Liege-Bastogne-Liege VIP and hospitality

2021 Liege-Bastogne-Liege VIP and hospitality

Sunday 25 April 2021

Duration: One Day Classic Distance: 260km

The information on this page relates to hospitality for the 2021 edition of Liege – Bastogne – Liege. For information on the 2020 event, please follow this LINK

As official 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege tour operator we are pleased to offer VIP hospitality at the start and/or the finish of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege. Also available is a 4* hotel stay in the centre of Liege. Both the start and the finish will be in Liege within walking distance of our hotel.

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DETAILS
Liege Bastogne Liege is nicknamed ‘La Doyenne’ (the old lady). It is the oldest race out of the classics which is still taking place today. Don’t be fooled and think that Belgium is flat. This race takes in plenty of steep, hilly sections and makes for some dramatic racing. Both the start and the finish are in Liege so an ideal opportunity to watch this fantastic race.

Liège offers a wealth of tourist, cultural and commercial attractions all year round. With a great selection of museums, shows, exhibitions, concerts and gastronomic delights. Liege to us though is best known for its cycling heritage.

Liege Bastogne Liege hospitality areas

We are pleased to offer exclusive access to the start of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege in Liege to enjoy the event from the comfort of the hospitality area.

The “Depart” VIP experience in Liège – £119 per person (inc. tax)

Your day starts at 08.15 at the VIP lounge near to the start on the Place St Lambert in Liege. Our hotel, the 4 star Mercure (formerly Ramada) in Liege is located at just a short walk away, making it a very convenient place to stay for your weekend in Liege.

You will have breakfast at the VIP lounge followed by exclusive access to the signing in protocol and the team paddock areas where you will see the riders of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege get ready for the event. You will also see the fictive start of the race and the Start Village will finish at 10.30.

The Finish of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege in Liege

After 27 years in the suburb of Ans, the finish of La Doyenne returned to the centre of Liège from 2019 and it will remain there for at least five years after that. The last time the race finished in the centre of Liège was in 1991. The finish of the women’s race, which first took place in 2017, will move from Ans into Liège, but will continue to start in Bastogne.

The VIP area at the finish line in Liege – £179 per person (inc. tax)

The VIP area in Liege opens at 14.30 and you will be welcomed on arrival. Whilst you watch the race on live on TV screens you can help yourself to hors d’oeuvres and you can make use of the open bar which serves soft drinks, Champagne, beer and wine. You will watch the finish of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege and after witnessing the podium ceremony your day ends at 17.45.

Full day VIP experience Price – £295 per person (inc. tax)

For a full day at Liege Bastogne Liege we offer you the opportunity to book the Start and Finish hospitality experience together. You can simply walk from the start to the finish hospitality area.

The Mercure hotel (formerly Ramada Plaza) in Liege

The hotel is a beautifully converted 17th Century convent located in the historic city centre on the banks of the river La Meuse. This centrally located, 4-star hotel is less than a 15 minutes walk from the central station and shopping area. There is FREE WiFi internet access for all guests. The hotel is located a mile away from the start of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege.

Hotel prices:

2 nights – Saturday to Monday on bed and breakfast basis

£189 based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room
£140 supplement for the sole occupancy of a single room

1 night – Saturday night on bed and breakfast basis

£95 based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room
£70 supplement for the sole occupancy of a single room

Also available:
- Travel insurance – please visit our insurance page
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page.
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2021 Liege Bastogne Liege – Watch the pros:

Previous LBL winners include Bernard Hinault, who pulled off a memorable solo breakaway in 1980, won amidst blizzard conditions; Eddy Merckx, having managed five victories in a seven year span from 1969 to 1975, including three in a row; Moreno Argentin, Italy’s maestro, with four wins between 1985 and 1991. Others include cycling legends such as Ferdi Kubler, Josef Fuchs, Sean Kelly, Rolf Sorensen, Adri Van der Poel, Jacques Anquetil, Laurent Jalabert, Alexandre Vinokourov and Alejandro Valverde.

Liege Bastogne Liege cycling weekend and Ardennes cycling classics tour

If you are a cyclist and you would like to ride and watch the Amstel Gold Race in Holland before watching the Fleche Wallone and finally riding and watching the Liege Bastogne Liege then our longer tour takes in all of the 3 Ardennes Cycling classics events and includes – More information

Alternatively we offer a weekend which takes in the Liege Bastogne amateur Challenge on the Saturday before watching the Pros on the Sunday – More information

TESTIMONIALS

"Like clockwork"

We had a great time - the trip was really well organised and went like clockwork! The overseas staff were great, friendly, but not intrusive.

Fay - April 26, 2017

"2016 Liege Bastogne Liege"

It is some 14 years since I last went on one of your tours which at that time was with Graham Baxter. I have just returned from this weekend’s Liege-Bastogne-Liege trip and I wish to tell you how much my colleague and I enjoyed the experience. This enjoyment, (not blighted in any way by the effort of having to cycle!) was in large part due to your staff. The team of Roy, Dave and driver Simon were excellent. They were very competent and friendly and went the `extra mile` to ensure that the weekend was a success.
Two very satisfied customers thanks to them and the organisation behind them.
Best wishes,
Bob

Bob - April 27, 2016
ITINERARY
Saturday April 24, 2021 – Arrival day

We offer you the option to book 1 or 2 nights on bed and breakfast basis at the centrally located hotel in Liege namely the 4 star Mercure Liege. The hotel is located within walking distance of the start and finish. The rooms are nice and spacious.

