Flemish Cycling Week
E3, Gent Wevelgem, Dwars door Vlaanderen Flanders and Tour of Flanders
Thu 25 March – Mon 5 April 2026
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Thu 25 March – Mon 5 April 2026
11 nights
NEW WITH SPORTIVE BREAKS FOR 2026
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£4249 GBP
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Flemish Cycling Week Tour
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- 11 nights | 12 days
- Stay in 4* hotels in Kortrijk and Oudenaarde
- Daily Breakfasts included. Evening meals in Kortrijk
- Fully supported tour with experienced local guides
- Ride 2 Sportives: Gent Wevelgem Sportive and We Ride Flanders (Tour of Flanders Sportive)
- Paris - Roubaix Day
- Watch 4 Spring Classics (E3, Gent Wevelgem, Dwars door Vlaanderen and Tour of Flanders)
- Cycling Culture - Roubaix Velodrome, Team Visma | Lease a Bike Service Course, Peloton Cafe
- Return airport transfers from Brussels Airport ( at an additional cost)
2026 Flemish Cycling Week Tour with Sportive Breaks
March and April is when is when the cycling world properly awakens from its winter slumber. There are all sorts of races taking place almost daily across Northern France, Belgium and the Netherlands over this crucial period in the racing calendar.
The Flemish Cycling Week (Vlaamse Wielerweek in Dutch) or simply Flemish Week, is a series of road cycling races held in Flanders in late March and early April culminating with the Tour of Flanders weekend. Our Flemish Cycling Week Tour starts with E3 Saxo Bank Classic on Friday followed by the Gent Wevelgem Sportive on Saturday and Gent–Wevelgem on Sunday. Dwars door Vlaanderen takes place on Wednesday before the Tour of Flanders weekend with We Ride Flanders (Tour of Flanders Sportive) on Saturday and finally Tour of Flanders on Sunday.
With Sportive Breaks enjoy a fully supported tour in the heartland of cycling and be there for all the action. You will experience 2 Spring Classics and 1 Monument plus you will cycle the Gent Wevelgem Sportive and the Tour of Flanders Sportive.
There will be plenty of other cycling and cycling activities included with our tour. On Gent-Wevelgem you will a guest of Team Visma | Lease a Bike for the day. You will also ride the cobbles and visit the famous Velodrome and showers of Paris-Roubaix, you will visit the Tour of Flanders Museum and Peloton Cafe in Oudenaarde, and you will visit the High-Performance Centre of Team Visma | Lease a Bike in the Netherlands.
What's Included?
Accommodation
7 nights at the 4* Messeyne hotel in Oudenaarde & 4 nights in the 4* Hotel Leopold in Oudenaarde, the home of the Tour of Flanders
Included Meals
B&B throughout (evening meals in Kortrijk). You should allow/ budget for lunch most days
Cycling Culture and Activities
Tour of Flanders museum, Paris-Roubaix day with Velodrome and shower visit, a day on Gent-Wevelgem with Team Visma | Lease a Bike, a visit to the Team Visma | Lease a Bike High Performance Centre
Entries and Hospitality
Entry for the Gent-Wevelgem Sportive and We Ride Flanders are included as well as finish hospitality in Oudenaarde for the Tour of Flanders.
Guided Rides
Fully supported rides with experienced local Belgian riders
Mechanic
Expert mechanic on hand throughout the tour.
Bike Rental - Additional Cost
Bike Rental is available for the tour. Scott Addict, carbon frame, 12 speed Di2 for £649.
Transfers - Additional Cost
Return transfers from Brussels Airport at set times. Private transfers are also available.
Itinerary
Day One - Arrival
Date
Location
Travel to Kortrijk
Please make your own arrangements to arrive at our hotel in Kortrijk today. Our team will be available to meet you at the hotel.
Airport transfers
If you plan to fly then we offer airport transfers for you, your luggage, and your bike from Brussels International Airport.
Hotel Messeyne in Oudenaarde
We are staying at the Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk. Your stay will be for 7 nights and will be on a half board basis so with breakfast and evening meal included.
What about my bike?
You can bring your own bike as we have planned to transport bike boxes on our airport transfers. Alternatively, you can rent a bike with us for the duration of the tour. Our mechanic will be available this afternoon at the hotel to assist you with fitting your rental bike or building your own bike after travel. Bikes can be safely stored at the hotel.
This afternoon and early evening, our tour leaders and bike mechanics are available for you. The evening is free for you to eat out in one of Oudenaarde’s many restaurants.
