Paris – Roubaix Challenge

Roubaix Challenge Sat April 11/ Paris-Roubaix Sun April 12, 2020

2020 Paris Roubaix Challenge

Roubaix Challenge Sat April 11/ Paris-Roubaix Sun April 12, 2020

Duration: 3 nights Distance: Various distances

The 2020 Paris-Roubaix Challenge on Saturday 11 April 2020 gives you the opportunity to ride most of the Paris – Roubaix route including all of the cobbles of one of the oldest and most significant of cycling events. The professionals will tackle the same roads the day after on the spring classic Paris Roubaix on Sunday 12 April 2020. Sports Tours International offers a variety of hotels for 3 nights in Roubaix with guaranteed entry as well as various other travel options to this enormously popular, mythical race.

DETAILS
The 2020 Roubaix Challenge event will be held on Saturday 11 April the day before the ‘Hell of the North’ the Paris Roubaix Pro Race which takes places on Sunday 12 April, 2020. 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, mythical race.

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The shorter Roubaix Challenge distances start and finish at the Roubaix Velodrome which is within cycling distance from our hotels in Roubaix and the long distance which starts in Busigny requires a transfer to the start which we also provide.

Philippe Gilbert (Deceuninck-Quick Step) delivered a masterclass on the way to Roubaix to claim his fifth success in a Monument, after his victories 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), who also featured in the long-rang attack that eventually led to Gilbert’s triumph

Commemorative cobble stone

Something cool to remember your trip is one of our souvenir cobbles. Add to your booking for £20.

Different travel and event options

We offer various options of enjoying 2020 Paris Roubaix with the possibility to add various options to your package like Roubaix Challenge entry, the transport to the start of the long distance event, Roubaix Pro race viewing options, bike rental and more. Our options are:
- a 3 night’s stay at a variety of hotels in Roubaix
- a 3 night coach tour from the UK with all in-resort transport included
- a 2 night’s stay in Roubaix to buy with VIP access tickets
- stand alone options like: overland bike transport from the UK, spectator tours, VIP and hospitality tickets
Included with all packages:
- A safe pair of hands – More information
- Entry pack delivered to your hotel (only if booked with us)
- 3 night’s hotel in Roubaix
- 3 breakfasts at convenient times for the event(s)
- All hotel taxes
- The services of our Sports Tours International staff
- Secure bike storage at the hotel
Bike rental options

All bikes will be delivered to you on arrival and fitted by our mechanic and include: two bottle holders, spare tubes , pump and tyre levers. Please bring your own pedals, helmet and clothing. Below prices are for 3 days rental and include insurance. Extra days are available on request.
- Cannondale SuperSix Evo Ultegra – £139 – full details here
- Cannondale Synapse Disc/no Disc 2018 – £229 – full details here
Coach tour from the UK – staying at Hotel Comfort in Roubaix Tourcoing – from £489 per person

Hotel options without UK coach – staying at a choice of hotels in Roubaix – from £209 per person

Ideal for those who are self-drive, arrive by Lille Eurostar or at Brussels airport or those who just need a hotel. Please refer to the Hotel Options tab for all available options and prices
- 2* Apart’Hotel de France – 3 nights from £289 per person
- 3* Ibis Roubaix Centre – 2 nights from £209 per person
- 4* Mercure Roubaix Centre – 3 nights from £349 per person
Available at additional cost with your hotel booking:
- Return airport transfers Brussels International Airport at set times indicated on the itinerary tab – £75 with our package and £100 without our package
- Transport from your hotel to the start in Busigny for the long distance Roubaix Challenge with coach and customised bike trailer – £35 per person
- Roubaix Challenge Cyclo-Sportive entry, all distances accommodated – see prices in ‘Read More’ section
- Bike rental – £209 for the weekend (Cannondale Carbon Ultegra) – More information
- Start to Finish coach tour on Sunday: Paris – Roubaix day – Read more details on the Itinerary tab – £75 per person (£100 if booked without hotel)
- VIP Start to Finish by minibus on Paris – Roubaix day – VIP access and hospitality with our ‘Vip Start to Finish’ experience – £475 per person – More information here
- ‘The Roubaix Classics Club’ – Velodrome VIP Finish access – £170 per person – More information here
- Sports travel insurance – please visit our insurance page
- Overland bike transport service from the UK and Ireland – £190 per person
- 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 £100 per person for a return if booked as a stand alone option and £75 if booked with one of our hotels. Please note that we will only drop off and collect at the hotel Mercure Roubaix so please make your way to and from your onward destination from there. Arrival airport transfers to Roubaix are at 10.00, 15.00 and 21.00 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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2020 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 11th in 2020 which is the day before the pros race over the cobbles. The event will cover a good proportion of the 2020 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.

