Paris – Roubaix Challenge

Challenge Sat 10 Apr | Paris-Roubaix Sun 11 Apr, 2021

2021 Paris Roubaix Challenge

Challenge Sat 10 Apr | Paris-Roubaix Sun 11 Apr, 2021

Duration: 2 or 3 nights Distance: Various distances

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New for 2021 is a fantastic cross the finish experience with podium photos, a visit to the famous showers and watching the finish in the velodrome.

The 2021 Paris-Roubaix Challenge takes place on Saturday 10 April 2021. Ride most of the Paris – Roubaix route including all of the cobbles. The professionals will tackle the same roads the day after on Sunday 11 April 2021. Sports Tours International offers a variety of hotels for 2 or 3 nights in Roubaix. Guaranteed entry is also available as well as bike rental, airport transfers and hospitality.

Bookings for this event will open shortly

DETAILS
The 2021 Roubaix Challenge event will be held on Saturday 10 April, 2021 so the day before the ‘Hell of the North’; Paris Roubaix which takes places on Sunday 11 April, 2021. Sports tours international offers a variety of hotels for 2 or 3 nights with guaranteed entry as well as various other travel options to this enormously popular, legendary race.

The shorter Roubaix Challenge distances start and finish at the Roubaix Velodrome. The Stablinski Velodrome is within cycling distance from our hotels in Roubaix. The long distance Sportive starts in Busigny. This requires a transfer to the start which we also provide from our hotels with a spacial bike trailer for the safe transportation of your bike.

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The 2019 Paris-Roubaix

Philippe Gilbert (Deceuninck-Quick Step) delivered a masterclass on the way to Roubaix to claim his fifth success in a Monument. He was previously victorious in Lombardia (2009, 2010), Liège (2011) and Flanders (2017). The Belgian star is the first rider to dominate four different Monuments since Sean Kelly in the 1980s. The race was hard-fought from km 0 until the finish in the velodrome, where Philippe Gilbert outsprinted Nils Politt (Katusha Alpecin). Yves Lampaert (Deceuninck-Quick Step) came third, ahead of Sep Vanmarcke (EF Education First) and Peter Sagan (Bora-Hansgrohe). Sagan was lively as always and he featured in the long-range attack that eventually led to Gilbert’s triumph.

Commemorative cobblestone

Something cool to remember your trip is one of our souvenir cobbles. Add to your booking for £25. We’ll deliver it to the hotel for you.

Different travel and event options

We offer various options of enjoying 2021 Paris Roubaix with the possibility to add various options to your package. These include the Roubaix Challenge entry, the transport to the start of the long distance event, Roubaix Pro race viewing options, bike rental, an exclusive cross the finish experience on Paris – Roubaix day and more.

Price from £239 per person for 2 nights

All hotels, durations and other options are available on the Hotels and Pricing tab

Included with all hotel packages
- A safe pair of hands – More information
- Entry pack and Roubaix merchandise delivered to our hotels
- 2 or 3 night’s hotel in Roubaix centre near the velodrome
- 2 or 3 breakfasts at convenient times for the event(s)
- All hotel taxes
- The services of our Sports Tours International team
- Secure bike storage at the hotel
- A Sports Tours International cycling jersey made by Castelli – More information here
Bike rental options available from £140 for the weekend

Take the hassle away of travelling with a bike and rent one of our excellent bikes for the weekend. We have a selection of Giant bikes available. Your bike will be delivered to your hotel on arrival and it will be collected from you on departure. Our staff will assist you to ensure that the bike is fitted comfortably. All bikes come with 2 bottle cages, a bike pump, a saddle bag with tube, tyre levers and a tool. You can add bike rental as part of the booking. Extra days may be available on request. More details on the bikes available can be found below;
- Giant Contend SL Shimano 105 – £140 – full details here
- Giant TCR Advanced Ultegra – £195 – full details here
- Giant TCR Advanced Ultagra Di2 – £250 – full details here
Hotel options from £239 per person