Bike Rental Information
We offer bike rental for the duration of the tour. The bike model available is a Scott Addict. It comes equipped with a carbon frame, 12 speed Di2 groupset and disc brakes. View bike details here
Daily Highlights
- Airport Transfer (optional extra)
- Welcome from our hosts
- Fitting of rental bikes
- Post-Travel Bike Building Assistance
- Hotel in Kortrijk
- Dinner
- Tour Programme Review
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
Day Two - E3 Saxo Classic - guided Ride and Race Viewing
Date
Location
After breakfast join us on our warm-up ride. We head out this morning for a 50km ride including some cobbled climbs. It is important to get your first taste of the cobbles ahead of the Sportive tomorrow.
This afternoon we will watch live racing as the E3 Saxo Classic takes place. In 2025 Mathieu van der Poel was the winner in Harelbeke.
This evening is free for you to relax ahead of the Gent-Wevelgem Sportive tomorrow.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Guided Ride
- Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk
- Dinner
- Watch LIVE Racing
Ride
50km warm-up ride with some cobbled climbs
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
Medium Ride
Day Three - 2026 Gent-Wevelgem Sportive
Date
Location
Waregem (8k from the hotel)
We have an early start this morning. Early breakfast is arranged in the hotel restaurant.
Gent-Wevelgem Sportive distances available are 65, 80, 105, 125, 145 and 220 km and all distances start and finish in Wevelgem at just 8km from our hotel in Kortrijk.
You can ride over to the start and back from the finish or our team are available to provide transport.
This evening we will meet for drinks in the hotel bar and enjoy the evening meal together.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk
- Transport to and from the finish in Harelbeke
Ride
Choice of distances
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
Sportive
Day Four - 2026 Gent-Wevelgem In Flanders Fields
Date
Location
The men’s, and women’s editions of Gent-Wevelgem will welcome the biggest stars of the pelotons. Gent-Wevelgem in Flanders Fields starts from the Menin Gate in Ypres which is an impressive memorial to the victims of World War I. The finish comes 250 kilometres later in Wevelgem. De Moeren is a flat marshland where the wind can play a role. After this the riders head for a succession of climbs including the Monteberg, the Baneberg, the Scherpenberg and the Kemmelberg. The final section is a flat to the finish in Wevelgem.
You will spend the day as a guest of the team in an official TVL minibus equipped with route map and interior TV screens so we can watch the race live during the day.
On our way to the stage start we will visit the hotel where the team are staying. Here one of the team directors will give you the inside track on the team’s race tactics for the day. After this we make our way to Ypres where we will visit the team bus and meet the riders as they prepare for the day ahead. There may even be time for a stroopwafel and a coffee.
We will then visit the Start Village and the team paddock before setting off for the day. You will spend the day with us in an official black and yellow TVL minibus equipped with food, drinks and interior TV screens so we can watch the stage live during the day. You will drive on the course of the stage on closed roads and be a proper part of the support team. You will experience the race at various locations. We will also stop for a lunch break.
We head to the finish area to catch the finale of the race. Hopefully we can join in with the team celebrations. After the race comes to a close we return to the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Transport Included
- Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk
- Team Visma | Lease a Bike Experience
- Prime Viewing
- VIP Course Access
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Five - Paris-Roubaix Day
Date
Location
After breakfast, it is your turn to enjoy the cobbles of the Hell of the North, the famous Monument. We will transfer you from Kortrijk into France to a suitable location to start our guided ride.
We will choose our starting point to include the final 50 kilometres of the famous Spring Classic. You will ride the most famous stretches such as the Carrefour de L’Arbre. After visiting the famous Roubaix Velodrome including the showers, the team will transfer you back to the hotel in Kortrijk for our dinner.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Guided Ride on the Cobbles
- Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk
- Sightseeing
Ride
Guided ride of 50 – 60km
Meals
Breakfast
Long Ride
Day Six - Visit of the Team Visma | Lease a Bike High Performance Center in Den Bosch, Netherlands
Date
Location
This morning we will transport you to Den Bosch where we will have a guided visit of the headquarters of Team Visma | Lease a Bike.
Team Visma | Lease a Bike operates from its own High Performance Center, located in Den Bosch, the Netherlands. The High Performance Center is the headquarters of Team Visma | Lease a Bike, an inspiring environment where the entire organization comes together. The building houses the logistics center and is the base for all races that are held throughout the year. It is also the permanent workplace for the logistics, financial, marketing and communications department. Download the Brochure to learn more
We will stop for lunch on the way back (included today) and on arrival back in Kortrijk we offer a guided ride of 2-3 hours for those who are keen to ride today.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Transport to Den Bosch
- Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk
- TVL High Performance Center
- Optional guided ride
Ride
Optional guided ride in the afternoon
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Medium Ride
Day Seven - Dwars door Vlaanderen
Date
Location
Dwars door Vlaanderen (straight through Flanders) takes place mid-week before the Tour of Flanders. The race begins in Roeselare and has its finish 185km later in Waregem. Both are within just half an hour from Kortrijk. The route goes into the Flemish Ardennes and includes 7 cobbled roads and as much as 10 climbs. The race has its 80th edition in 2026.
