Since you live in Virginia, you aren't far from trying something foreign...
go into Quebec ...there is whole bike route, protected from cars ...in the southern part of province from the Montreal area and east...Velo Quebec. http://www.velo.qc.ca/english/index.php The name of the system is Route Verte (Green Route). I believe 4,300 kms. total of all their bike routes.
Yes, you will hear alot more French there...and Montreal, Quebec City you would love, if have ever been curious about francophone culture.
I've cycled on the route and have cycled several times in both Monteral and Quebec City several times. Some cobblestone areas of the city..since areas date back to 1600's.
I turn 50 next yr. and haven't thought of a special experience yet.



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