Self-drive, arrive by Lille Eurostar or via Brussels airport. Please refer to the Hotel Options tab for all available options and prices.
- 3* Ibis Roubaix Centre – 2 nights from £239 per person
- 4* Mercure Roubaix Centre – 2 nights from £309 per person
Available at additional cost with your hotel booking
- Croos the Finish Experience – £125 per person. Full details on itinerary tab
- Return airport transfers Brussels International Airport at set times indicated on the itinerary tab – £40 one way and £80 return
- Transport from the Ibis and Mercure to the start of the long distance Roubaix Challenge. We use a coach with customised bike trailer for safe bike transport – £35 per person
- Roubaix Challenge Cyclo-Sportive entry, all distances accommodated – see prices in ‘Read More’ section
- Bike rental – From £140 for the weekend – More information
- Start to Finish coach tour on Sunday: Paris – Roubaix day – Read more details on the Itinerary tab – £85 per person
- VIP Start to Finish by minibus on Paris – Roubaix day – VIP access and hospitality with our ‘VIP Start to Finish’ experience and Roubaix Velodrome Finish Hospitality- £475 per person – More information here
- ‘The Roubaix Classics Club’ – Velodrome VIP Finish access – £179 per person – More information here
- VIP Roubaix Velodrome Finish Hospitality – £250 More information here
- Sports travel insurance – please visit our insurance page
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page.
Airport transfers from Brussels Airport

We provide return airport transfers from Brussels Zaventem airport (not Charleroi) at a cost of £40 per person one way and £80 return. Arrival airport transfers to Roubaix are at 10.00 and 15.00 on Friday from BRU airport to and from Roubaix (Brussels International, not Charleroi). On departure we will provide airport transfers from Roubaix at 05:00 and 13:00 on Monday.

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2021 Paris – Roubaix Event Details

Roubaix is a legendary cycling race and part of the UCI world tour. During this weekend trip, you can ride the Roubaix Challenge on Saturday before watching the pros on the Sunday. The event is being held on April the 10th in 2021 which is the day before the pros race over the cobbles. The event will cover a good proportion of the 2021 Paris Roubaix pro race route and cover many sections of the famous cobbles before finishing at the Roubaix Velodrome. The ultimate challenge is to ride the 172km from Busigny to Roubaix, on the same course as the pros will the day after. However, the routes of 145km and 70km will also leave you plenty of opportunity to get to know the tough cobblestone sections of the legendary Paris-Roubaix race.

2021 Roubaix Challenge Entry Prices

If you have ordered your Roubaix Challenge hotel and entry through us, we will register on your behalf and your number will be available for you at your hotel on Friday at no extra charge. If you get your own entry, you will have to join the queue with many others to collect your race number at the Roubaix Velodrome.

172km – Starts from Busigny – £50
- 1hr transfer from Roubaix on Saturday morning (not included in the entry fee)
- Riders staying in Roubaix can ride from finish back to hotel
145km – Starts and finishes at Velodrome Roubaix – £35
- Riders staying in Roubaix can ride from hotel to the start and finish
70km – Starts from Roubaix – £25
- Riders staying in Roubaix can ride from hotel to the start and finish
Entries include:
- Timing chip
- Frame plate
- Timing and video-recording linked to your race number
- Track trace function so that the people at home do not miss your performance
- Plenty of provisions at every checkpoint, including sports drinks, fruit and snacks
- Technical service
- An itinerary
- Medical service, at every checkpoint and at the finish
Optional Extras:
- Cobble – £25 delivered to your hotel
2021 Paris – Roubaix Pro race

You are there to ride the Paris – Roubaix Challenge but why not stay for the Paris – Roubaix professional race as well? For those who would like to view the pro race but who do not want to ride the Roubaix challenge we also offer various options including a 2 or 3 night’s hotel stay for the Pro race – click here

We also offer VIP access and hospitality with our ‘Start to Finish’ experience. More information here
TESTIMONIALS

"2018 Paris - Roubaix"

Just a quick email to say, a huge thank you, to Sports Tours International and in particular our Tour Guide Andy, who was so friendly, helpful and very professional, we had a fantastic weekend and enjoyed every minute of it, we are already planning to get some more trips booked with you.

Many many thanks for everything.

