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Bannau Brycheiniog, Wales Just south of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, BikePark Wales has over 40 mountain bike trails slaloming down 1,200 acres of forested hillside. T e park’s new ‘Ticket to Ride’, launched earlier this year to run in school holidays, includes bike and kit hire plus four hours on beginner-level runs. Beyond the park, families can try several other paths, such as the waterside Taff Trail from Brecon to Brynich Lock. bikeparkwales.com


Cycling level: BikePark Wales tracks cater for every level.


Lake Constance, Germany and Switzerland Dotted with lidos along its German and Swiss sections, the Lake Constance Cycle Path is suitable for young children and hauling toddlers along in bike trailers. It passes through idyllic lakeside towns against a backdrop of Alpine peaks; tour operator Freedom Treks off ers an itinerary from a single hotel base for maximum convenience. freedomtreks.co.uk lakeconstancecycling.com


In the saddle


Cycling holidays in the UK and Europe have never been easier for families, with trails to suit every ability from tots to teens. Words: Dom Tulett


Family adventures on two wheels make for a great holiday PHOTOGRAPH: GETTY


Cycling level: Beginner — cycle as far as you like each day, with ferry hops for added fun.


Ciro Trail, Balkans T is path follows the old railway from Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina all the way to Dubrovnik on the Croatian Adriatic coast. Old station buildings have been converted into cheap, bike-friendly guesthouses and cafes for pit-stops along the 98-mile trail, and kids will be thrilled by the tunnel sections. En route, there are plenty


Roman and medieval ruins to explore and sparkling rivers for refreshing dips. ciro-trail.com


Cycling level: Confi dent, with some gradients and a few off -road sections.


Van Gogh Cycle Route, Netherlands Nearly 150 years ago, the thatched- roof villages, nature reserves and fi elds in northeastern Netherlands’ Drenthe province caught the eye of Vincent van Gogh. Discover why on this new trail that highlights the region where he lived and worked, and passes by the real-life scenes painted by the artist. T e full route is made up of three loops of around 30 miles and is perfect for young cyclists, following fl at country lanes and canal paths. drenthe.nl


Cycling level: Beginner — quiet and gentle; a great intro to cycling breaks.


Atlantic Coast Route, Portugal Part of the continent-crossing EuroVelo network, the western end of the Atlantic Coast Route from Porto to Lisbon connects two fantastic and lively child-friendly cities. T is trail is an eight-day spin through one of Europe’s sunniest corners, skirting wide beaches, ragged coves and fi shing villages with fresh seafood. Tour operator Love Velo off ers a package, staying in three- star hotels en route. en.eurovelo.com lovevelo.co.uk


Cycling level: Intermediate — some hilly terrain calls for stronger riders.


First published in the June 2024 issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK). Read the feature in full at nationalgeographic.com/travel


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