Pyrenees 2025
Discover the mythical mountain passes of the Pyrenees
DURATION
6 days / 5 nights
LEVEL
Cost
2.125 €
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MOST HIGHLIGHTS
- Cycle through the legendary passes of the Tour de France and discover the stunning peaks at the heart of the Pyrenees.
- Relax in luxury accommodation alongside cyclists who share your passion for the sport.
- Dine in the best restaurants the region has to offer.
- Experience some of the Tour de France’s most epic climbs – Col du Tourmalet, Hourquette d’Ancizan, Val Louron and Col d’Aspin, among others.
- Enjoy a professional-caliber cycling experience, complete with massages and bike mechanic service.
Welcome
Welcome to Loudenvielle! The big day is finally here. Check into your room, pick up your welcome pack, and prepare your bike and accessories for tomorrow. Your guide and support crew will walk you through the itinerary for your journey into the heart of the Pyrenees.
Meal(s):
Dinner
Destination(s):
Loudenvielle
Accommodation:
Chalet de Soos Loundenvielle
Peyresourde, Balès and Peyragudes
The only way to kick off this Pyrenees experience is with a climb out of Loudenvielle! The first pass is Col de Peyresourde, a steady ascent that can be done with relative ease. The descent to Bagnères-de-Luchon also has good asphalt and is not too complicated. After Bagnères, we’ll enjoy a nice flat stretch along the Pique river before heading to the most demanding pass of the day.
From Saléchan, we’ll turn off in the direction of Port de Balès – a pass that starts out easy but becomes more demanding as the kilometers go by, with the most difficult section at the end.
A fast and technical descent will take us back to Col de Peyresourde, where we’ll climb back up to summit Peyragudes, whose landing strip is immortalized in the classic James Bond film “Tomorrow Never Dies.” Once finished, we’ll descend to the chalet for a restorative massage before dining at a nearby fine restaurant.
Meal(s):
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destination(s):
Peyresourde, Bagnères-de-Luchon, Port de Balès and Peyragudes
Distance:
110 kilometers (68 miles)
Elevation gain: 2890 meters (9481 feet)
Accommodation:
Chalet de Soos
Aspin, Tourmalet and Hourquette D’Ancizan
This is perhaps the most legendary route of our tour. Warm up on favorable terrain as we head to the town of Arreau, which has seen the Tour de France pass through countless times. We’ll then start the climb to Col d’Aspin, which will be good preparation for the dreaded Col du Tourmalet. Refreshments await us at Sainte-Marie de Campan, before we tackle the Col du Tourmalet.
Once we accomplish our greatest challenge of the day, we’ll head back down to Sainte-Marie de Campan to enjoy a pizza before a final (but far more forgiving) climb. Hourquette d’Ancizan is not very difficult, but it will feel demanding at the end of such a full day. After we finish all three climbs, there’s still a bit of uphill terrain as we make our way back to Loudenvielle.
Meal(s):
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destination(s):
Aspin, Col du Tourmalet, Sainte-Marie de Campan and Hourquette d’Ancizan
Distance:
121 kilometers (75 miles)
Elevation gain: 3338 meters (10,950 feet)
Accommodation:
Chalet de Soos
Col du Portet, Pla d’Adet and Val Louron (Col d’Azet)
Our third route through the Pyrenees takes us to Saint-Lary-Soulan, where the beautiful Col de Portet begins. This pass is considered one of the hardest climbs in France, but its beauty more than compensates for the effort. On the descent we’ll turn off to climb the final section of Pla d’Adet, a ski resort where stages of the Tour de France often conclude. We’ll then return to Saint-Lary to enjoy lunch before tackling the last ascent of the Col d’Azet, bringing us to the ski resort of Val Louron. Our final descent will take us back to Loudenvielle.
Meal(s):
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destination(s):
Saint-Lary-Soulan, Col de Porte, Pla d’Adet, Col d’Azet and Val Louron
Distance:
83 kilometers (51 miles)
Elevation gain: 2577 meters (8454 feet)
Accommodation:
Chalet de Soos
Ruta de lagos
The last day starts with a nice “flat” stretch to Saint-Lary-Soulan, where we’ll continue climbing gently until beginning our ascent to the Lacs du Néouvielle. This is a beautiful climb through the protected Néouvielle Nature Reserve. At the summit we’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the lakes. From there, we’ll head to the other summit, the Lac de Cap-de-Long. We’ll have lunch at the bottom before heading back on the final flat stretch to Loudenvielle. That evening we’ll celebrate over a gala dinner at the Auberge des Aryelets.
Meal(s):
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destination(s):
Saint-Lary-Soulan, Lacs du Néouvielle and Lac de Cap-de-Long
Distance:
103 kilometers (64 miles)
Elevation gain: 2845 meters (9334 feet)
Accommodation:
Chalet de Soos
Journey home
After racking up so many meters of elevation gain, it’s time to head home. Enjoy a final breakfast at the Chalet de Soos and prepare for your return journey.
Meal(s):
Breakfast
What’s included and other DETAILS.
Please fill out this form, so we can ensure that this tour is the best fit for you and your group’s needs. You can do the tour with any type of gravel bike.
Included
Accommodation:
Upscale hotels where you can rest and enjoy an unforgettable setting in the middle of nature.
Luggage transfer.
Meals:
Daily breakfast at the hotel.
Lunch en route, in locations designed to offer a nice break from cycling.
We’ll take care of all the details for the group dinners, which will take place at the hotel or nearby.
Liquid and solid freshments en route, including fruit, energy bars and other snacks ideally suited to cycling.
Welcome Pack:
Water bottle and Gran Fondo t-shirt.
Route Support:
Bilingual, experienced guides from the region who specialize in cycling.
Support vehicle in case of breakdown or accident.
Pick-up and return before and after each stage to the accommodation (if necessary).
Laundry service for cycling clothes after each stage.
Daily bike maintenance.
NOT included
Flights.
Transfers between the airport and the hotel.
Meals and beverages outside the tour itinerary.
Mechanical expenses in case of accident or breakdown.
THE GUIDES.
Toni Miguel
Raul Rubio
THE BICYCLES.
Frame/fork
Carbon
Shifters
Shimano 105 Di2, R7170, 12 speed (delante: 50-34, trasera: 11-34)
Wheels
Fulcrum racing 900
Saddle
Cervélo Road