Matt and Alison - April 9, 2018

"2018 Paris - Roubaix"

Probably the best weekend in hell with the amazingly awesome @sportstoursint #parisroubaix

Chapman - April 8, 2018

"2018 Paris - Roubaix"

Sagan! One of the all time greats. Had a fantastic day following the race from start to finish thanks to Sports Tours International

Michael - April 9, 2018

"2018 Paris - Roubaix"

just wanted to drop a quick message to say thanks for a great weekend at Paris Roubaix. Your rep Andy was awesome and made our family feel at welcome from the minute we stepped onto the coach. A trip we’ll never forget ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Gareth - April 11, 2018

"Excellent and everything worked out perfectly"

During my Tour of the Paris Roubaix on the 11th – 14th of April the work from all the people such as Roy Pearson, Ed Nicoll, Dave and especially Andy and his wife Julie was sensational. Overall the event was excellent and everything worked out perfectly. I enjoyed the entire trip and would be happy to do more again with this company due to their excellent work and support for the customers. Andy and his wife Julie were on the coach during the trip and were able to have fun and create an engaging and informative atmosphere whilst travelling. It would be great if you could pass this message on to them and tell them to keep up the good work

Sandy O - April 18, 2014

"Paris Roubaix"

I thought it was a fantastic weekend and everything was spot on from a cyclist point of view. I didn’t have to do anything but turn up ride my bike on the first day and on the second day get a chance to watch the professionals race. In addition the hotel and food was just what was needed especially after the long days. I would also like to praise Andy and Julie who got us to the right places t the right time and made our tour so enjoyable - big thanks to them.

Peter - April 15, 2015
ITINERARY
Friday 9 April 2021 – Arrival day

You have the option to book 2 or 3 nights at our hotels in Roubaix. If you decide to come and join us by flying to Brussels airport, we will run arrival transfers from Brussels airport on Friday the 10th of April at 10.00 and 15.00 from BRU airport (Brussels International, not Charleroi) to our 2 Roubaix hotels.

Please advise us of your flight details at the time of booking or as soon as you have booked your flight and we will come and collect you from Brussels airport. This option is available at an additional £40 per person for a one way transfer and £80 for a return transfer.

Lille Eurostar

There is an excellent connection from the UK to Lille via Eurostar. Roubaix is only a short journey away from Lille.

Don’t want to fly with your bike? Make use of our bike rental service
- Bike rental – Giant Carbon Shimano 105 bikes from £140 – More information
Saturday 10 April – 2021 Paris Roubaix Challenge

Long distance Paris – Roubaix Challenge

After an early breakfast, our coach with bike trailer will take you to the start of the 2021 Paris Roubaix Challenge which will be in Busigny for the 172km distance. You can start from 0700 until 0900 but we will aim to get you there early so you have enough time. Busigny is about 1h30mins from Roubaix and we will get there and you can set off once you are ready. We will collect you directly from the hotel Mercure Roubaix and the hotel Ibis Roubaix so no need to go to the velodrome.

Book this option at an additional £35 per person

Shorter distances

The 145km and 70km distances will start from the Roubaix Velodrome so if you are staying at the Comfort Hotel, Mercure, Hotel de France,Ibis in Roubaix, you can simply ride to the start and back from the finish. These start between 0700 and 1000 and 0700 and 1200 respectively.

Start and finish locations per distance:
- 172km – Start in Busigny from 0700 – 0900 and finish at Velodrome Roubaix
- 70 and 145km – Start and finish at Velodrome in Roubaix
Sunday 11 April – 2021 Paris-Roubaix Pro Race

Cross the Finish Experience – £125 per person – limited places available

In the morning we’ll collect a bag with your clothing and shoes that you’d like to have available to change into later today.

We’ll ride out from the hotel and we’ll ride the final section of today’s Paris – Roubaix. Our bike guide will lead you and you’ll ride on the roads that will see the finish of the 2021 Paris – Roubaix later today. You will ride under the official finish line inside the Velodrome. We will then have exclusive access to the winner’s podium. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to take photos of this amazing experience.

We will have a little bit of time to drop bikes off and visit the famous velodrome showers. You will be able to have a shower. Please note that there will be limited privacy so you may just want to refresh and get changed. We will then walk back for the finish of the race. We will have access to the inside area of the velodrome. Standing access only and you need to bring your own refreshments. After watching the finish, we will take you back to your hotels.

