- 6 days cycling
- 29,500 feet+ vertical climbing
- 9+ mountain passes (Hors Category and Category 1 climbs!)
- 300 miles+ (average of 58 miles/day)
- The successive line-up of amazing Tour de France climbs: Col de Mente, Port de Bales, Col de Peyresourde, Col d’Aspin, Col du Tourmalet, Col du Solour, the beautiful Col d’Aubisque and more!
Located in southwestern France stretching the entire northern border of Spain, is a range of mythical mountains known as the Pyrenees. Home to a strong mountain culture and slow rural roads, the Pyrenees are a famous mecca for cyclists the world over. This unforgettable trip starts in Bagneres-du-Luchon, a thermal spa village in the heart of the central Pyrenees. It’s also the junction for several famous Tour de France climbs including the Peyresourde, Portillon, Col de Mente, Portet d’Aspet and the Port de Bales.
Basing ourselves for two days and two nights in each lush river valley, you’ll have plenty of time to ride and still explore the mountain hamlets and friendly locals nestled between some of the most beautiful mountains in the world. We’ll stay in our favorite charming hotels and mountain auberges where the local Pyrenean style and food is rich and authentic.
The Ride Strong Style
This trip is part of Ride Strong Bike Tours climbing based series of tours. It’s designed for riders who like to challenge their bodies on the hills. Non-cyclists are welcome to accompany their significant others and enjoy the villages, French food and great outdoors. This trip is fully-supported with experienced guides, SAG vehicle, route instructions and much more!
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