After watching the start we will provide a guided ride to watch the riders tackle the steep climbs. We will return in time to Waregem to watch the finish.
Final night in Kortrijk.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Guided ride
- Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk
- Transport
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Medium Ride
Day Eight - Move to Oudenaarde
Date
Location
After checking out we will transport your luggage to Oudenaarde whilst you ride. We will hit some climbs made famous by the Tour of Flanders on the way.
Oudenaarde is a provincial town with a global reputation. Located on the Scheldt’s left bank, it rejoices in an impressive history. Highlights include Oudenaarde’s late-Gothic town hall with its Cloth Hall and famous tapestries, its Beguinage and MOU municipal museum. This gem of the Flemish Ardennes is also a cycling Mecca. For a century now, its undulating roads, cobblestones and hills have played crucial roles in Flanders’ spring classics. The Tour of Flanders Centre covers this extensive history from start to finish.
Later this afternoon or early evening we will visit the peloton Cafe located in the Tour of Flanders museum. This evening is free for you to eat out.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Guided Ride
- Transfer to Oudenaarde
- Hotel Leopold in Oudenaarde
Ride
From Kortrijk to Oudenaarde
Meals
Breakfast
medium Ride
Day Nine - Preparation day for We Ride Flanders
Date
Location
The We Ride Flanders event expo and registration is open in Oudenaarde today. You can walk over and have a look around and collect your entry pack for tomorrow.
This afternoon you will have the chance to explore the area around Oudenaarde.
At 14.00 we lead a guided ride over the cobbles so you can test, bike and share tips with our guide and the rest of the group.
This evening is free to eat out in Oudenaarde.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Guided Ride
- Hotel Leopold in Oudenaarde
Ride
Guided ride over the cobbles
Meals
Breakfast
Medium Ride
Day Ten - 2026 We Ride Flanders/ Tour of Flanders Sportive
Date
Location
We have an early start this morning. Early breakfast is arranged in the hotel restaurant. The long distance Sportive starts from Antwerp and the other distances start and finish in Oudenaarde. We offer transport to get you to your correct starting location this morning.
Start & finish / location & hours
START Cyclo 242km
Antwerp – 07:00am – 08:00am
START 158km, 128km, 80km
Oudenaarde (Lindestraat, Oudenaarde)
- Cyclo 179km: 07:00am – 08:30am
- Cyclo 144km: 08:30am – 10:00am
- Cyclo 80km: 10:00am – 11:00am
FINISH
The finish of all distances is on the Markt in Oudenaarde. This afternoon and early evening you’ll be able to return your rental bike with us if you are not using it tomorrow.
The evening is free for you to eat out in one of Oudenaarde’s many restaurants.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Sportive
- Hotel Leopold in Oudenaarde
- Long Distance Sportive Transport Included
Ride
Ride your own Tour of Flanders (various distances)
Meals
Breakfast
long Ride
Day Eleven - 2026 Tour of Flanders
Date
Location
Riders and fans are eagerly looking forward to the finish in the centre of Oudenaarde. The champions sprint to the finish line – in Oudenaarde you experience it from the front row: live and on the big screen. The Donkmeer and the Markt are the place to be. You can see the race live 4 times. If you walk up and down between the market square of Oudenaarde and the arrival area you will see the race pass by and be able to witness two finishes (men and women).
In the last 75km, the most notorious passages are lurking: from the Koppenberg and the Hotond to the Oude Kwaremont and the Paterberg. Riders and fans are eagerly looking forward to the finish in the centre of Oudenaarde. The champions sprint to the finish line. In Oudenaarde you experience it from the front row: live and on the big screen. The Donkmeer and the Markt are the place to be. You can see the race live 4 times. If you walk up and down between the market square of Oudenaarde and the arrival area you will see the race pass by and be able to witness two finishes (men and women).
Tour of Flanders Hospitality
Alternatively we also provide a programme of official VIP experiences – More information here
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Hotel in Oudenaarde
- Hospitality in Oudenaarde
- Bike re-packing Assistance
Meals
Breakfast
Day Twelve - Departure Day
Date
Location
After breakfast we offer our optional transfer back to Brussels International airport at 09.00. Please book flights that depart after 13.00. Alternatively please make your own arrangements.
