Challenge 1-2-3
Conquer The Flandrien
in 72 Hours
Flanders, the heartland of cycling, is calling you for an unbelievable experience. Hit 59 iconic berg & cobble segments, marked on the road and tracked online, in less than 72 hours. If you succeed, we’ll make you a legend: with your own personalised stone on the wall of fame of the Centre Ronde van Vlaanderen in Oudenaarde. Read more about this challenge HERE...
Challenge 4 :
TT - "Muur van Geraardsbergen"
Challenge 5 :
"Eddy Merckx Cycling Center"
Experience the thrill
of a track cycler... How to break the hour record?
Challenge 6-7 :
"Sven Nys Cycling Center"
Offroad Cyclo Cross circuit
BMX Mountainbike Freestyle Track
Challenge 8 :
"To Walk Again"
Who can beat Marc Herremans
in Hand Biking?
You WIN this challenge ? .... Smile of Europe donates 100€ per rider to sponsor the work of " TO WALK AGAIN "
If you LOSE this challenge however .... You will have to donate 100€ to sponsor the work of this honorable organisation by yourself.
Since 2003, To Walk Again has stood for great ambitions in the field of sports, exercise and rehabilitation for adults and children with a physical disability. To Walk Again gives hope and perspective again by allowing them to (again) enjoy their own talents and skills to the fullest through sport and rehabilitation. But together they strive every day for a more inclusive society. With our stories we inspire and try to achieve impact to ease life with a physical disability.
Challenge 9 :
Paris-Roubaix :
Survive the Legendary
"Hell of the North"
We will cross the border from Belgium into France and cycle on mountain bikes towards Templeuve. Here we will START the final part (40km) of Paris-Roubaix. 7 cobble stone-zones including Templeuve – Moulin de Vertain (1) / Cysoing – Bourghelles (2) / Bourghelles – Wannehain (3) / Camphin-en-Pévèle (4) / Le Carrefour de l’Arbre (5) / Gruson (6) and Hem (7) are waiting for you. In the end we shall finish our epic cycling adventure on the famous Vélodrome André-Pétrieux
A Final Challenge 10 :
Indoor cycling competition on rollers
Register for our exciting Cycling Challenge before
15 March 2024 -
Where do we stay?
Our award winning historic hotel was constructed in 1902 and occupies three spacious buildings clustered around a cobbled courtyard. Located in the heart of the Flemish Ardennes, the Flandrien has been described as the “ultimate place for cyclists” and featured in publications such as The Guardian and Cyclist Magazine. The large Clubhouse is your cosy home away from home where you can watch cycling events on the big screen and try a wide selection of Belgian beers. We also have a Technogym fitness centre, library, mezzanine lounge and beautiful garden. Flandrien Hotel can accommodate up to 18 overnight guests and offers comfortable accommodation with various room types. Our rooms are spacious and stylish with power showers, WiFi, crisp linen and comfortable mattresses for a restful night’s sleep. Every room is unique, decorated with cycling art. Read more about Flandrien Hotel HERE...
Villa Montana is a holiday home in an original Spanish style located just outside the center of Geraardsbergen. We can accommodate 6 VIP guests with every comfort, in 2 single bed rooms and another 2 twin bedded- guest rooms. There is also a shared kitchen available to guests. In and around the house you will feel like you are in Spain rather than in Flanders. Relax by the beautiful swimming pool, completely unwind in the spacious and peaceful garden or explore the region by bike. The possibilities are endless.
You can also bring your own road bike. However, if you wish to do so you will be solely responsible for your own transport by air / packing & unpacking / insurance in case of damage to your own bicycle - (deduct 10,000 baht from our tour price)
Our VIP Prestige Cycling Experience Package includes a 5-Day rental of a unique ex Pro Team bicycle or an e-Bike (for the less fit)
Note: Renters of our hire bikes are liable for damages to their hire bike during the period of hire, treat it like your own for the rental period. Bikes are set up to your measurements before your arrival and are fully serviced by our professional mechanic.
Many guests find it convenient to hire one of our professionally prepared quality hire bikes. Hire a bike so that you’re not lugging a bike around on your extended European holiday. Hire a bike and mitigate damage or delays during international transit.
The Flandrien Hotel offers High Quality Race Bikes from Cannondale and similar brands that are specifically set-up for riding on cobbles. We also have a fleet of Unique ex Pro Team Bicycles to hire, as well as beautiful “Neo Retro” bicycles from the Italian brand GIOS Torino.
Superior Cycling Experience package includes a 5-Day rental of a high quality road bike.
Tour Program
Day 01: Bangkok - Flight - Brussels - Explore Geraardsbergen (Belgium)
Day 02: Geraardsbergen - Time Trial Challenge FOUR (Belgium)
Day 03: Flandrien Challenge Day ONE - (75km) (Belgium)
Day 04: Flandrien Challenge Day TWO - (190km) (Belgium)
Day 05: Flandrien Challenge Day THREE - (142km) (Belgium)
Day 06: Eddy Merckx Cycling Center Ghent - Challenge FIVE (Belgium)
Day 07: Sven Nys Cycling Academy Tremelo - Cyclocross & BMX Challenge SIX - SEVEN (Belgium)
Day 08: To Walk Again Herentals - Hand Bike Challenge EIGHT (Belgium)
Day 09: Rest day - visit 4Gold / Eddy Merckx Bicycle Factory / Bike Valley Windtunnel / Remco Evenepoel Fan Club & REV Shop (Belgium)
Day 10: Paris-Roubaix / Hell of the North Challenge NINE / Overnight in Lille (France)
Day 11: Lille - Mont Saint Michel (France)
Day 12: Mont Saint Michel (France)
Day 13: Mont Saint Michel - Paris (France)
Day 14: Paris - HST Eurostar - Brussels - Geraardsbergen Challenge TEN
Day 15: Brussels - Flight - Bangkok
Day 16: Arrive in Bangkok / end of our exciting cycling adventure
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