Paris – Roubaix race viewing options on Sunday 11 April, 2021

Enjoy the 2021 Paris – Roubaix including its finale at the Roubaix Velodrome with us on Sunday 11 April. This is a great day of watching one of cycling’s iconic cycling races. From the Start in Compiegne to the Finish at the Roubaix velodrome, you will be at the heart of the drama and enjoy this cycling monument. Below you will find our options for the day; standard ‘Start to Finish’ day, VIP ‘start to finish’ experience and Roubaix Classics Club.

Standard Start to Finish Experience – £85 per person The start in Compiegne

Our comfortable coach will collect you from Roubaix and we will take you to Compiegne to watch the start. You will have time to look around the team bus parking area and see the riders get ready.

Race viewing and stop at Inchy

After the start, we make our way to the cobbled section in Inchy and watch the race. We’ll also have a sandwich lunch here. When the riders are nearly there, we’ll walk across to watch them come past and then we’ll get back on the coach to get to the Roubaix Velodrome, where we will enjoy a finish Line viewing in the Roubaix Classics Club Finish Hospitality Area.
- Transport for you to the Compiegne start and then back to the Roubaix finish
- Viewing at the start in Compiegne, the cobbled section at Inchy
- Sandwich lunch
- Watch the finish in the Roubaix Velodrome from the stands for the general public
VIP Start to Finish Hospitality Experience – £475 per person

Enjoy the 2021 Paris – Roubaix including its finale at the Roubaix Velodrome from the comfort of the hospitality area. This is a great day of watching one of cycling’s iconic cycling races. From the Start in Compiegne to the Finish at the Roubaix velodrome, you will be at the heart of the drama and enjoy this «cycling monument » in an unparalleled environment. More information

‘The Roubaix Classics Club’ – Velodrome seats and food – £179 per person

You will have unlimited access to the open bar and a selection of hors d’oeuvres will be served. Live coverage of the race on TV screens will be available inside the VIP area. The Roubaix Classics Club is located right on the finish line inside the Roubaix Velodrome and is open from 14h30 until 18h00. Whilst at the venue, you will be able to follow the race on giant TV screens whilst enjoying an open bar and light snacks. VIP access to the Roubaix Classics Club includes – More information
- Parking sticker to park at the official parking near the Roubaix velodrome
- Access to the VIP area inside the Velodrome from 14.30 until 18.00
- Drinks and snacks
Roubaix velodrome Finish Hospitality – £250
- Access to the VIP area inside the Roubaix Velodrome
- Open bar (beer and soft drinks) and buffet served all afternoon
- Follow the race on TV screens inside the hospitality area
- Celebratory Cocktail with champagne at the finish of the winner of Paris- Roubaix
- Access to the inside of the Velodrome to be there for the winner’s ceremony
- Opening times: 14h30 > 18h00
Below images show the elevated viewing platforms of the VIP area below plus the access to the middle of the Velodrome area after the race.

Monday 12 April, 2021

Departure airport transfers from Roubaix to Brussels International Airport at 05:00 and 13:00 today. Please book a flight departing after 09:00 today.
HOTELS & PRICING
Mercure Lille Roubaix Grand Hotel

Situated in the very heart of Roubaix, all of the rooms have a contemporary feel, exuding well-being and tranquillity. After a long day, come and relax in the sauna, then enjo...

Ibis Lille Roubaix centre

Your stay here will be for 2 or 3 nights with breakfasts included. Your bike can be kept in your room. Rooms with a double bed for a couple or for a single occupant are availa...

Hotel options and extras

To book, please click on the BOOK NOW button or contact us by email here or call us on +44(0)1617038161

Ibis Roubaix centre

2 nights – Friday, Saturday, Sunday – only rooms with double bed available at this hotel
£209 pp based on sharing a double (1 large bed) room on bed and breakfast basis
£125 supplement per person for the sole occupancy of a room

3 nights – Friday, Saturday, Sunday – only rooms with double bed available at this hotel
£289 pp based on sharing a double (1 large bed) room on bed and breakfast basis
£190 supplement per person for the sole occupancy of a room

Extra nights are available. contact us by email here to book or call us on +44(0)1617038161

