london to paris in 3 days
From the London Eye to the Eiffel Tower, this itinerary is a classic! Our 3-day ride delivers scenic countryside and iconic cycling must-sees, namely the traffic-free Avenue Verte and the Arc de Triomphe. It's a ride that every cyclist should complete; you won't regret it.
Difficulty: 3.5
typical itinerary
Day 1: Cycle London to Newhaven
via East Grinstead
Approx 99km / 1065m+
Ferry Crossing Newhaven to Dieppe
Short cycle from ferry to hotel.
Day 2: Cycle Dieppe to Beauvais
via L'Avenue Verte
Approx 114km / 650m+
Day 3: Cycle Beauvais to Paris
via Pontoise
Approx 84km / 650m+
Day 4: Depart Paris
typical route
The above image is a rough guide only. Please enquire for a detailed route overview.
important!
This route is also available as a 24-hour itinerary.
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Total Distance: 297km
Total Elevation: 2365m+
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3 Nights / 3 Day Cycle
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Dieppe
Beauvais
Paris
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This challenge is difficulty ranked: 3.5 out of 5.
Expected daily distances: 80km to 140km
Expected daily elevation: 500m+ to 1800m+
You should be a confident cyclist with good base levels of fitness. You should be able to average over 24kmph for a 100km ride, and be capable of completing large climbs. Cycling may not be your main sport, but you should be an active individual able to complete the training plans provided.
our highlight
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L'avenue verte
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our highlight 💚 L'avenue verte 💚
With the London Eye as our starting point and the Eiffel Tower as the finish line, you’ll be sure to take home some frame-worthy photos of your adventure. However, for our highlight, we’ve chosen the Avenue Verte. This dedicated cycle route makes up huge sections of our journey and provides a welcome break from the hustle-and-bustle of the capital cities. Its traffic-free roads allow you to cycle peacefully and truly enjoy the scenery around you. As a past rider once said - “heaven”.
Standard Inclusions
Hotel Accommodation - 3/4* standard, bed and breakfast
Pre-Event Planning & Communications
Bespoke Challenge Portal
Support Driver & Van
Experienced Ride Leader
Picnic-Style Lunches
First-aid trained staff and supplies
Ride Snacks
Access to training plans, kit lists, nutritional guides and more
GPX files
your on-event support team
Ride leaders will navigate for the group as well as being on hand to encourage you up the hills and assist with roadside mechanical problems.
Our ride leaders have a wealth of experience, a good sense of humour and are first-aid trained.
Our support vehicle will carry your overnight luggage and day bags. The vehicle will follow and leapfrog the group, staying close to offer sun cream or waterproofs, as well as being there to assist with mechanical or medical issues.
Should it be absolutely necessary, the van can be used to pick up participants in cases of fatigue or other circumstances.
Our team love nothing more than helping fellow cyclists achieve their potential. They'll be there when you falter, to give you a helping hand, some encouraging words, or even a stern talking to. Their support will see you through so that, at the end of your challenge, you'll be able to stand there and say