Paris-Roubaix. The hell of the north
Belgium
LIVE THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF THE LEGENDARY PARIS-ROUBAIX.
Come with us and with our ambassador in Belgium Johan Musseuw to take part in the Paris-Roubaix Challenge. Choose between one of the three distances proposed by the test: 70 km, 145 km or 172 km.
We will show you the routes of the Ghent-Wevelgem o Flanders tour among others. In addition we will know the culture and quality gastronomy, local.
Day 1 – Welcome
After the transfer from the Brussels International Airport, the Hotel Martin's Relais**** will welcome us, to enjoy a delicious dinner and well-deserved rest.
We will take advantage of the first hours to welcome, carry out a biomechanical study for the bicycle that we are going to use, distribution and explanation of the welcome kit, all included and the briefing of the trip.
Day 2 – “Tour of Flanders” tour
The first stage of our bike tour will begin on the famous stages of the Ronde Van Vlaanderen (Tour of Flanders). One of the longest-running classics of the old world cup.
Our route will take us to the La RONDE VAN VLAANDEREN Museum in the town of Oudenaarde.
After a comforting shower, there will be a guided tour by the ex-cyclist, the great JOHAN MUSSEUW. 1988 y 2004, during which he achieved 104 victories. Among his achievements, in addition to stages on the tour, world championship, etc., it should be noted that he is the rider with the most podium finishes in the Paris-Roubaix and Flanders tour, including three victories in each of them.
At night in one of the walls that complete the tour of Flanders, together with JOHAN MUSSEUW, in the famous MUUR van Geraardsbergen we will be able to taste a typical dinner of the region in the Restaurant "Het Hemelrijck".
Day 3 – “Paris-Roubaix” tour
After breakfast, our bike ride for the day will run through the mythical cobblestone sections of the Classic Paris-Roubaix, also known as the hell of the north. We will have the chance to share km with several professional teams while they do their last reconnaissance of the race and we will arrive at the famous Roubaix velodrome where the 118th edition of the legendary race will finish on Sunday.
In the afternoon, after the massage at the hotel, we will discover the historic center of Bruges, capital of the West Flanders province. Its name comes from the West Germanic "Bryggia" which means bridges, "docks". In Dutch, "brug" means "bridge", and this city bears the plural of this word as its name, due to the number of bridges that connect the different streets of the city. We will visit its historic quarter, declared a World Heritage Site by the Unesco in the year 2000. Bruges is known as "the Venice of the North", due to the large number of canals that cross the city and their beauty.
Being here we will not leave the possibility of taking a private boat trip through the rivers of the city to observe it from another perspective.
The day will conclude with a visit to the city's beer museum, located in the lower part of the De Halve Maan brewery. We will discover through a guided tour, the production process and countless articles of one of the most famous beers in the world.
Day 4 – Cost Belgium tour
In this stage, after the days marked by the Tour of Flanders and the Paris-Roubais, we will head towards the Belgian coast where we will be able to contemplate the North Sea, a smooth route enjoying the Belgian geography without difficulties.
In the afternoon we will discover Ghent. This city that is located in the northwest of Belgium and has a port at the confluence of the Lys and Scheldt rivers. City of great importance during the Middle Ages. Currently, it is recognized worldwide for its cultural historical center. We will immerse ourselves in the heart of the city, we will visit its pedestrian zone, we will walk on the bridge of San Miguel and we will visit some of its famous medieval monuments, such as the castle of the Counts of Flanders, from the XNUMXth century, and Graslei street, where a row of union houses next to the port of the river Lys will leave us a formidable memory of this Belgian capital.
We will say goodbye to the city with a succulent dinner in one of the most famous restaurants in the city.
Day 5 – Paris-Roubaix Luxury Experience
And finally the big day arrives! Camera battery well charged, and ready to spend an unforgettable day at one of the events on the international professional cycling calendar. Paris-Roubaix
The guides that will accompany you have had the privilege of competing and directing this top-level race, respectively, years ago. Now we have the opportunity to share these cycling monuments with you.
We will go to the French city of Compiegne. Starting point of the Paris-Roubaix. With our accreditations, we will go to the team area, to experience the race from within. We will enjoy live the latest preparations, the equipment and infrastructure of the teams for this race, the latest instructions from the directors to their cyclists, in short, live the experience from within one of the teams that will make up the professional peloton of this World race. Tour.
We will have the opportunity to see the riders before the race, at the start, and we will see the race in several sections with an accredited car. We will be in the famous cobbled sections where we passed the day before yesterday with the bike. On board, between sections we will be able to follow the race live on television and to make the wait for the cyclists more enjoyable, we will taste a local catering and drink to spend an unforgettable day.
Transfer to the hotel from Roubaix 30min
As the last night, we will have a celebration dinner in a prestigious restaurant in the city of Bruges.
Day 6 – Check out
Free time breakfast and transfer to Brussels International Airport (BRU) 1h30.
