The best spots for a motorcycle weekend from Paris

When we live in Paris, we all dream of the same moment: turning off the city's engine, turning the ignition key on a motorcycle, and setting off, helmet on, towards freedom.
Good news: it's now possible in just a few minutes thanks to Good Motors, the 24/7 self-service motorcycle rental service.

No need for an agency, no waiting, no paperwork: you book your bike online, pick it up at Gare Montparnasse or Gare du Nord, and hit the road.
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Whether you're looking for a weekend of nature, gastronomy or adrenalin, here are 7 ideas for must-see motorcycle destinations from Paris, tested and approved by Good Motors riders.

1. Vallée de Chevreuse, the indestructible classic

This is the "school" ride for motorcyclists in the Paris region. Less than an hour from Paris, the Vallée de Chevreuse is a jewel of curves, wooded roads and picturesque villages.

🗺️ Recommended itinerary

From Gare Montparnasse, take the N118 towards Bièvres, then Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, Dampierre and Cernay-la-Ville.
The D91 and D24 departmental roads are absolute references for motorcyclists.

☕ Biker break

Stop off at La Terrasse de Dampierre, the legendary café where bikers meet up every weekend.

🏍️ Motorcycles recommended

The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, perfect for smooth turns and a relaxed riding position.

2. Fontainebleau, between forest, castle and curves

Just 70 km south of Paris, Fontainebleau offers the perfect blend of royal heritage and immense forest criss-crossed by pine-lined roads.

🗺️ Itinerary

Take the A6 south, exit at Milly-la-Forêt and continue on the winding roads of the Gâtinais.
Possible loop: Milly-la-Forêt → Barbizon → Fontainebleau → Nemours.

💡 Not to be missed

• Lunch break in Barbizon, the painters' village
• Château de Fontainebleau Tower
• A walk in the Forêt des Trois Pignons

🏍️ Motorcycles recommended

Honda NX500 or Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, for their comfort and agility in the forest.

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3. The Normandy coast, Deauville, Honfleur and Étretat

Fancy a whiff of the sea? Head for the sea.
A 2h30 drive from Paris takes you to the Normandy coast and its mythical cliffs.

🗺️ Itinerary

Leave Paris on the A13, then branch off to Pont-l'Évêque and Deauville.
Continue to Honfleur, then push on to Étretat on the D940 - one of France's most beautiful coastal roads.

📸 To do

• Coffee on Honfleur harbour
• The cliffs of Étretat at sunset
• A stroll through the narrow streets of Trouville

🏍️ Motorcycles recommended

Honda NX500 or Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, ideal for two-up riding in comfort.

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4. The Perche, nature, calm and authenticity

Just 2 hours from Paris, the Parc naturel du Perche is a paradise for lovers of back roads and small villages forgotten by time.

🗺️ Itinerary

Follow the N12 towards Dreux, then on to Nogent-le-Rotrou and Bellême.
The roads are rolling, lined with forests and ancient manor houses.

💡 Recommended stops

• Bellême, one of France's most beautiful villages
• Mortagne-au-Perche for its local gastronomy
• The Réno-Valdieu forest, sublime at sunrise

🏍️ Motorcycles recommended

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, flexible and perfect for the long curves of the Perche region.

5. Champagne, bubbles and bends

The Route du Champagne is the ideal road trip for combining driving pleasure with gastronomic discoveries.
The roads between Reims and Épernay wind through vineyards and offer breathtaking panoramas.

🗺️ Itinerary

Paris → Château-Thierry → Épernay → Reims → Soissons.
You can even spend the night in Hautvillers, birthplace of Dom Pérignon.

💡 To do

• Tasting (without excess!) in the Moët & Chandon cellars
• Photo stop on the Montagne de Reims
• Dinner at a local bikers' inn

🏍️ Motorcycles recommended

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, long-distance comfort guaranteed.

6. Sologne, forests, ponds and secret roads

Between Orléans and Romorantin, Sologne is a little-known region, yet perfect for a quiet motorcycle weekend.
Here, the roads wind through forests, lakes and ancient villages.

🗺️ Itinerary

Paris → Orléans → Lamotte-Beuvron → Romorantin → Chambord.
The D923 and D2020 roads are a treat for lovers of flowing curves.

💡 An essential break

A photo stop in front of the Château de Chambord before heading back to Paris.

🏍️ Motorcycles recommended

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, perfect for forest roads.

7. Burgundy, gastronomy and heritage

For the more motivated, Burgundy is well worth an extended weekend.
From Chablis to Beaune, you'll discover classified villages, exceptional wines and rolling roads as far as the eye can see.

🗺️ Itinerary

Paris → Auxerre → Chablis → Beaune.
Return loop possible via Dijon and A6.

💡 To do

• Tasting in Chablis (always in moderation 😉 )
• Visit to the Hospices de Beaune
• Motorcycle bivouac around the vineyards

🏍️ Motorcycles recommended

Honda NX500 or Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, for long-lasting pleasure.

Pre-departure advice

Before you pack your bag:
✅ Book your bike in advance 🔗 https://goodmotors.agency/
✅ Check your license (A1, A2 or A)
✅ Plan your return, or choose the One Way option if you want to stop elsewhere

Good Motors motorcycles are available in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Nice, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Montpellier, Avignon, Aix and Biarritz.

Conclusion

Riding from Paris for a weekend means rediscovering France from another angle.
From the curves of Chevreuse to the cliffs of Étretat, each direction offers a new adventure.

With Good Motors, everything's ready to go: you book online, pick up your bike from the self-service center and head off to your next destination, stress-free, agency-free, unencumbered.

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