Daily Highlights
- Optional Airport Transfer
To Brussels International (BRU)
Meals
Breakfast
Tour Start and Finish
Tour Start – Thursday 25 March 2026
Our tour starts at either Brussels Airport or you can meet us at the Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk.
Tour Finish – Monday 6th April 2026
On departure we provide one transfer to Brussels airport, you can also book private transfers with us.
Pricing
Spend 12 days with us in Kortrijk and Oudenaarde on the ultimate spring classics cycling tour. Watch and ride E3 Saxo Classic, Gent-Wevelgem Sportive, Gent-Wevelgem in Fladers Fields, Dwars door Vlaanderen, We Ride Flanders and finally the Tour of Flanders. Our team of local riders and mechanics will guide you around their home roads for an unforgettable experience. Not only will the cyclists in the group be well-looked after, there is also plenty to do for those who don’t ride a bike themselves but are fans of this great sport.
Prices
- £4249 per person based on two people sharing a twin (2 single beds) and 1 double room (1 bed for couple)
- £5349 per person based on single occupancy of a room.
£250 discount for non-cycling spectators.
Included with your tour
- 7 nights at 4* Hotel Messeyne in Kortrijk
- 4 nights at 4* Leopold hotel in Oudenaarde
- All breakfasts and evening meals in Kortrijk (Oudenaarde on B&B)
- Entry for We Ride Flanders and Gent-Wevelgem Cyclo (choice of distance)
- Local expert guides, support drivers and bike mechanics
- Full day VIP experience with Team Visma | Lease a Bike on Gent-Wevelgem
- Paris – Roubaix Day with velodrome visit
- Guided ride and LIVE race viewing on E3 and DDV
- Visit to the Team Visma | Lease a Bike High Performance centre in the Netherlands
- Finish Hospitality experience on Tour of Flanders pro race day
- Detailed itinerary
- ABTA protected
Also available
- Bike rental – Scott Addict for £649 (storage at the hotel) – More info here
- Return airport transfers available – £135pp
Who Is This Tour For?
Cyclists and Spectators
Our tour is suitable for both cyclists of any level and non-cycling spectators with a love for the sport. The hotels we stay at are in excellent locations with daily breakfasts and evening meal at the Kortrijk hotel all included. We also have a team of local riders and mechanics on hand who will guide you around their home roads for an unforgettable experience. For the non-cycling spectators there are VIP access and hospitality included.
More About the Flemish Cycling Week Tour with Sportive Breaks
The Spring Classics are a thrilling series of one-day races taking place in Belgium and northern France. The Spring Classics are traditionally the prestigious races in northern Europe, often characterised by tough cobbled sections and relentless effort. New in 2026 is the Sportive Breaks Flemish Cycling Week Tour. This is an 11-day tour that starts with E3 and finishes with the Tour of Flanders.
The Flemish Cycling Week (Vlaamse Wielerweek) is not a week at all. It spans from Wednesday to Sunday for 12 days from De Panne to the Tour of Flanders. The Wielerweek starts with Classic Brugge de Panne on the Wednesday. Followed by this is E3 Saxo Classic on Friday and Gent-Wevelgem in Flanders Fields on Sunday. Dwars door Vlaanderen takes place on Wednesday before the Tour of Flanders.
E3 Saxo Classic
The E3 Saxo Classic is one of the few Spring Classics that starts in the same place. The event has its 68th edition on Friday 27th March 2026. The event is a mini-Tour of Flanders as it includes famous cobbled bergs such as the Paterberg and Oude Kwarement. The race manages to produce a stellar line up of riders each year with Mathieu van der Poel, Wout van Aert and Mads Pedersen going head-to-head in 2025 with van der Poel being victorious yet again.
Gent-Wevelgem in Flanders Fields
Gent-Wevelgem in Flanders Fields starts from the Menin Gate in Ypres which is an impressive memorial to the victims of World War I. The finish comes 250 kilometres later in Wevelgem. De Moeren is a flat marshland where the wind can play a role. After this the riders head for a succession of climbs including the Monteberg, the Baneberg, the Scherpenberg and the Kemmelberg. The final section is a flat to the finish in Wevelgem.
Dwars door Vlaanderen
Dwars door Vlaanderen will have its 80th edition in 2026. It takes place mid-week before the Tour of Flanders and is therefore the penultimate stop of ‘Flemish Cycling Week’. The race covers about 180km with a start in Roeselare and finish in Waregem. The race includes many climbs in the Flemish Ardennes, including several cobbled roads.
Tour of Flanders
The first Sunday of April is the date of the Tour of Flanders. The Ronde van Vlaanderen is Belgium’s biggest sporting event, boasting enormous television audiences and thronged roadsides.
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