Happy to hear that you find inspiration in my articles Katie, yow are going to love bike touring once you first experience it. Why not plan something for this summer on EuroVelo 6 (the rivers route), it's an easy route good for a beginner. When you click on an EuroVelo 6 link in my article will take you to EuroVelo 6 official route website. Discover EuroVelo!
RE: EuroVelo 6 - France, Sancerre to Gien 74 km