Mercure Roubaix centre

3 nights – Friday, Saturday, Sunday – twin rooms and single rooms available
£379 per person based on sharing a twin room on a bed and breakfast basis
£250 supplement per person for the sole occupancy of a room

Extra nights are available contact us by email here to book or call us on +44(0)1617038161

VIP and Hospitality options
- Souvenir cobble – £25
- Cross the Finish Experience – £125 – limited places
- VIP start access in Compiegne – £220
- VIP Start to Finish Experience – includes return transport from Roubaix, VIP Start access, viewing en route and Roubaix Classics Club -£475
- Standard Start to Finish Experience includes return transport from Roubaix and viewing en-route. Access to the Velodrome in the public area – £85
- Roubaix Classics Club – £179
- VIP Roubaix Velodrome Finish Hospitality – £250
Bike rental options
- Giant Contend SL Shimano 105 – £140 – full details here
- Giant TCR Advanced Ultegra – £195 – full details here
- Giant TCR Advanced Ultagra Di2 – £250 – full details here
Airport transfers
- Return airport transfers Brussels International Airport at set times indicated on the itinerary tab – £40 one way and £80 return
Roubaix Challenge entries
- 172km – Starts from Busigny – £50
- 1hr transfer from Roubaix on Saturday morning (not included in the entry fee) – £35
- 145km – Starts and finishes at Velodrome Roubaix – £35
- 70km – Starts from Roubaix – £25
Paris – Roubaix Challenge Hotels
Mercure Lille Roubaix Grand Hotel

Situated in the very heart of Roubaix, a 15 minute drive from Lille itself, the Mercure Lille Roubaix Grand Hôtel is an Art Deco style building with archetypal mouldings, columns and glass work. This stylish and charming hotel is just 500m from the TGV station and just a few metres from the Metro station. All of the rooms have a contemporary feel, exuding well-being and tranquillity. After a long day, come and relax in the sauna.

Hotel Price Extras

Single travellers and twin to share – READ MORE HERE

We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another traveller (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.

Bike storage

Check-in from 12h00 Check out up to 12h00

Online check-in

WIFI/Internet Access

Public indoor parking

Accessibility for people with reduced mobility

Babysitting on request

Reception open 24 hours a day

EARLY CHECK IN FROM 9AM

Dry cleaning / Ironing

Fitness centre Hammam Babysitting on request

Breakfast 1 restaurant(s) 1 bar(s)
Paris – Roubaix Challenge Hotels

Ibis Lille Roubaix centre

Your stay here will be for 2 or 3 nights with breakfasts included. Your bike can be kept in your room. Rooms with a double bed for a couple or for a single occupant are available at this hotel.

The Ibis Roubaix is located in the town centre opposite the McArthur Glen factory outlet, close to the La Piscine museum and the Roubaix STAB velodrome. Lille town centre, Lille Grand Palais and Lille’s train stations are just 20 minutes away by car or metro. The hotel offers 94 air-conditioned rooms with free WIFI, a restaurant, bar, 24-hour snack service and a paying private car park.

Inviting, modern and cosy, with a comfortable bed and a functional bathroom, the Ibis room has got everything you need for a pleasant stay.

Hotel Price

Single travellers and twin to share – READ MORE HERE

We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another traveller (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.
IMPORTANT INFO

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.

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

For passport and visa information, please check the relevant section on this page: https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/passports. General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Click here for the latest travel advice for France, and click here for useful ‘know before you go’ information also from the FCO. 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 running events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
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Q. I am a single traveller, is this trip for me?

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Every year we find lots of people decide to travel to the Paris Roubaix 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. If I take my family along with me, is there lots to do?

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Friends and family are more than welcome to join you on this trip. Whether they decide to explore the local area, or grab a picnic and watch you zoom through the cobbles, there is plenty on offer for everyone on this short cycling trip away.

Q. Do I need a medical certificate?

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You don't need a medical certificate for the Paris Roubaix challenge.

Q. Is bike hire available?

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

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

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Your challenge entry allows you to drop down to a shorter distance. If this means you will be starting from Roubaix instead of Busigny, we cannot guarantee space on our coach in the morning without advanced notice.

Q. How do I enter the Paris Roubaix challenge?

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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.

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