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Cycling in the Ardennes, Wallonia
Introducing Wallonia To be honest, I’d never heard of Wallonia until I passed a road sign on my way to Liege in 2016 to ride the Liege Bastogne Liege Challenge. I knew that the pro races and the challenge traversed
SPORTIVE BREAKS TEAM UP WITH RECORD-BREAKING ENDURANCE ATHLETE SEAN CONWAY, IN LAUNCH OF SEVEN-DAY LEJOG CHALLENGE
The fully supported cycling challenge will be led by world-famous endurance athlete Sean Conway, and see riders take on the iconic 874-mile (1,407km) Lands End to John O’Groats journey in a rapid seven days. Cycling travel experts, Sportive Breaks promote
Weekenders – what are they?
At Sportive Breaks, we pride ourselves on the range and variety of products that we have on offer for cyclists. Whether you’re looking to follow one of the biggest races in the sport, experience the finest hospitality at the finish
Self-guided road cycling trips; everything you need to know
At Sportive Breaks we offer a large and varied range of cycling holidays, from multi-day tours and sportives, to weekenders and charity trips amongst many others. However, if you’re looking for something with a bit more freedom, where there’s no
Explore Europe’s top destinations for gravel riding in 2024!
If you find yourself contemplating your next gravel adventure and you’re unsure about the perfect destination, rest assured – it’s a common feeling. The available options are plentiful and diverse, catering to a wide array of preferences and riding styles.
Top 10 Climbs Of The Spring Classics
With only Cyclocross available (amazing as it is) over the winter months to justify your new Discovery + subscription (don’t get us started;), for many the Spring classics are the highlight of the year offering both epic drama in the
Giro d’Italia Start Experiences
Sportive Breaks is with you for the ride. We are a Premium Tour Operator of the 2024 Giro d’Italia. Maximise your Giro experience with our great Giro experiences and hospitality packages or opt for one of our tours designed exclusively
Inside the 2023 Etape route
Inside the 2023 Etape du Tour route – Mike Wilson Our French cycling rep Mike gives us the lowdown on the 2023 Etape du Tour route. Having competed in almost all the big name sportive and Gran Fondo events
Tour of Flanders Review
One of the highlights of the Sportive calendar, We Ride Flanders (the Tour of Flanders Sportive) took place again early April. The day before the Tour of Flanders, amateur cyclists from around the world descend on Flanders and ride their
Sportive Breaks partners with British Cycling
We are pleased to announce Sportive Breaks have partnered with British Cycling. Through the partnership, Sportive Breaks will join forces with British Cycling to create the exclusive British Cycling Travel Club, providing members with access to the biggest Gran Fondo
Cycling Calendar 2023
MAKE 2023 YOUR YEAR If 2023 is the year you want to try a new challenge, we have a calendar packed full of spectacular cycling events around the world. We know the routes, we know the roads. We know