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Embark on a five-day cycling odyssey from Paris to Cologne through picturesque landscapes and rich historical sites. Starting in Paris, the journey winds through Compiegne’s ChΓ’teau de Pierrefonds and arrives in St. Quentin with its Basilique Saint-Quentin. Day two leads through Cambrai’s Gothic cathedral to Roubaix, famed for its industrial heritage and the iconic Velodrome. Crossing into Belgium on day three, discover Tournai’s Notre Dame Cathedral before reaching Brussels’ Grand Place and Manneken Pis. Day four explores Namur’s Citadel en route to LiΓ¨ge, known for its market squares and Santiago Calatrava’s LiΓ¨ge-Guillemins station. The final day traverses the Ardennes to Aachen, culminating in Cologne’s magnificent Cologne Cathedral. This journey not only celebrates natural beauty and architectural marvels but also immerses cyclists in the cultural tapestry of France, Belgium, and Germany, promising unforgettable memories of European charm and history.