Paris – Roubaix Challenge

Paris Roubaix 2023 Itinerary

Friday 14th April 2023 – Arrival day

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

You can book 3 nights at our hotel the Ibis Roubaix Centre. We will also be running arrival transfers from Brussels airport today. They will depart at 10.00, and 15.00 from Brussels International (BRU) airport to the hotel in Roubaix.

Please make us aware of your details, for flights into Belgium, at the time of booking, or as soon as possible once your flights have been booked. We will come and collect you, from Brussels airport, at the time you arrange your transfer. You can book transfers for an additional cost.

Lille Eurostar

If travelling in from the UK, be aware there is an excellent Eurostar connection into Lille, from which Roubaix is only a short journey.

2023 Paris Roubaix Challenge – Saturday 15th April 

The shorter distances start and finish in Roubaix at the Roubaix Velodrome. The longer distance starts in Busigny but also finishes in Roubaix at the velodrome. Busigny is about an hour from Roubaix and we provide transport there in the morning.

Long distance Paris – Roubaix Challenge

Breakfast will be prepared early, in fitting with event times, after which our coach (and bike trailer) will transport you and your bike to the start of the 2023 Paris Roubaix Challenge. The start of the event will be held in Busigny for this year’s 172 km (long) distance. Start time range from 07:00 until 09:00, however we aim to be there early, giving you enough time to prepare. Busigny is approximately a 90 min drive from Roubaix, then, once we arrive, you can set off as soon as you are ready. We will collect you, for transport to the race, direct from the hotel Ibis Lille so you do not need to head to the velodrome. We will use a bike trailer to safely carry your bike.

Shorter distances

The 70 km and 145 km  distance options both start at the Velodrome in Roubaix so you can simply ride, from your hotel to the start, and back once you have finished. The shorter distance events have starts between 07:00 and 12:00 and 07:00 and 10:00 respectively.

Start and finish locations per distance:

• 172 km – Start from Busigny between 07:00 – 09:00, finish at Velodrome Roubaix
• 70 km and 145 km – Start and finish both at  Velodrome in Roubaix

2023 Paris-Roubaix Pro Race – Sunday 16th April 

Be at the heart of action at the 2023 Paris Roubaix including the electric finish at the Roubaix Velodrome with us on our viewing day 10th April 2023. This is the perfect viewing day for one of cycling’s iconic cycling races. From the Start in Compiegne right through to the Finish in the famous Roubaix velodrome, you won’t miss a moment of the incredible drama at this cycling monument. Below you can see further detail of our various options for the day; standard ‘Start to Finish’ day,  VIP ‘start to finish’ experience, and Roubaix Classics Club.

Standard Start to Finish Experience 

Itinerary is provisional and unforeseen, and sometimes sudden, circumstances can cause changes to plans

• Collection from hotel with transfer to the start of the race in Compiegne
• Watch the build up to the race and then as the race gets underway in Compiegne
• Packed lunch provided
• Stop at Inchy to watch passage over cobbled section
• Transport to the finish at Roubaix Velodrome
• Watch the finish from the public spaces in the Velodrome

Compiegne Start Village 

• Access to the covered VIP area at the start of the race
• Breakfast is served throughout the morning
• Access to the team warm up area
• Front view of the signing on podium

Opening times: 08:30 – 11:15

VIP Start to Finish Hospitality Experience 

Experience the Paris – Roubaix including the electric finish in the Roubaix Velodrome, in comfort and style, at the hospitality area. This is a unique way to watch one of cycling’s most iconic races. From the Start to Finish, you will be able to enjoy all the excitement and drama of this cycling monument in an unparalleled environment.

Start of the day – 07:00

• Collection from Roubaix, transfer to the start in Compiegne
• 08:30 – Access to the covered VIP area at the start
• Breakfast is served throughout the morning
• Access to the team warm up area
• Front view of the signing on podium
• 11:15 – Depart from Compiegne
• Transport to Roubaix, viewing stop at Inchy and packed lunch (provided)
• 14h30 – Access to Roubaix Velodrome Finish Hospitality area
• Direct view from your seat on the finish-line
• Open bar (beer and soft drinks) served all afternoon
• Follow the race on large screen across in front of seats

End of Experience – 18:00

VIP Start to Finish Experience with Roubaix Classic Club – £TBC

• Transport for you to the Compiegne start and then back to the Roubaix finish
• VIP Access
• The start in Compiegne from 08h00 – finish at Roubaix velodrome 18.00 in Roubaix
• Breakfast at the VIP lounge
• Exclusive access to the pro cyclist signing-in area, the teams warm-up paddock areas and the start of the race.
• Vehicle accreditation offering great views at various stops on the race.
• Race viewing and stop at Inchy including sandwich lunch
• Coach transportation to the Roubaix Velodrome.
• Roubaix Classic Club – Until 18:00 – Includes:
• A seat on the covered grandstand situated directly in front of the finish line inside of the Vélodrome de Roubaix
• Direct view on the Velodrome and the finish line
• Open bar with beer and soft drinks

Roubaix Classics Club 

• A seat on the covered grandstand, situated directly in front of the finish line, inside the Vélodrome de Roubaix
• Open bar with beer and soft drinks
• Follow the race live on a big screen directly across
• 1 parking per booking of 4 people

Opening Times 14:30 – 18:00

Roubaix Velodrome Finish Hospitality

• 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 race, to toast the winner of Paris- Roubaix
• Access to the inside of the Velodrome, to be there for the winner’s ceremony

Opening times: 14:30 – 18:00

Monday 17th April, 2023

Departure transfers from Roubaix to Brussels International Airport will run at 05:00 and 13:00 today. If you wish to use a transfer, please be sure to book flights departing after 09:00.