Cobbles and Corks

In August 2011, my wife Laura, my son Alex and I moved back to my home town of Trois Epis in the Alsace region of France.  We had been living in Telluride, Colorado for the past 20 years where I own a small catering and private chef business, Bertrand's Catering, and my wife has been in the hotel and hospitality business.

My family still lives in Trois Epis, and with my family, my wife and I have been organizing and guiding bicycle trips through Alsace. Having been born and raised in Alsace, I have extensive knowledge of this area and it is the one of best regions of France for cycling.

There are unlimited rides for all levels of cyclists. There is everything from rolling hills to arduous climbs, perfectly flat country roads in the farm lands and bicycle paths through the rolling vineyards. The scenery is beautiful and unique. Rides will take you through lush forests, past World War I battlefields and through the maze like streets of medieval villages. We even have a day on our itinerary where we ride into Germany for a change of pace. And, of course, the cuisine and wine in Alsace are world renowned.

Cobbles and Corks cycling is not offering your usual cycling tour. You will enjoy riding in small groups with a born and raised Alsacian (and his wife who has been accompanying him on frequent trips to the region for 15+ years) who knows the tricks, the tales and the ins and outs of the region. My family and I are truly passionate about Alsace and look forward to sharing its rich culture and great riding with you!

Bertrand Marchal