Inspiration & stories

Family cycling inspiration

The reason that we first set up Cycle Sprog was to help other parents to start cycling with their young children.  We didn’t have any role models, and found it very difficult knowing how, where, when and what to do!

Over the years we’ve met loads of other cycling families, and we never fail to be inspired by what other Cycle Sprogs are up to.

We really hope that these articles will make you want to leap on your bikes and start pedalling – who knows where you’ll end up?

Family Cycling holiday along the RIver Danube

Family cycling holiday along the River Danube

Flying to Vienna and cycling along the River Danube to Budapest is a fabulous way to enjoy a family cycling holiday

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Family Cycling in the French Alps - the top of Col du Lautaret

Our family cycling holiday in the French Alps

I was sceptical – would the boys be capable of cycling in the French Alps? There’s only one way to find out…….

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Cycling in the French Alps to Briancon

Family cycling in the Alps – Les Alberts to Briançon

During the May Half Term we were lucky enough to go on a family cycling holiday to the French Alps. We stayed in a tiny village called Les Alberts, which is nestled at the foot of the Vallee de Claree, 10 minutes drive from the resort of Montgenevre and the Italian border. It’s in the Hautes-Alpes…

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What’s it like cycling with children in France?

How does family cycling in France differ from here in the UK? We asked expat mum of two Kate to explain

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Our family cycling holiday in the French Alps

Family cycling in the Alps – a fun downhill ride from Col du Lautaret to Briançon

Quite possibly one of the most stunning family bike rides we’ve ever been on (with no climbing but lots of downhill!)

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Family cycling in the Vallée de la Clarée, French Alps

Family cycling in the Vallée de la Clarée, French Alps

A family friendly cycle ride in an unspoilt valley in the southern French Alps

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