Spring (Apr–Jun)
Alsace , Cévennes , Provence
Mild, Alpine and Pyrenean passes sometimes still closed
Travel information France
When a motorcycle tour to France is worth it – and which region suits which time of year.
Best time to travel
Best time to travel in France
The Alps thrive in summer, Alsace, the Cévennes and Corsica ride better in spring and autumn.
Best season May to September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mär
- Apr
- Mai
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Okt
- Nov
- Dez
- Best time
- Good to ride
- Less suitable
The Grande Route des Alpes and the Pyrenean passes are usually snow-free from June to September. Alsace, the Cévennes and Corsica are more pleasant to ride in spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October), when it is cooler and less touristy.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Southern French Alps , Pyrenees
All Alpine passes open, Corsica and the Cévennes hot
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Corsica , Cévennes , Alsace
Steady riding conditions, less traffic
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Barely suitable
Alpine and Pyrenean passes closed
