PYRENEES COAST TO COAST
Take on 15 cols in 6 days on this iconic route
Dates
7th - 14th September 2025
(Minimum numbers of 10)
Price
£1,795 per person
(Single supplement of £375)
Experience level
This is our most challenging trip with daily distances of c.70-90 miles and 2,500+ metres of climbing
The Pyrenees is one of Europe's top cycling destinations, used annually in the Tour de France and providing some of the most exhilarating viewing of the whole Tour! The mountains here are tough, but the scenery is spectacular and it has a sense of calm that we feel sets it apart from the Alps.
We'll take you on a journey across this stunning landscape, from the Atlantic Coast over to the Mediterranean, with a total of 15 cols to tackle in between! The scenery does not relent for the whole trip as we take on the formidable Cols du Tourmalet, Aubisque, Peyresourde and Aspin as well as cycling through some of the more remote and quieter roads.
We will typically be covering between 70 to 90 miles per day with varying amounts of climbing to be done! WIth a total of 700km and over 14,000m to cover, this is no mean feat, but the satisfaction of conquering these iconic climbs and enjoying some stunning scenery will be worth every pedal stroke!
Read more here about what our previous clients had to say.
Stage 1: Hendaye to Oloron Sainte Marie (135km, 1,995m)
We'll leave the bustling coastal town of Hendaye behind and having ridden along the Atlantic shores for a few miles, we'll turn inland towards the stunning Pyrenees. Early on we'll be
passing through lots of pretty Basque settlements made famous by their uniform white and burgundy houses. Our first climb of note, the Col de St Ignace comes just after leaving the
wonderful village of
Ascain, followed by the Col De Pinodieta and finally, the biggest test of the day, the Col d'Osquich. Interspersed on these climbs are rolling hills that will make this day seem tougher
than its comparable elevation gain may suggest - with one final little tester to get to the wonderful town of Oloron St Marie for our evening stop over.
Stage 2: Oloron St Marie to Pierrefitte Nestales (89km, 1800m)
We'll begin day two with a relatively gentle 35km ride to the Town of Laurens and the foot of the mighty col D'Aubisque! After a short descent we'll then tackle to small climb over the col de Souler before descending all the way down to the quaint ski town of Pierrefitte Nestales.
Day Three - Pierrefitte Nestales to Bagneres de Luchon (108km, 3200m)
Today sees us taking on the absolute pinnacle of alpine climbing - the ethereal Tourmalet! The word bucket list is ofteen used, but this climb really should make every list! The fun continues once we have descended with further climbs of the Col de Aspin and Peyresourde before one final exhilarating descent into the gorgeous town of Bagneres de Luchon.
Stage 4: Bagneres de Luchon to Tarascon Sur Ariege (140km, 2600m)
The longest day of the tour sees us pass into the natural park Ariegeoises, having first conquered the minor col de la Serre and the challenging col de Portet de Aspet. A glorious 35km descent then follows before we are back climbing on our final challenge of the day up the col de Port. A staggeringly beautiful descent then finishes off a truly memorable day of cycling!
Stage 5: Tarascon Sur Ariege to Prades (125km, 2450m)
We'll begin today's stage following the relatively flat valley road with some undulating rolling lumps and false flats. A great warm up before then turning off and up the almighty Col de Pailheres. A technical descent following by a climb up and away from the Ariege to the region of the Oriantellles will lead us to our final challenge of the day, the Col de Creu. Luckily you'll be rewarded with a superb 40km to our resting spot for the evening in the Mediterranean feeling town of Prades.
Stage 6: Prades to Collioure (80km, 1,000m)
We can almost smell the seaside as we climb back on our bikes again today for the last push! The initial part of the day sees us descend further down and away from the Pyrenees Catalanes before
hitting one last climb (we couldn't resist!). A technical yet wonderful descent then follows as you work your way to the Mediterranean coast for well earned celebrations and a rest - what
an achievement!!!
Package includes:
- Transport from Bilbao airport to our first hotel and back to Barcelona at the end of the tour (based on group arrival / departure)
- 7 nights hotel accommodation including breakfast
- Dinner on each night of the tour
- Lunch and refreshments on each riding day
- Welcome briefing and daily route briefings
- GPX files for route guidance
- Support & guidance of a ride sweeper
- Support vehicle
- Luggage transfer
Not included: Transport to and from the tour, Travel insurance, Tourist tax
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