peaceful and green garden at La Halte de Coat Carrec in Argol

Céaux: Les Bruyères du Mont Guest House, Mr. Campain, 06 58 84 71 51

In the bay of Mont St Michel, near the GR®22, GR®223 and the Véloscénie trail. Comfort, calm, large garden, neat and warm welcome, kitchen area. Accueil Vélo label. Hearty and homemade breakfasts. Packed meals for the evening and picnic basket available to order.

Charming exterior of Les Bruyères du Mont Guest House in Céaux

Spacious and comfortable room prepared for hikers

Another view of a guest house room with careful decoration

Hearty breakfast table filled with homemade products

Large wooded garden ideal for relaxing after a hiking stage

Groffliers: Camping caravaning de la Mollière ***, Mr. Limantour, 03 21 84 40 46, Facebook, Instagram, Email

Located in the heart of the Authie Bay, the smaller sister of the Somme Bay, Camping de la Mollière offers accommodation or short-stay pitches (limited number) in a family-friendly setting along your hiking route. Overnight stays are possible depending on the season and availability. See you soon! ;-)

Entrance and reception of the Camping caravaning de la Mollière in Groffliers

Green pitches reserved for holidaymakers' tents and caravans

Overview of the comfortable mobile homes available for rent

Leisure facilities and family playgrounds within the campsite

Natural and landscaped environment of the Authie Bay around the campsite

Accommodation or business, on or near a GR®, make yourself known to hikers on GR-INFOS

To register, please send me by email the following information: your address, your phone number, the link to your website, a brief description of your establishment, as well as 5 beautiful photos. See examples here

Registration price (French-English): 35€/1 year, 50€/2 years or 100€/5 years per GR®. Renewable.

It is highly recommended to follow the trail markers all along your hike and to bring the FFRandonnée topo-guide. You will also find useful information on MonGR.fr.

^® GR®, PR®, GRP® markings and signs (white/red, yellow, and yellow/red) are registered trademarks of the French Hiking Federation. They may not be reproduced without permission. The FFRandonnée, recognized as a public utility, brings together associations that create and maintain these hiking trails on the GR® GRP® PR routes. It publishes guidebooks for these hiking trails. With your donations, support the actions of thousands of volunteer trail markers from the FFRandonnée.

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier river, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.