2020 Paris – Roubaix Challenge and Pro Race weekend options without hotel:

We offer a variety of services and some of these are also available as stand alone options so without the need to buy a package from us.
- Entry for all distances – see prices below
- Bike rental – £209 (Trek Carbon Ultegra), £219 (Cannondale Carbon Ultegra) – More information
- Transport to the start in Busigny (long distance) with coach and customised bike trailer – £45 with collection from Mercure Roubaix, not the Velodrome
- Arrival airport transfers to Roubaix at 10.00, 15.00 and 21.00 on Friday from BRU airport to and from Mercure Roubaix (Brussels International, not Charleroi) – Departure airport transfers from Roubaix at 05:00 and 13:00 on Monday – £100
- Start to Finish coach tour on Paris – Roubaix day – £100 per person
- VIP Start to Finish by minibus on Paris – Roubaix day – We also offer VIP access and hospitality with our ‘Start to Finish’ experience – £475 per person – More information here
- ‘The Roubaix Classics Club’ – Velodrome VIP Finish access – £170 per person – More information here
2020 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 either Cambrai or Roubaix on Saturday morning
- 1hr transfer back to Cambrai after the finish
- Riders staying in Roubaix can ride from finish back to hotel
145km – Starts and finishes at Velodrome Roubaix – £35
- 1hr30mins transfer from Cambrai on Saturday morning
- 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 – £20
2020 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 10 April 2020 – Arrival day:

Coach Tour from the UK staying in Roubaix Tourcoing

Our coach tour will be staying at the B&B hotel in Tourcoing. Our touring coach is equipped with a box trailer for the safe storage of bikes in bike bags, our predicted collection schedule:

UK coach – Staying in Roubaix Tourcoing
- Leeds City Square at approximately 05.00
- Knutsford Services (M6 Southbound)
- Keele Services (M6)
- Birmingham International
- Oxford Services M40
- South Mimms Services
- Thurrock Services
- Dover Eastern Docks
We will take a ferry early in the afternoon from Calais to Dover. On arrival in Roubaix, your evening meal will be waiting for you and you will enjoy a meal and a good night’s sleep. If you are taking part in the Roubaix Challenge, your entry pack will also be available at the hotel tonight.

Bike rental is also available and your bike will be waiting for you on arrival at the hotel.

Roubaix hotel options for Brussels airport arrival and self-arrival to hotel:

You have the option to book 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, 15.00 and 21.00 from BRU airport (Brussels International, not Charleroi) to the 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 £75 if booked with hotel and £100 as a stand alone option. If you choose the transfer only option then we will drop you off at hotel Mercure Roubaix centre.

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 rentals or bike transport service
- Bike rental – £209 (Cannondale Carbon Ultegra) – More information
- Overland bike transport service from the UK and Ireland available at £190 per bike
Saturday 11 April – 2020 Paris Roubaix Challenge

Roubaix hotels

Long distance Paris – Roubaix Challenge

After an early breakfast, our coach with bike trailer will take you to the start of the 2020 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 (£45 if booked without hotel but we will only collect from our 2 hotels, not the velodrome)

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 12 April – 2020 Paris-Roubaix Pro Race

UK Coach Tour itinerary

After breakfast we’ll go to the start area in Compiegne to watch the start of the 2020 Paris-Roubaix pro race, after which, we’ll guide take you to the cobbled sector at Inchy to view the riders come past and finally we will take you to the finish at the Velodrome at Roubaix.

Provisional daily itinerary

(note that unforeseen circumstances on the day may force us to change our plans)
- Collection from hotel and transfer to Compiegne
- Watch the build up and race start in Compiegne
- Packed lunch
- Stop at the cobbled section at Inchy
- Finish at Roubaix Velodrome
As it may be hard to find a place for food during the day, we will have a sandwich lunch near Inchy.

