The World Championships Experience - June to October 2020
Explore the roads of the 2020 World Championships.
From the vineyards of the Rhône Valley to the legendary Alpine passes of Valais, this four-day tour takes you through the magnificent landscapes ahead of the 2020 UCI World Championships.
We are delighted to able to offer a variety of packages based in Martigny running from From June 13 to October 18, 2020. Bookings are possible from Monday to Sunday.
Please note this offer is not valid between the 20 to 27 September 2020.
The race for rainbow
In September, the world’s best cyclists descend on Martigny for the 2020 World Championships. 7 days of exciting racing, surrounded by the world’s most beautiful alpine scenery. To mark this occasion, we’re offering this special trip for 2020, celebrating the race with a tour of the area. We’ll take on the main climbs, and show you the hidden gems dotted around the region.
Local guides. Passionate cyclists.
Combined, our guides, coaches and support staff have decades of experience, even some years in the WorldTour. We’re passionate about the region, and can’t wait to help you discover hidden gems and local hideaways.
Fully supported riding.
Get the pro experience with full support and guiding.
No complicated journeys.
Martigny is a simple train away from Geneva Airport meaning less transfers and more riding.
Plus, during the week, all our rides will start and finish in Martigny, straight from the hotel.
The Calendar
Day 0
Arrival to Martigny. The closest airport is Geneva. Private transfers can be organised for group bookings. Alternatively there is a direct train from Geneva Airport to Martigny where you will be picked up and transferred to your accommodation.
Day 1
Distance: 70km
Elevation Gain: 1,900m
Major Climbs: Col de la Croix de Coeur, 20km, Ave gradient 7%
An easy start from Martigny along the valley floor to warm up the legs, winding our way through vin yards and orchards before tacking our first climb starting from Riddes, and it’s a tough one! The Col de la Croix de Coeur at 2,174m. The views from the top are stunning and well worth the effort. A long descent through the ski resort of Verbier and down to Martigny is your reward for your efforts.
Day 2
Distance: 68km
Elevation Gain: 2,700m
Major Climbs: Petite Forclaz, 4.1km, Max Gradient 15% – Col de la Forclaz, 8km, Avg. gradient 8% – Emosson Dam 13km, Ave. Gradient 6.6%, Max Gradient 11.7%
Day 2 gets a taste of what the professionals will experience in September with the Petite Forclaz climb. Luckily we will be doing this only once! Rather than heading back down to Martingy, the route takes up towards Emosson Dam at 1,967m, the finish of the 2016 Tour de France. There is still graffiti on the roads from the fans supporting their idols. It’s back down to Martigny for a well deserved rest.
Day 3
Distance: 110km
Elevation Gain: 2,800m
Major Climbs: Col du Sanetsch 29km, Ave. Gradient 6%, Max 8.7% – Col du Pillon
One of the best cycling secrets in Switzerland. This amazing loop is hard but worth the effort. A stunning climb that starts in the valley floor and climbs though vin yards, woodlands and meadows, with spectacular views of the mountains all around. The descent from the top of the Col du Sanetsch is a small cable car down to Gsteig, with a short climb to the top of Col du Pillon before a long descent down to the valley floor and the town of Aigle and back to Martigny.
Day 4
Distance: 40km
Elevation Gain: 1,300m
Major Climbs: Col des Planches 10.2km, Ave. Gradient 8.9% Max 16.4% – Col du Tronc – Col du Lein
The final day of this epic trip starts with a steep climb straight from Martigny, the Col des Planches. The climb is a favourite on the Tour de Romandie and Tour de Suisse. The route includes the smaller Col du Tronc and Col du Lein on sections of unpaved roads before heading back towards Martigny.
Departure.
World class riding in the beautiful Vaud and Valais region of the Swiss Alps
4 nights Accommodation in a B&B, 3* or 4* hotel
Breakfast included
Detailed travel documents with GPS data of the route
Guiding with local and knowledgable guides
