Cycling Collection by Tobias
EuroVelo 3 – A cycling pilgrimage from Norway to France
44 days
4-8 h/day
4,713km
26,100m
25,950m
I'd like to start with some important information: I researched this route using various sources in January 2021. In the meantime, the official route of EuroVelo 3 (at least in Norway) seems to have changed. Please take this into account. Here you can find current information about the route: en.eurovelo.com/ev3
At the beginning, you cycle on the Olav’s Way through lonely, rugged landscapes from Norway to Sweden. Next, the Oschen Way brings you across Denmark to the lowlands of North Germany. In Hamburg, you join the German Way of St. James before riding through Belgium on the Via Mosana and Via Monastica. The subsequent Via Thiérache soon becomes the Chemin d'Estelle which takes you to the heart of France – Paris. From there, you cycle on the Via Turonensis until just before the Pyrenees to the commune of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, where the Camino Francés begins.
The total distance of the EuroVelo 3 is almost 5,500 kilometres (3,417 miles) so I have divided it into two Collections to make the route easier to follow. This Collection takes you from Norway to just before the Spanish border. You can find the Camino Francés from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port here: komoot.de/collection/1080662
On your pilgrimage, you will make many unforgettable memories as you cross breathtaking landscapes shaped by incredibly different climate zones. Some days will take you to your physical limits while others will be relaxed rides along the banks of a river. Great views, wide plains, fascinating coasts and exciting cities await you. At the end of your journey, you will find it hard not to cycle the same route again.
This is a journey that you will remember for many years to come. The road may leave its mark on you as you undergo changes or help you to see the world from a different perspective than you did before. The motivation for your journey is irrelevant – whether religious, spiritual or educatative, whether you are looking for a challenge, or whether you want to find some peace and distance yourself from everyday life for a while.
The first part of the EuroVelo 3 totals 44 daily stages that vary in length from roughly 80 to 150 kilometres (50 to 93 miles) – depending on the difficulty rating and altitude difference. The stages are shorter at the beginning of the journey and become longer as you familiarise yourself with the route. As not everyone can or wants to do an average of over 100 kilometres (62 miles) per day, I’ve included additional information about overnight accommodation halfway through the day in all the stage descriptions. This lowers the daily average to just over 50 kilometres (31 miles), thus making the route also suitable for leisurely cyclists. E-bikes are also a good option for this adventure. Of course, you can cycle the entire pilgrimage route in one go, divide it into several parts, or split it across several holidays.
You can find accommodation at or near each stage destination and about halfway along the route. There is usually a selection, however, I recommend booking in advance. Nothing is nicer than the certainty of being able to stretch your tired legs in a comfy bed after a strenuous day riding. If you’re travelling with a tent, I’ve also included information on campsites near the stage destinations and halfway along the route, where possible.
Packing your luggage is also a bit of a challenge for the EuroVelo 3, especially if you’re riding the entire route in one go. While the temperatures in Norway can be quite icy, depending on the season, you will sweat much faster in southwestern Europe and need cooler clothing. In addition, you should always carry enough food and water with you on long journeys. In Scandinavia and Denmark, you often ride for hours through lonely landscapes with no possibilities to buy anything. In a few instances, you'll find no shopping facilities for one to two days.
Last but not least, one thing is certain – the EuroVelo 3 is a grandiose adventure that will certainly move more in you than just your legs. I wish you a "Buen Camino!".
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EuroVelo 3 – From Norway to France
4,147km
24,800m
24,780m
Last updated: November 18, 2024
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Activities
80.6km
06:01
1,050m
700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
80.6km
05:21
970m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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101km
06:17
960m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
63.2km
04:28
1,210m
1,120m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
95.0km
08:32
1,490m
1,530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
88.5km
05:49
670m
1,280m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
105km
06:25
610m
700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
84.9km
05:28
660m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
96.1km
06:02
680m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
88.1km
05:34
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
87.0km
05:22
710m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
173km
08:07
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
94.8km
06:38
520m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
112km
07:18
750m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
99.4km
06:22
670m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
95.3km
05:47
350m
410m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
105km
07:07
300m
320m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
116km
07:20
360m
380m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
93.7km
05:42
220m
210m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
102km
06:18
390m
350m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
105km
06:27
240m
250m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
106km
06:20
340m
310m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
99.7km
06:00
380m
380m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
110km
06:20
230m
270m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Collection Stats
Activities
44
Distance
4,713 km
Duration
293:41 h
Elevation
26,100 m
25,950 m
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