Roubaix hotels itinerary

Paris – Roubaix race viewing options on Sunday 12 April, 2020

Enjoy the 2020 Paris – Roubaix including its finale at the Roubaix Velodrome with us on Sunday 12 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 – £75 per person or £100 if booked without hotel

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 it 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.
- 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 general stands open to the public
VIP Start to Finish Hospitality Experience – £475 per person

Enjoy the 2020 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 VIP access only – £170 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. You will also receive a copy of the official 2020 Paris-Roubaix road book. 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
Monday 13 April, 2020

UK Coach Tour

We will leave after breakfast and travel to Calais for the 12.30pm ferry to Dover. We’ll arrive in London at 15.00, Birmingham at 18.00, Manchester/Sheffield 20.00 and Leeds by 21.00. If you are making onward travel arrangements, please be aware that the above times are subject to change and may alter due to circumstances on the day.

Roubaix hotels

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 de France Roubaix

PLEASE NOTE – STAR RATING IS UNOFFICIAL AND PROVIDED AS A GUIDE ONLY. Centrally located on Roubaix’s Grand Place, and housed in a historic building dating back to ...

Comfort Hotel L’Union

Our stay here is on Bed & Breakfast basis. There is a restaurant in the hotel (payable locally) or there are places to eat both near the hotel and near the velodrome. The...

Hotel options

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

Coach tour from the UK – staying at Hotel Comfort in Roubaix Tourcoing (3 miles from velodrome)

£489 per person based on sharing a twin room on half board basis
£190 supplement per person for the sole occupancy of a room
£25 reduction for spectators. To book spectators, please book the package as normal and contact us so we can apply the reduction to your booking

Included with coach tour from the UK
- Return coach travel from various pick up locations in the UK
- Bike transport in a trailer for your bike in a box or bag
- Ferry crossings
- 3 nights hotel at the Comfort hotel Tourcoing***
- Hotel taxes
- 3 breakfasts and evening meals with drinks
- Coach transport to Busigny and/or Roubaix on Paris – Roubaix Challenge day
- Additional support and food on Roubaix Challenge day
- Paris – Roubaix viewing at the Compiegne start, Trouee d’Arenberg and the Velodrome
- Lunch stop on Paris – Roubaix Pro Race day with sandwich lunch
- A Sports Tours International cycling jersey made by Castelli (cyclists only) – More information here
Hotel de France Roubaix centre

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
£140 supplement per person for the sole occupancy of a room

Extra nights are available for £140 per room for 2 people and £130 per room for a single room. contact us by email here to book 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 for £140 per room for 2 people and £130 per room for a single room. 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 for £200 per room for 2 people and £180 per room for a single room. contact us by email here to book or call us on +44(0)1617038161
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.

Paris – Roubaix Challenge Hotels

Hotel de France Roubaix

PLEASE NOTE – STAR RATING IS UNOFFICIAL AND PROVIDED AS A GUIDE ONLY.

Centrally located on Roubaix’s Grand Place, and housed in a historic building dating back to 1892, the Hotel de France is the ideal place for a warm and welcoming stay. Rooms are spacious with a modern design, and are equipped with coffee machine, fridge and microwave.

Your stay here is on Bed & Breakfast basis. The hotel has its own recently renovated restaurant if you want to book locally, and the hotel’s central location means there are several restaurants within walking distance.

Watch a video about the hotel here

Paris – Roubaix Challenge Hotels

Comfort Hotel L’Union

Our stay here is on Bed & Breakfast basis. There is a restaurant in the hotel (payable locally) or there are places to eat both near the hotel and near the velodrome. The hotel was renovated in 2018, and all rooms are air-conditioned, with en-suite bathrooms. All rooms also have flatscreen TV & free WiFi. The Roubaix Velodrome is located at just 5km from the hotel.

If you are arriving by car, the hotel has free car parking. The Comfort Hotel is situated between Roubaix and Tourcoing, near the areas of “L’Union” and “La Plaine Image” and opposite the Tour Mercure business park. The “Mercure” underground stop is a few minutes walk. If you arrive by car the hotel is located at junction 10 of the motorway.

All our rooms are air conditioned and has been renovated in 2018.
IMPORTANT INFO

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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

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.

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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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 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?

A.
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?

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

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.

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

A.
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?

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.

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