Thursday 23 May – Tuesday 28 May
This is your chance to join a bespoke ladies only (sorry guys, more for you later) cycling adventure to the beautiful Haute Pyrenees.
Your base will be in the Unstoppable Pyrenees newly renovated Gites in the foothills of the French Pyrenees, between the historic sites of Chateau de Mauvezin above and Abbaye de L’Escaldieu below.
You will have the chance to challenge yourself on some of the most famous & iconic Cols (and few lesser known ones thrown in), whilst enjoying the stunning scenery and nature of the Pyrenean Mountains.
The package is completed with optional yoga (on request) specifically designed around your cycling. Options to visit the local sights, restaurants & spas also included.
When?
Thursday 23 May 2024- Tuesday 28 May 2024.
Why?
The area is renowned for its fantastic cycling and being based in the foothills, the Baronnies Pyrénées you have the choice of riding rolling terrain of varying degrees all the way up to riding the legendary cols made famous by the annual visit of the Tour de France … Col du Tourmalet, Col d’Aspin, Col du Peyresourde to name but a few!
Cycling as a small group of ladies can take away some of the anxiety of ‘keeping up with the boys’ meaning, we can architect our own achievements at a pace of our choosing (faster or slower) and all within a supportive group.
No racing, no competition, just hanging out with good company and taking in some mind-blowing views.
Your Support Crew
Ben and Shaun, both keen cyclists and excited to share their passion for the area, will be supporting you both on and off the bikes.
Ben is a qualified Soft Tissue Therapist, Yoga Sports Coach (sports performance) movement specialist (https://www.unstoppablerhythms.com/), first aider and experienced cyclist in the mountains.
Shaun, while technically not a lady!!!, will be there in the background to support with logistics, ‘minor’ bike maintenance/problems and be available on call with support vehicle for anything more serious and any major mechanicals will require the local bike shops help. This will be chargeable at their local rate.
Bike cleaning and maintenance facilities are available at the gites to ensure your ride is ready for the following day and assistance provided should you need it.
Difficulty Level : Tailored.
If you are a regular cyclist and have a passion to explore the mountains without the pressure of ‘keeping up’ this trip is for you.
It really doesn’t matter if you’ve not ridden in the mountains before, you just have to want to! As well as being a fairly confident rider.
You will need a reasonable level of cycling fitness. If you aren’t sure if that is you, then contact us directly to chat.
Sample Itinerary :
Please note, itinerary is tailored to the groups abilities and wants. All rides/activities are optional and alternatives are available in the area (e.g. spa trips, walks, site seeing, lake swimming) if desired.
Day 1 : Arrival on Thursday
- Settle in to your accommodation
- Build/check out your steads(bikes!)
- Short ride if desired to locate the legs.
- Freshen up. Self catered meal. (trips or supplies organised from the local supermarket)
- Set up the plan of attack!
Day 2 : Friday
- Self catered breakfast
- 10:00am Ride 30-100km (level dependent) Rolling terrain.
- Cafe & lunch stop on ride (extra cost).
- 3pm-4pm return (approx). Rest and chill.
- Optional massage (extra cost)
- 7pm- Dinner home cooked or meal out.
Day 3,4,5 : Saturday/Sunday/Monday
- 8:30am SC Breakfast
- 9:30am Ride 50-140km (level dependent), Col de Peyresourde, Col d’Aspin/Hourquette D’Ancizan Loop, The mighty Col du Tourmalet, or maybe a challenging ride up to Lac de Cap du Long for crepes!
- Cafe & lunch stop on ride (extra cost).
- 3pm-4pm return (approx). Rest and chill.
- Optional Massage (extra cost)
- 7pm- SC Meal in or at restaurant in Bagneres de Bigorre.
Day 6 : Tuesday (last day – sob!).
- Timings will depend on travel arrangements of group
- SC Breakfast
- Pack Bikes for travel home or return to hire shop … and sob … again… because you’re leaving
What’s included.
- Organisation and supported rides. GPS Files available.
- Accommodation.
- Supportive friendly company.
- Bike storage.
- Basic level 1 mechanics.
- Spare tubes & tyres will be available at extra cost only if used.
- Bike cleaning facilities, stand & track pump.
Additional Extras
- Travel to and from venue (transfers from stations/airports can be provided for a small extra cost)
- Food: Self catered and Restaurants, Cafe & lunch stops will cost extra (it’s not expensive) !
- Massage (booking necessary and limited spaces available) (£40 for 45minutes)
- Insurance.
- Bike spares/parts extra if required.
- Major bike work will be via a local bike shop
- Bike hire (please contact for advice, the suppliers change all the time!)
- Car hire should you chose to make yourselves independent (recommended)
Early bird booking £300pp
Based on two sharing a gite/apartment. Single occupancy £550. Full price at end of February £350pp or £650 single occupancy
Please note this trip is now full. If you would like to be told about the next one (and to get a 5% discount) then let us know at unstoppablepyrenees@gmail.com and we’ll add you to the mailing list.