EPIC Trans Pyrenees 2023
EPIC Trans Pyrenees 2023
An epic ride across the legendary climbs of the Pyrenees
Discover the natural beauty of one of Europe’s most celebrated cycling terrains. Cross the Pyrenees, conquering legendary Tour de France climbs every day. Includes Tourmalet, Aubisque, Aspin, Peyresourde, Port de Balès and many more!
Featured Climbs
Col du Tourmalet, Col d’Aubisque, Port de Balès, Col de Peyresourde
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Overview
The Pyrenees conjure up images of famous Tour de France stages. This is your opportunity to transform these images into real life as you conquer the legendary Pyrenees climbs of the Tour de France.
Starting in the renowned cycling hub of Girona with the iconic Els Angels climb, you’ll cross the Pyrenees from east to west, conquering iconic Tour de France climbs like the Tourmalet, Aubisque, Peyresourde, Port de Balès and Portet d’Aspet. The full list of legendary climbs is impressive!
Throughout the entire ride you’ll be amazed with the sheer natural beauty of this incredible region.
Nathan Levitan, USA — 2019
David Gutierrez, USA — 2016
Roger Rabey, USA — 2022
Itinerary
| Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
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| 01 | Welcome to Girona & Els Angels! | Hotel CMC Girona | |||
| 02 | Through the Spanish Pyrenees | Hotel Fontanals | |||
| 03 | Into Andorra | Serras Andorra Luxury Boutique Resort & Spa | |||
| 04 | Classic climbs of the Ariège | Le Castel d’Alti | |||
| 05 | Port de Balès | Hotel Mercure, Saint Lary Soulan | |||
| 06 | The Tourmalet | Grand hôtel de France | |||
| 07 | The most stunning ride in the Pyrenees to end the trip | Hotel Alysson | |||
| 08 | Au revoir! | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
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Welcome to Girona & Els Angels!
Your trip starts at Barcelona Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in Girona.
After lunch, orientation meeting and bike build-up you’ll head out for your first ride. Our warm-up ride takes you over the famous Els Angels climb from both sides.
Day 2
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Through the Spanish Pyrenees
The journey starts with a magnificent ride following the tire tracks of so many top pro riders who live and train in the Girona area. The main highlight of the day is the daunting 31km (19 miles) climb to the Coll de la Creueta at almost 2,000m (6,600ft). From the top of La Creueta, enjoy the long descent to your hotel in the Spanish ski town of La Molina.
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Into Andorra
Today’s ride takes you across the border into France then into the principality of Andorra where many famous Tour de France stages have finished. First up is the Col de Puymorens reaching an altitude of almost 2000m. After a short descent you’ll soon be climbing again, on the way to the highest point of the day, the 2400m Port d’Envalira. A couple of Tour de France classic Andorran climbs, the Coll de Beixalis and the Coll d’Ordino round out a huge day in the saddle!
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Map & Profile
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Els Angels from Girona |
4.4% | 2 | ||
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Els Angels from Madremanya |
5.8% | 3 | ||
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Coll de Sentigosa from Olot |
5% | 2 | ||
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Col de la Creueta from Campdevanol |
4.3% | 1 | ||
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Coll De Puymorens from Latour-de-Carol |
4% | 2 | ||
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Port d’Envalira from Coll De Puymorens |
6% | 1 | ||
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Collada de Beixalis from Encamp |
8.7% | 1 | ||
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Coll Ordino from Ordino |
7% | 1 | ||
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Col de Port de Tarascon from Tarascon |
5% | HC | ||
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Col de Portech from Alos |
8% | 3 | ||
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Col de Portet d’Aspet from St Lary |
6.8% | 2 | ||
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Col de Mente from Henne Morte |
6.9% | 1 | ||
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Port de Balès from Mauleon-Barousse |
6.5% | HC | ||
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Col de Peyresourde from Junction to Port de Balès |
7.6% | 1 | ||
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Col de Val Louron-Azet from Genos |
8.2% | 1 | ||
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Hourquette d’Ancizan from Guchen |
7.6% | 1 | ||
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Col du Tourmalet from Ste Marie de Campan |
7.5% | HC | ||
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Col des Borderes from Sireix |
5.8% | 2 | ||
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Col de Soulor from Arrens-Marsous |
7.9% | 2 | ||
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Col d’Aubisque from Col de Soulor |
4.9% | 2 | ||
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Col de Marie-Blanque from Bielle |
5.8% | 2 | ||
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Col d’Ichere from Lourdios-Ichere |
6.4% | 3 | ||
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| No major climbs today | |||||
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Trip Hotels
Hotel CMC Girona
Hotel Fontanals
Serras Andorra Luxury Boutique Resort & Spa
Le Castel d’Alti
Hotel Mercure, Saint Lary Soulan
Grand hôtel de France
Hotel Alysson
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
| Pickup Location | Time |
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Barcelona Airport |
9:00am |
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Meliá Hotel Barcelona Aeropuerto |
9:00am |
Departure
| Drop Off Location | Time |
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Toulouse Blagnac Airport |
10:00am |
EPIC Trans Pyrenees 2023
One of Europe’s most celebrated cycling terrains is an absolute must for every avid cyclist