At Hors Categorie each client is unique, and we want your experience to be unforgettable. That is why we take care of all the details so that you only worry about enjoying yourself. We offer you a complete package that includes:
Preparations
After the reservation we will send you the detailed road book, telephone numbers of our staff and packing list so that you can prepare your trip without forgetting anything. A few days before, we will send you the weather forecast so that you can take it into account when packing your suitcase.
Transfer to the airport
We take care of picking you up and taking you to the airport so that you arrive calm, comfortable and rested.
The best equipment
We provide you with all the material you need to enjoy your experience to the fullest. Bicycle, technical clothing, helmets, etc.
biomechanical review
One of the first tasks before getting on the bike is to carry out a biomechanical review, to verify that the bike and its measurements adapt perfectly to you and thus guarantee ergonomics and comfort on it.
Provisioning
During the routes we provide you with everything you need so that you do not lack energy. Bottles of water, energy bars, fruit isotonic drinks... We assure you that you will not go hungry or thirsty.
Massages and physiotherapy
We take care of your body every day through massages and physiotherapy treatments so that you recover from the routes and can continue enjoying yourself to the fullest.
Lodging
We make sure that you rest in the best hotels so that your rest is a true luxury.
Restaurants
We make sure that you enjoy the local gastronomy in the most exclusive restaurants: seafood restaurants, wineries and top-level restaurants will be the prize of each stage. Everything is designed so that you feel comfortable and cared for at all times.
professional guides
Our guides will always be by your side, both on and off the road. You will have our support car, mechanical service and a bicycle guide with you at all times, guaranteeing the safety of the group.
Activities
In addition to the bicycle routes, you will experience complementary activities so that you can enjoy local culture and leisure. From sightseeing tours to workshops on cycling techniques.
Laundry
We know that technical clothing needs special care, which is why we have a laundry service so that you always have clean clothes ready for the next route.
Workshops
At Hors Categorie we not only want you to enjoy the experience, but also to learn. For this reason, we give you workshops on cycling techniques, nutrition and body care.
Priority Support
Our team will always be at your disposal for any questions or needs you may have. We want you to feel cared for at all times.
Photographic report and farewell detail
Our professional photographer will prepare a beautiful report for us to remember this trip. In addition, on the last day we will give you a detail as a reminder.
HC Club
From your first participation, you will become part of the CLUB HORS CATEGORIE TOURS. This select Club rewards our clients with numerous benefits: gifts and extra advantages for your next trip, limited editions of our brands, items of interest.
At Hors Categorie each client is unique, and we want your experience to be unforgettable. That is why we take care of all the details so that you only worry about enjoying yourself. We offer you a complete package that includes:
Lander Aperribay
The heart
Hello, I'm Lander Aperribay, former pro rider for Euskaltel-Euskadi on the World Tour. After my experience in professional cycling and in the cycling business market, I am delighted to belong to this group of excellent people, who will make you live the experience of feeling like professional cyclists in our different destinations, where great chapters in history have been written. of cycling, combining it with culture, gastronomy and traditions.
Martin Clochet
The flamenco
Hi, I'm Marteen Clochet. A Belgian cycling addict who lives in Flanders. I have the entire area of the Classics in my memory since I was born, since I belong to a family of cyclists along with my brother and my father. I will share all my knowledge with you.
Who is Hors Categorie Tours?
We are a group of local cyclists who for 20 years have shared roads and experiences, from lower categories to the most prestigious races on the professional calendar, such as the Giro d'Italia. Now we want to share all this with all of you so that, together, we can add beautiful memories to our experiences.
material we use
At Hors Categorie Tours we work with the best brands: Both Bicycles and equipment for the cyclist (shoes, helmets and accessories), Clothing and Nutrition for your well-being. New support vehicles, Boutique hotels, with charm and the best restaurants in each place.
What physical level do I need?
We are always the ones who adapt to your physical form. For this we have conventional and electric bicycles. Depending on your possibilities and thanks to our local guides and support vehicles, we allow the members of a group to choose their pace and distance to travel on the bike. Our premise is that we all enjoy the experience.
How is a day with us?
The first thing to do is carry out a biomechanical review to adapt the bike to each participant. The first day we will start with a breakfast selected just as a professional does. As soon as you finish you will find your bike ready, the refreshment bag and the drink. We will discuss the plan of the day and we will go pedaling.
Throughout the route we will be accompanied by our local guide, knowledgeable about the terrain and the most famous points. A mechanical team will also accompany us to solve any fault. You will have supplies en route and your spare clothes in case it is necessary.
At the end of the day's tour, natural juices and fruit await us in the rooms of the most exclusive hotels in each place. It is time for a comforting massage, to eat as we have earned it and some free time. Then we will take you to discover the cultural offer of the surroundings and we will close the day with a dinner in the best gastronomic temples of each area. At Hors Categorie Tours, every day of the route includes breakfast, lunch and dinner!
What is not included
Air tickets from and to the starting point.
Lodging before and after the days of the trip.
Purchases of personal items.
Do not run out of your place and experience cycling like never before
Contact
If you have any questions contact us. We will be happy to help you.
We invite you to contact us so that, depending on your needs, we can prepare a personalized tour for you: more days in our destinations, on other dates, to other destinations, …
Write us to hello@horscategorietours.com
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