Route…

DAY 1 - London to Newhaven & Dieppe | 53.4 miles | Elevation gain 909m | GPX File | MAP

We’ll set off from London shortly after 08.00 am after the morning rush hour. As it is day 1 there are frequent stops and the pace is gentle to give us the opportunity to get into the challenge. It won’t take too long for us to wind our way out of London and enter the peace and quiet of the Kent & Sussex countryside.

The morning ride is sometimes described as hilly, we’ll be honest, it is, but this is the toughest section of the whole ride. After regular stops to recharge, we’ll stop at a lovely country pub for a really well-earned lunch.

After lunch, we will continue our journey to Newhaven, but you’ll be pleased to hear, the route is predominately downhill. Our snack stops by Haywards Heath & Plumpton Green will keep you going, and upon arrival in Newhaven, you will get a well-earned break and be able to reflect on completing the hardest cycling day during your evening meal on the ferry.

Facilities will also be available for you to use to freshen up on the ferry. We will arrive in Dieppe at approximately 10.00 pm (local time) and will cycle the short distance to our hotel. Please do let us know if you wish to share with anyone when you complete the Rider Form after registering.

DAY 2 - Dieppe to Beauvais, 69.1 miles | Elevation gain 515m | GPX File | MAP

You’ll be pleased to hear that the route on Day 2 is considerably flatter and largely traffic-free. Cycling starts around 9:30 a.m., with a short section to the Avenue Verte, a flat and paved traffic-free cycle route.

After several short stops, and having covered 35 miles, we will break for snacks in the delightful French village, of Haussez.

After this short stop, we will get back on our bikes and cycle to Gournay-en-Bray where we will stop for lunch and maybe a game of Petanque. After lunch, we will be back on the Avenue Verte for the final 18m stretch to Beauvais. Again there are plenty of snack stations along the beautiful tree line route.

Upon arrival in Beauvais, you will have time to relax, freshen up, and reflect on Day 2. Explore the town; it is a hidden gem, and the Cathedral is breathtaking. Later that day we will meet for an evening in one of the local restaurants, where you’ll also have the chance to enjoy some local food and wine before you sink into bed ahead of our final day, the ride to Paris!!

DAY 3 - Beauvais to Paris, 62.5 miles | Elevation gain 602m | MAP

By now, your legs may be aching, and fatigue may be setting in, so we won’t wake you too early. When you do get up, you'll realize you are about to cycle the Paris sections of the previous Tour de France routes, the final stage that many Tour riders have cycled into Paris.

There are a few hills to conquer on this leg, but by now, you’ll be ready for them.  After a well-earned lunch stop, Paris will soon be within reach. Savor that triumphant feeling as you cycle towards the Louvre, Champs d'Elysées and the Eiffel Tower, where the fizz will be flowing. You’re welcome to invite friends and family to join the team in cheering you safely into Paris. Be sure to tell them to contact us for further details regarding where to meet us.

After the initial celebration under the Eiffel Tower, we’ll check into our hotel and head to a local restaurant for a celebratory meal. 

On the following day, we will return home, where you'll be reunited with your bike. If you are staying longer, please let us know as soon as possible so we can make the necessary arrangements for your travel home and bike storage (charges may apply). 

Please contact us to discuss what would work best for you as soon as you can, so we can plan the best way to support you.