Collection of france | Planet Ride

Planet Ride has a new look: explore our new travel experience

The Planet Ride spirit Create your roadtrip 01 86 76 71 00

france

Travel blog selection: 10 inspiring reads (2026)

10 travel blogs that fuel your next roadtrip: family world tours, motorbike culture, documentary travel, and photography craft. A curated 2026 reading list with direct links, plus a rider’s pacing tip to turn inspiration into safer days on the road and a short FAQ for planning when seasons, permits, and network coverage matter most. Ideal before you book anything—just to find your angle and go.

france

The Most Beautiful Road of the Week: France’s Route Napoléon (RN85)

Ride Route Napoléon, France’s legendary RN85 from Golfe-Juan to Grenoble. Around 300 km of flowing bends, historic stops (Grasse, Castellane, Gap, Laffrey) and practical 2026 planning tips. Best enjoyed as a 2-day road trip in France to keep the pace safe, the stops meaningful, and the riding pleasure intact.

france, Django Adventure

Peugeot revives scooter roadtrip culture with the legendary Django

A scooter roadtrip is a different rhythm—lighter, closer to the road, and surprisingly capable. From the 1956 Saigon–Paris feat on Peugeot S57s to the modern Django Adventure tribute, this piece revisits the Django heritage, what makes the Peugeot Django special, and six on-the-road vignettes with real travel habits. Finish with a tight FAQ to plan your own ride.

france

Motorcycle trip planning: Venturide world tour

Venturide: a 12‑month motorcycle world tour (Jean Malissard)

france

Get €10 of co-motoring rides with MaPool x Planet Ride

Skip Paris traffic without owning a scooter. Discover MaPool’s co-motoring concept—ride as a passenger on 125cc+ bikes, pay what you want in-app, and rely on rated riders plus provided gear (helmet, gloves, rain suit). Planet Ride readers can join the €10 rides giveaway by filling the form and sharing the campaign post. Check current availability and rules before you book.

france

Responsible motorized roadtrip: Planet Ride joins ATD

Planet Ride joins ATD to prove a responsible motorized roadtrip is possible: curated local partners, a clear Quality Charter, and concrete 2026 travel habits (offline maps, eSIMs, smarter pacing, earlier reservations, tighter rules in sensitive areas). Discover three on-the-ground partner stories—from Mauritania to the Philippines—and the Planet Ride method that favors local value, respect, and reliable logistics.

france

Mixing Passions on the Road: Harley-Davidson & BMX

A BMX pro, a Harley Dyna Fat Boy, and one simple idea: build a roadtrip moto around concrete bowls and real miles. Follow a 3,000 km route through France and Spain—Paris to Marseille via the Atlantic, Basque country, and the Bardenas Reales—plus rider-level advice on pacing long days and securing oversized gear. Includes Planet Ride trip options via product blocks.

france

Motorcycle Events Calendar 2017: Planet Ride's Expert Guide

Discover Planet Ride's expert roundup of the key motorcycle events that shaped 2017: the Dakar stages across Paraguay, Bolivia and Argentina; the Enduropale du Touquet; Le Mans 24 Heures and the French MotoGP; and the major European shows (note: EICMA was Milan's 2017 highlight). This guide explains what made each event special, practical logistics for riders, and how to combine race attendance with unforgettable touring routes. Learn booking tips, luggage and spares advice, and how Planet Ride can organise a bespoke trip so you experience both the spectacle and the best roads nearby. Check official organisers for current dates before planning.

france

Roadtrip moto: The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride

Dress sharp, ride classic, raise money. The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride brings thousands of riders together in 500+ cities for a stylish charity parade supporting men’s health. In Paris, the route ran about 50 km to a château in the Yvelines—short, structured, and built for camaraderie. Learn the vibe, the basics, and how to register for next year.

france

Pokémon GO travel: Planet Ride’s “conspiracy”

A playful investigation into the “Poké-tourism” wave: why Planet Ride’s new routes looked suspiciously well-timed, and three destinations tied to rare “sightings” (Costa Rica, Australia, Madagascar). Plus a practical mini-guide to keep the ride safe and enjoyable—offline maps, phone protection, pacing breaks, and what to verify for 2026 before you go.

france

Ben’s Motorcycle Tour de France: 5 Stops That Still Echo

After a tough 2016 layoff, Ben swapped his guitar for a Mash 400cc and rode a three-week loop around France. Instead of a strict itinerary, he came back with five places that still echo: Lake Paladru’s turquoise calm, Vosges dawn at Col de la Schlucht, the hypnotic straights of the Landes, foggy Pyrenean climbs at Col d’Elhursaro, and the wind-swept silence of Étang de Soulcem—plus a rider tip and mini-FAQ.

france

Planet Ride at Mahana Lyon: meet the roadtrip specialists

Motorcycle roadtrip planning at Mahana Lyon 2026: meet Planet Ride, validate routes, logistics and timing, and leave with a buildable itinerary.

Installment payments with no fees

A team based in France

Trips insured by our Gritchen partner

A sustainable tourism player

Newsletter

Don't miss the next event dates in your area