A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex
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A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex

★ 4.9 · 35 reviews⏱ 3 hours📍 France

About this tour

Ride a Solex, the iconic French motorised bike of the 1960s, through the Vaucluse countryside near Beaumes-de-Venise. This three-hour tour putters you past Muscat vineyards and between the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux at a leisurely 25 kph, giving genuine time to absorb the Provençal landscape. Stop to hear local stories, then finish with a cellar wine tasting in the village.

Highlights

  • Pilot a vintage 60s Solex through rural Provençal lanes
  • Cruise past Muscat vines in their home region
  • Views of Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux
  • Guided commentary on area history and vineyard culture
  • Tastings at a local village cellar

What to expect

You'll meet your guide in Beaumes-de-Venise, get fitted with a helmet, gloves and hairnet, then mount your Solex for a gently paced exploration of backroads. The moped's modest speed—never exceeding 25 kph—means you're actually present in the landscape rather than rushing through it. Expect a handful of stops for views and local context. The route winds through working vineyards and past stone villages. You'll finish at a cellar where several regional wines await tasting (payable on arrival).

Good to know

Minimum age 18; drivers born after 1988 must carry a valid licence. Not suitable if pregnant, with spinal issues, or cardiovascular concerns. Moderate fitness required. Groups run 2–6 people; maximum 105 kg per rider. Wine tasting costs €5 per person, paid directly at the cellar.

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