Sunday April 25 – 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege

Our location at the hotel Ramada in Liege is ideal for accessing the start and finish area. You can either purchase start or finish hospitality or both for a full day at the Liege Bastogne Liege.

Below you will find a short itinerary of today’s schedule if you have booked the full day hospitality itinerary:
- Registration and start area: Place Saint-Lambert, Liege at 15 minutes walking distance from the Ramada Hotel
- Hospitality lounge opens – 08.15
- Rider’s signing on: From 08.55 until 10.05
- Final call at 10.10
- ‘Départ fictif’ at 10.15, place Saint-Lambert
- Official start at 10.30, after a 7,3 km procession from the start and registration area
- Closing of start hospitality area at 10.30
The finish of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege is in Liege as well. After a bit of a break for lunch, you can walk across to the finish.
- Opening of finish hospitality area: 14.30
- Arrival of the caravan: 16.00
- First rider arrival: 16.30
- Podium ceremony: 17.00
- Last rider arrival: 17.15
- Closure of finish hospitality area: 17.45
Monday April 26 – Departure day

Please check out of the hotel after breakfast if you have booked your hotel with us.
HOTELS & PRICING
Mercure Liege City Centre

This hotel is housed within a beautifully converted former 17th-century convent. The hotel overlooks the River Meuse and is close to the historic centre of Liège. The hotel...

Prices

The Mercure hotel (formerly Ramada Plaza) in Liege

2 nights – Saturday to Monday on bed and breakfast basis

£189 based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room
£140 supplement for the sole occupancy of a single room

1 night – Saturday night on bed and breakfast basis

£95 based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room
£70 supplement for the sole occupancy of a single room

Also available:
- Travel insurance – please visit our insurance page
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page.
The “Depart” VIP experience in Liège – £119 per person (inc. tax)

Your day starts at 08.15 at the VIP lounge near to the start on the Place St Lambert in Liege. Our hotel, the 4 star Mercure (formerly Ramada) in Liege is located at just a short walk away, making it a very convenient place to stay for your weekend in Liege.

The VIP area at the finish line in Liege – £179 per person (inc. tax)

The VIP area in Liege opens at 14.30 and you will be welcomed on arrival. Whilst you watch the race on live on TV screens you can help yourself to hors d’oeuvres and you can make use of the open bar which serves soft drinks, Champagne, beer and wine. You will watch the finish of the 2021 Liege Bastogne Liege and after witnessing the podium ceremony your day ends at 17.45.

Full day VIP experience Price – £295 per person (inc. tax)

For a full day at Liege Bastogne Liege we offer you the opportunity to book the Start and Finish hospitality experience together. You can simply walk from the start to the finish hospitality area.
Liege-Bastogne-Liege VIP and hospitality Hotels
Mercure Liege City Centre

This hotel is housed within a beautifully converted former 17th-century convent. The hotel overlooks the River Meuse and is close to the historic centre of Liège. The hotel is within a short walking distance of of some of the city’s main highlights, such as Curtius Museum and Saint Bartholomew’s Church. The hotel is within walking distance of Liege’s old town, which features many tourist attractions and opportunities for shopping.

Each of the bright, pristine and tastefully decorated rooms comes complete with a TV, desk, tea/ coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. Some of the rooms include a free bottle of mineral water. Guests at the Mercure Liege will benefit from complimentary wifi throughout the hotel.

Weather permitting, the terrace offers a place to sit out and admire the very spacious courtyard garden. The hotel’s restaurant is situated in the original, 17th-century wing of the building, which used to be where the monastery was located. The restaurant can cater to specialists diets on request.

The hotel is fully heated and air conditioned and is non smoking throughout. There is s fitness suite in the hotel, shops onsite, and the hotel benefits from a 24 hour front desk service.

Check in is available between 14:00 and 22:00 and check out is possible between 07:00 and 12:00

Extras

Hotel Extras and Features

Shuttle service

Shared lounge/TV area

Vending machine (snacks)

Vending machine (drinks)

Shuttle service (additional charge)

Designated smoking area

Fitness facilites

Air conditioning

Non-smoking throughout

Shops (on site)

Heating

Packed lunches

Soundproof rooms

Lift

Family rooms

Facilities for disabled guests

Non-smoking rooms

Newspapers

Room service
IMPORTANT INFO

How to Book

Click on the Book Now at the top of the page. At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit per person plus any applicable entry fee. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip. Please look here for our full booking conditions

General, visa, passport and health information

General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in cycling events if you will be doing so. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
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Previous Question

Q. I am a single traveller, is this trip for me?

A.
Every year we find lots of people decide to travel to Liege-Bastogne-Liege on their own. If you are a single traveller and want to join our group or want to take part in this great event, use our 'twin to share' option. We will pair you up with another person so you don't have to pay the sole occupancy supplement.

Q. Can I bring friends or family if they're not riding?

A.
Friends and family are more than welcome to join you on this trip. If they're not riding the challenge on Saturday, they can either head out onto the course in our support vehicle, or spend the day exploring Liege.

Q. Do I need a medical certificate?

A.
No, you don't need a medical certificate for the Liege-Bastogne-Liege challenge.

Q. Can I change the distance I'm riding?

A.
Your challenge entry allows you to drop down to a shorter distance. As all three distances set off from the same point, you can change your mind up to the very last minute, depending on how you feel on the day.

Q. How do I enter the Liege-Bastogne-Liege challenge?

A.
Simply select the distance you want to ride when you book your trip. We will collect your race number and pack, and bring them to your hotel.

Q. Is bike hire available?

A.
Yes. You can add a rental bike when you book, or contact us directly to add bike hire to your booking.

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