Hosted by
FROM
per person
The trip is online and bookable. The departure is not yet confirmed, but the first ones are already warming up their engines. If you want to be there, block your spot now. The legends are moving ahead.
A bike ride through the heart of the French Pyrenees, among some of the most iconic climbs in world cycling. An experience designed for those who want to experience the mountains in the saddle, improve their performance and ride on roads that have made history in the Tour de France.
This valley is a veritable playground for road cycling: from here you can directly reach some of the most legendary ascents such as Col du Tourmalet, Luz Ardiden, Hautacam, Soulor, Aubisque, Col des Tentes, and Hourquette d’Ancizan. All are accessible routes in “star” format, starting and returning each day from the same base, for a truly local experience with no logistical complications.
Accompanying the group will be Virginia Cancellieri, ultracycler and traveler. Together with her we will experience days of training and sharing, alternating iconic climbs, effort management and moments of recovery, always with a pace designed to enhance the experience and the group.
This trip is designed as a true training & chill camp in the highlands, ideal for those who want to improve their performance among long climbs and challenging elevation changes, while taking a summer break dedicated entirely to cycling.
To ride here is to immerse oneself in one of the most iconic areas of European cycling, where every climb tells a story and every kilometer becomes a step toward greater awareness of one’s abilities. An experience that combines performance, landscape and cycling culture, guided by those who live the bike every day as a means of exploration and growth.
You'll ride with Virginia Cancellieri, cyclist, traveler and the iconic face of gravel and bikepacking in Europe. From road racing to crazy ultracycling races, Virginia uses her bike as a magnifying glass on the world. She combines her curiosity about places and cultures with a methodical approach to studying maps and preparing equipment, because the beauty of a landscape cannot save you if you stay on foot in the desert.
A unique experience on the iconic passes of the Tour de France: Col du Tourmalet, Aubisque, Hautacam, Luz Ardiden and others. Roads that have made cycling history, including long climbs of up to 19 km, drops exceeding 1,400 meters D+ and challenging inclines. A perfect mix of spectacular views and real challenges, to experience firsthand the atmosphere and culture of the great mountain stages.
Arrival at the Lourdes airport and private transfer to our lodging, Ostal du Bergons, a property strategically located in the heart of the Pyrenees. The transfer takes about 30 minutes, passing through the valley’s first mountainous landscapes.
The meeting point will be directly at the airport; the time will be communicated upon confirmation of the trip, so as to better coordinate the group’s arrivals.
The day will be devoted to acclimatization. If time permits, we will do a light first outing to loosen up the legs and start getting familiar with the area.
In the evening, dinner prepared by our private chef and briefing together with Virginia, during which we will analyze the routes and GPX tracks of the following days’ outings.
 Meals included |
 Activities included |
|
|
Four days dedicated to the heart of the experience: daily rides over the iconic passes of the Pyrenees, starting and returning to the same base (star format), for simple logistics and a unique experience.
We will ride on some of the most legendary climbs in world cycling, tackling routes that combine long ascents, major gradients and spectacular views:
The outings will be structured with GPX routes, adapting mileage and pace to the level of the group, with a focus on effort management, uphill pace and recovery.
Indicative daily distances
Each day will alternate training and sharing, with moments dedicated to nutrition, recovery and technical discussion with Virginia, to experience the mountains in a complete, conscious and performing way.
| Meals included |
Activities included |
|
|
Last morning outing to say goodbye to the Pyrenees, pedaling once more through the mountains before returning.
Breakfast, prepare luggage and transfer to Lourdes airport for return.
| Meals included |
Activities included |
|
|
During the trip we will be staying at Ostal du Bergons, in the heart of the French Pyrenees, an authentic facility surrounded by nature, designed to accommodate small groups and create an atmosphere of sharing and connection with the land.
Located in the Argelès-Gazost valley, Ostal is a gîte dedicated to sports and wellness stays, created precisely with the aim of accommodating experiences such as training camps, retreats and active travel. The gîte offers cozy common areas, a terrace with mountain views, and ideal settings for relaxing and recovering after bike rides.
We will have at our disposal the entire facility exclusively, to experience it in an intimate and immersive setting. Accommodations are in double rooms with single beds; it is possible to request a single room at extra charge, subject to availability.
One of the distinctive elements of the stay will be the presence of a private chef, who will prepare meals each day designed to support sporting activity, with attention to the quality of ingredients and the nutritional needs of cyclists.
This trip is designed for intermediate and advanced bike lovers, accustomed to cycling for several consecutive days. The daily stages vary between 80 and 110 km, but this is not a race: the pace will be managed in a relaxed manner, with breaks, refreshments and recovery time along the way.
If you are not sure if you meet all the requirements, write to us at hello@outdoo.it or send us a message on WhatsApp, and we will evaluate together whether this trip may be right for you.
For this trip, it is recommended that you bring your own bike as checked sport luggage, or, if you prefer, you can rent one on site directly at the facility.
In addition to your bike, you’ll need technical road cycling clothing for several days (summer and spring garments), shoes and helmet, sunglasses, windbreaker jacket for descents, water bottles, sunscreen and jellies and bars.
In any case, we will send you a detailed list before departure to help you prepare as best as possible.
If you prefer to avoid shipping your bike, you can rent one directly at the facility.
The rental cost is about 50€ per day.
We recommend that you indicate your request at the time of registration so that you can lock in the desired model early, as availability is limited.
To ensure an exclusive and personalized experience, places are limited to 8 participants.
If you are an Italian citizen, you must be in possession of a valid Passport or Identity Card valid for travel to France, valid and with an expiration date that exceeds the period of stay in the country.
For up-to-date information, we recommend you consult the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Viaggiare Sicuri.
If you are not an Italian citizen, we encourage you to check entry requirements through the official channels of your country of citizenship.
Yes, our trips always include medical-baggage insurance valid only for the official duration of the trip and for the services included in the package.
For more information on coverage see the information set.
The insurance is valid only for persons domiciled or resident in Italy or the Republic of San Marino.
If you are domiciled or resident in a different state, please contact us to check the possibility of integrating additional insurance coverage valid for residents of your country.
The trip is non-cancelable and non-refundable.
If you want to book safely and protect yourself from the unexpected, you can add trip cancellation insurance policy at the time of purchase.
Coverage is valid only for the official duration of the trip and for the services included in the package, guaranteeing reimbursement in case of demonstrable reasons that prevent you from participating.
For full details of the policy, see the information set.
This policy is valid only for persons domiciled or residing in Italy and the Republic of San Marino, possessing a Tax Code.
If you do not fit these criteria, please contact us to find the insurance solution best suited to your case.
First, we invite you to consult our general FAQ: you may find the answer you’re looking for right away. If you need further support, however, you can email us at hello@outdoo.it or send us a message on WhatsApp.
FROM
per person
The trip is online and bookable. The departure is not yet confirmed, but the first ones are already warming up their engines. If you want to be there, block your spot now. The legends are moving ahead.
Send us an email at hello@outdoo.it, message us on WhatsApp or schedule a call
Send us an email at hello@outdoo.it, message us on WhatsApp or schedule a call
