Which apps to download for your cycling trip along La Flow Vélo?

Loopi: an essential tool for organizing your cycling trip

A travelling companion that can make each route more captivating, this tool will guide you along safe paths the whole length of your trip. It can also help you find your way and prepare and tailor your cycling holiday, bringing together all the services you might need to organize your trip. Calculating intermodal journeys and measuring your carbon footprint, Loopi provides an optimal experience thanks to its free mobile app, available on iOS or Android devices.

Polarstep: sharing your experience, creating unforgettable memories

This state-of-the-art travel app allows those close to you to follow you on your journey. They can follow your progress step by step, or rather, practically each turn of the wheels, admiring your adventurous spirit! As you ride along, you can add photos and thoughts on each stage. In effect, you’re providing friends and family with an interactive postcard, so that your La Flow Vélo adventure leaves an indelible impression!

For further information: https://www.polarsteps.com/

Cycling Heroes, for an additional push to keep motivated as you cycle along

To encourage you to add on the kilometres with even more enthusiasm, Cycling Heroes is an app that rewards you according to the distance you’ve covered. The number of kilometres you achieve is transformed into points… that can be converted into a reward. So, you might win gifts, thanks to the app’s partners, that include major brands, especially in the world of cycling.

For further information: https://fr.cyclingheroes.com/fr/

Cyclemeter, to follow your cycling exploits via a few data indicators 

Time, speed, calories burnt… this tool enables you to measure your performance. It provides a good way of evaluating your cycling adventure using certain key data.

Be it for a few hours’ cycling or a few days, take on the challenges presented by a cycle route!

For further information: https://cyclemeter.com/fr/

Windfinder, to cycle along with the wind behind you! 

It’s well known that the enemy of the cycling tourist, however well equipped and seasoned they may be, is bad weather, and wind in particular. Wind direction is of particular importance; it’s much more pleasant to ride along with the wind behind you, rather than against the wind. This app enables cyclists to benefit from localized weather forecasts, and to view the wind direction according to specific times of day. This tool can prove very practical, for example to decide when to take your breaks. And if the wind changes to an adverse direction, you might make the most of your knowledge to find an indoor activity to enjoy for a while, for example a local museum…