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Paris Roubaix Challenge 2025

Saturday, April 12

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Days

3 or 4 nights

difficulty 

Choice of Distances

From

$519 USD

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2025 Paris Roubaix Weekend with Sportive Breaks

Challenge yourself over the brutal Roubaix cobbles this April alongside thousands of other like minded cycling fanatics. Then watch the world’s best riders race over the very same cobbles during this action-packed weekend.

Paris Roubaix Challenge

There are 3 different distances to choose from, all finishing in the iconic outdoor velodrome in Roubaix.

The 70km distance (approx 45 miles) includes 8 cobbled sections, including the Carrefour de l’Arbre.

The 145km (approx 90 miles) route has 19 cobbled sections including the Arenberg.

The 170km (approx 105 miles) distance covers all 30 or so cobbled sections that are in the professional race. This distance starts in the town of Busigny, so we will transport you and your bike from Roubaix on Saturday morning. The number of places is limited due to the fact that Paris–Roubaix Femmes will be taking place on the same course on Saturday. This distance is accessible only to experienced cyclists, with an average speed required of 21.2km/h (13mph) over the 170km course including around 50km of cobblestones. This equates to 28km/h (17mph) on the road and 14km/h (8.5mph) on cobblestones.

2025 Paris Roubaix Pro Races

Once you’ve completed your challenge and collected your medal, join the crowds watching the women’s race on the giant screens before cheering the riders into the velodrome. Then on Sunday you can watch as the men take on the cobbles. Join our casual group ride out to the Carrefour de l’Arbre, or watch from the velodrome. 

Spread your payments: Our payment plan is an interest-free payment method where you will have the opportunity to spread payment for your booking.

Hotel in Roubaix: Our hotels are well-located in Roubaix within easy riding distance of the velodrome.

Entries with choice of distance available: Choose from all sportive distances. All Sportives start and finish at Roubaix Velodrome apart from the long distance start which is in Busigny. Transfer to start included with 105 mile sportive (90 minutes).

Watch the Pros in the Velodrome: Inside velodrome access on Sunday included. 

Bike rental: Rent from $330 for the weekend. Mechanic on hand for fitting.

Non-rider discount: Supporters and riders who have secured their own entry receive a discount of $60

What's Included & Optional Extras

Accommodation

Hotel in Roubaix

Meals Included

Breakfasts at all hotels. Evening meals included at B&B Grand-Place

Transfer

To Long Distance (105 Mile) Start (90mins)

Guided Rides

Friday PM and Sunday

Pro Race Spectator options

Access to the inside area of the velodrome included on Sunday

Mechanic

On hand all weekend

Bike Storage

Available at all hotels.

Velodrome access on Pro race day

Access to the inside area of the velodrome included

Gran Fondo Entry

All distances available

Bike Rental - Optional Extra

From $330 for the weekend

Airport Transfer - Optional Extra

Airport transfers at set times at $72 one way/$144 return

Itinerary

Day To day

Today is an optional early arrival day if you’re staying at the Mercure or Ibis hotel. Arriving today allows you extra time to overcome any jet lag, prepare your bike, and explore Roubaix.

Arrive at your hotel in Roubaix today. A transfer from (BRU) Brussels Airport is available at 11:00 AM. Private transfers at other times can be arranged. Your race packet & entry will be delivered to your hotel. A mechanic is available to fit your rental bike or help you build your bike. At 2:00PM our guided ride over the cobbles will allow you to test your bike and your skills. Our guide will share their tips for your ride tomorrow.

As the elite women tackle Paris Roubaix, you will ride your own “Hell of the North”, challenged by the cobbled sections of “Carrefour de l’Arbre” and the “Trouée d’Arenberg” and finishing, with bragging rights, at the Roubaix velodrome. Dinner tonight is at the hotel. 

 

Long route: Transfer leaves our hotel in Roubaix at 5:00 AM.  It is a rolling start between 7:00 AM and and 7:30 AM in Busigny. Transfer is approximately 90 minutes.

 

Medium and short route: Start at the Roubaix velodrame any time between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Two options are available to catch the pro race:

 

  1. Full-day guided cycling trip to watch the pros tackle the cobbles.  You will not be at the finish to see who crosses first.
  2. Leisurely morning in town before seeing the finish at the track center of the Roubaix Velodrome

Dinner at the hotel.  Mechanics available to help pack your bike for travel.

 

After breakfast, a transfer to (BRU) Brussels Airport is available at 9:00 AM at additional cost. Please book flights that depart after 1:00 PM. 

Prices

  • Package Prices

B&B Hotel Campus Gare** for 3 nights (Bed & Breakfast)

  • $519pp based on 2 people sharing a double room (1 large bed) or twin room (2 separate beds)
  • $709pp based on 1 person in their own room
B&B Hotel Centre Grand-Place*** for 3 or 4 nights (Half Board)
  • $849pp based on 2 people sharing a double room (1 large bed) or twin room (2 separate beds) for 3 nights
  • $1,039pp based on 2 people sharing a double room (1 large bed) or twin room (2 separate beds) for 4 nights
  • $1,194pp based on 1 person in their own room for 3 nights
  • $1,504pp based on 1 person in their own room for 4 nights
Mercure Hotel**** for 3 or 4 nights (Bed & Breakfast)
  • $849pp based on 2 people sharing a double room (1 large bed) or twin room (2 separate beds) for 3 nights
  • $1,039pp based on 2 people sharing a double room (1 large bed) or twin room (2 separate beds) for 4 nights
  • $1,289pp based on 1 person in their own room for 3 nights
  • $1,629pp based on 1 person in their own room for 4 nights
 

Optional Extras

$60 reduction for non-riding friends/family/partners

Airport Transfers at set times for $72 one way or $144 return

Bike Rental available for $330

2025 Paris Roubaix

The dates for the 2025 Paris Roubaix weekend are Saturday, April 12 for the Women’s Pro race and Cyclo Sportive and Sunday April 13 for the Paris Roubaix Men’s pro race. Dates are still to be confirmed. 

2025 Paris Roubaix Weekend Tour

Sportive Breaks offer a package which includes your choice of either a 2*, 3* or 4* hotel in Roubaix which is perfectly placed for both the Cyclo sportive and the pro race, guided ride and mechanic and staff support throughout the weekend. 

 

Highlights from the Past Event

More About the Event

There are 3 Paris Roubaix Sportive distances (43, 90 & 105 miles), all of which finish in the famous Roubaix velodrome. The short & medium Sportives will start in the velodrome while the long distance sets off from Busigny (17 miles from Roubaix).  Sportive Breaks will transport all long distance riders & bikes to their start. Ride the Hell of the North and its fabled cobbled sectors, including the Carrefour de l’Arbre and the Trouée d’Arenberg.  The rides increase in difficulty as they get longer but, with 3 routes to chose from, there is a challenge for every rider.

  Distance Elevation Difficulty
Long Route 105 miles 2693ft 4/5
Medium Route 90 miles 1374ft 3/5
Short Route 43 miles 820ft 1/5

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We offer the largest selection of European Gran Fondo and Cyclo-Sportive events.

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We have a team of highly experienced professionals who have been organizing cycling trips for more than 25 years.

Logistics covered

We know the routes and we know the roads. We know how the event works and the best hotels for the start and finish. We organize everything for you; transfers, bike transport, additional fuel stops, local guides, mechanical support and more.

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