Only 19 miles long and three miles wide, Île de Ré, the so-called white island, is one of France’s loveliest summer secrets. With its flat landscape and stunning scenery, this isle on France's west coast is a biker’s paradise and an idyllic escape from the bustle of Paris (a three-hour train ride from the capital brings you to La Rochelle, from which it’s a 45-minute drive to Île de Ré). We’ve rounded up our top five tips for enjoying your time on this sun-kissed islet where the simple pleasures...
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