HAUTE ROUTE
PYRENEES
RACE THE SEVEN DAYS EVENT OF HAUTE ROUTE PYRENEES
LIKE A PRO WITH OMR PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
START/FINISH
ANDORRA - PAU
DURATION
7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS
AVG.DISTANCE
130 KM
AVG.ELEVATION
1'750 MT
DIFFICULTY
HIGHLIGHTS
Discover narrow roads, wild country and steep climbs on the Haute Route Pyrenees. Serving up a good helping of the best of the Pyrenees, this 5-day event is a challenge designed for cycling enthusiasts from across the globe.
The Haute Route Pyrenees is the most rustic and naturally beautiful Haute Route event boasting spectacular scenery and a rich small-town backdrop at one with local culture.
This edition will start in Andorra and finish in Pau, whilst also visiting a number of host towns throughout the week, allowing you to discover the raw beauty of this mountain range.
The OMR crew is ready each day to give our “team” the full Pro Tour service and experience. You’ll find your bike ready each morning, drink bottles ready refilled as you like them, Massage after each stage and a freshly laundered riding kit for every day.
Additionally we provide nutritional guidance and supplements and will be present at strategic locations for refuelling and kit drops zones during the race. We will give you daily route wraps and guidance and personalised ride strategy. You will truly feel like a Pro when we sit down together for an organised dinner and discuss tactics for the following day. Our objective is leave all the logistics to us so you can concentrate fully on the day’s ride ahead!
Whatever your objectives are for the Haute Route, it is the ultimate challenge for any rider who takes their riding seriously. One to definitely have on your bucket list!
Team up with Andrea, winner of 2014 Pyrenees edition, as your super domestique! Take advantage of his racing experience to get the most out of your event!
Famous Locations: Col du Tourmalet, Col de Portet, Aubisque et Peyresurde!
DETAILS
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Level: Advanced
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Terrain: Mountainous
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Daily Distance: Approx 120-170km
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Daily Ascent: Approx 1750-3500m
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Main Route 500km
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Total Ascent: Approx 13000m
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Duration: 7 days/6 nights
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Recommended Arrival-Departure Airport: Biarritz
Official Tour Operator
YOUR RIDE
WHO WOULD ENJOY THIS EXPERIENCE?
The experience is built for all riders able to ride for 4-6 hours. The HR is a high-intensity race, but most of riders take it as a true cycling adventure across one of the most picturesque region in the world.
Whether you are looking to compete, to enjoy a momentous week in one of Europe’s most iconic and beautiful cycling regions or simply aiming to get this epic challenge ticked off, the Haute Route Alps will be a week to remember.
In keeping with the Haute Route proposition, you will be privy to the unrivalled level of both on and off the bike that makes the Haute Route such a unique experience. Living and riding like a professional for a full week, you will get to benefit from a host of services including mechanical support, massages, luggage transport, briefings, road security and much more.
THE TOUR INCLUDES
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A fantastic tour itinerary designed by Andrea
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All accommodations in the best hotels available in each town, in twin-double room
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All breakfasts, 1 lunch, and all dinners (race lunch included in the HR registration fee)
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At least 2 professional guides on tour (one fully qualified mechanic)
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Van support throughout the tour and the race
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All in-tour transfers
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Private feed stations with snacks and food supplements including electrolytes, gels, and energy bars during rides by OTE Sport
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Massage at hotel after each ride
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Bike service
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Laundry service every other day
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Garmin 810-820 loan unit with maps for duration of tour
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1 top quality cycling kit made by DAMA (jersey, knicks, socks)
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Free use of a POC helmet
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Detailed printed tour information booklet
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Extra activities besides cycling: Spa, Chair lift, shopping!
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Small group of max 12 riders.
MORE ABOUT THE TERRAIN
Enjoy peaceful, narrow roads inaccessible to pro races, encounters with wild animals and a chance to appreciate the untamed, saw-both chain of peaks which make the Pyrenees world-renowned. Immerse yourself into some of France and Spain’s most pristine and untouched landscapes on challenging and breathtaking roads. From legendary cols like the mighty Tourmalet to some breathtaking hidden gems, this five-day challenge will be the adventure of a lifetime.
ON REQUEST, NOT INCLUDED
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Haute Route registration fee (+€ 1250 approx)
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Single room (60 euro x day)
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High-end rental bike
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Personal airport transfer
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Alcoholic drinks
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Flights
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Travel Insurance
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Guides Tips
TOUR ITINERARY
To be announced soon
Day 1 - Warm up ride
Main Route: 30km, 18mi
Total Ascent: 400m, 1200ft
This is a warm-up ride to ease the legs and body before 7 days of intense riding. Some of you may have only recently stepped off a plane, so this ride offers a great way to “tease” out that tiredness. It will include some small climbs and offer spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. After the short ride, we will complete the registration process and tune up the bikes, before a big dinner!
Day 2 - HR Stage 1 TBC
Main Route: 181km, 105mi
Total Ascent: 4100m, 12500ft
TBC
Day 3 - HR Stage 2 TBC
Main Route: 118km, 75mi
Total Ascent: 3600m, 11500ft
TBC
Day 4 - HR Stage 3 TBC
Main Route: 108km, 70mi
Total Ascent: 3200m, 10500ft
TBC
Day 5 - HR Stage 4 TBC
Main Route: 108km, 70mi
Total Ascent: 3200m, 10500ft
TBC
Day 6 - HR Stage 5 TBC
Main Route: 108km, 70mi
Total Ascent: 3200m, 10500ft
TBC
Day -7 Goodbye
Packing and transfer to Airport
After a nice breakfast, bike packing and transfer to Airport
TOUR MAP