Cycling in Flanders: 4 days / 3 nights
*** Self guided tours ***
A. SELF GUIDED TRIP – GPS TRACKX
B. LUGGAGE TRANSFERS
C. BIKE DELIVERY IN THE HOTEL (OPTIONAL)
* FAMILY OWNED PREMUIM HOTEL
* 24/7 ASSISTANCE
* TOURIST INFORMATION
• Cycling in Flanders: 4 days / 3 nights
Possible any day of the week
Type: RACE BIKE
Day of arrival: any time of the week (not valid during the Tour of Flanders week from 22/03-01/04/2024) from Early March to end of November 2024
Minimum number of persons: 1
Lodging
Oudenaarde – 4*hotel in the city center
The hotel we work with is a great choice for cycling enthusiasts visiting this cycling region. The hotel is located in the heart of the city, just a short riding distance from the city center, old market square and the Koppenberg. A perfect combination of cycling and exploring this beautiful city.
The hotel also offers a variety of amenities that are perfect for cyclists, including:
• Secure bike storage
• A delicious breakfast buffet that is perfect for fueling up before a long day of cycling
• A cozy bar and terrace offering a wide variety of local beers and food
Tour highlights
• Race the iconic Kwaremont, Paterberg and Koppenberg
• Climb the famous Muur of Geraardsbergen
Whether you are a seasoned cyclist or a beginner, the hotel is situated in the very heart of the iconic climbs of the Tour of Flanders.
Cycling
You find yourself in the heart of Flanders and its cycling culture. Mythical climbs like Koppenberg, Old Kwaremont, Paterberg or Muur are all within easy reach and suited for all levels. Another gem are the routes from the classic Gent-Wevelgem, better known as ‘In Flanders Fields’ which takes you back to some historic routes along the battlefields of WW I, the famous Plugstreets and of course the notorious Kemmelberg.
Along the route you find plenty of cycling bars and terraces to enjoy a coffee in the sun. After the ride, why not try one of the many excellent and famous Belgian beers?
Level?
We decided to make this trip available for all levels but especially for beginners and intermediate cyclists in order to let you taste Flanders cycling heritage at its best.
Distance: between 50 and 95 km each day
Elevation gain: between 600 and 1100m
Cyclists: beginners to intermediate; plenty of possibilities for photo and or coffee stops
• Program day by day
Day 1
Arrival in Oudenaarde and check in at your hotel. Prior to your arrival you will have received a guidebook including local addresses of restaurants, bike shops and bars. We also include minimum 4 gpx rides to choose from. We can adjust the routes and distance according to your fitness level.
Dinner at leisure in one of the many restaurants close to the hotel. The reception of the hotel will be happy to advise you about the different dining possibilities.
Day 2 | MUUR
Buffet breakfast in the hotel. Pick up the rental bikes nearby and start of a beautiful route to the legendary Muur (Kapelmuur), one of the cycling icons in Flanders. Along the way you can even stop in a cycling cafe at the bottom of the Muur or at the Fan club café of Remco Evenepoel.
In the afternoon back to Oudenaarde and time to enjoy a Belgian beer in the famous Museum of the Tour of Flanders.
Day 3 | TOUR of FLANDERS route day
After an excellent buffet breakfast, we tackle the route of the TOUR OF FLANDERS as ridden by the pro men and women in April. We will enjoy Taaienberg, Old Kwaremont, Paterberg and why not even the notorious Koppenberg. This is one of the true iconic routes in the world! But of course along the route there will be plenty of time to visit a local cycling bar to have a coffee.
After the ride we raise our glass to a great day of cycling.
Return of the bike rental.
Day 4 | Check out
Late breakfast in the hotel and check out by midday.
End of our services.
Possible to extend your stay to other cities in Belgium.
The Cycling in Flanders package includes
- 3 nights in a 4* centrally located hotel in Oudenaarde
- 3 x buffet breakfast
- 2 x GPX files for (MUUR + TOUR of FLANDERS) +2 alternative gpx files free of charge
- 3 day Race rental bike as from day 2
- Information booklet prior to arrival
- 24/7 assistance of your cycling guide during your trip
The package does not include
- Transport to the destination
- Transfer to your hotel from airport or train station
- Lunch or dinner
- Drinks during coffee stops during the rides
- Non mentioned activities
- Local city taxes to be paid at the reception of the hotel (+/-4€ pp/night) subject to change by local government