The Haute Route, (or The High Route) is the name given to a route (with several variations) undertaken by bike between Geneva and Nice, and is the highest, toughest, and one of the most famous cyclosportive tours on earth. In it's 2nd year, the Haute Route runs from the 19th to 25th August 2012, covers 780 km and 21,000 meters of ascent and featuring seven world-famous cities and mountain resorts: Geneva, Megève, Courchevel, Alpe d'Huez, Risoul, Auron and Nice. The route features 19 mythical Alpine cols that will challenge cyclists over the 7 timed stages, including Madeleine, Glandon, Izoard, Cime de la Bonette and the famous climb to Alpe d'Huez for an epic individual time trial. The Haute Route will continue to highlight the cols and ascents that have created the legend of cycling - and create goose bumps for those watching!
RIDE Cycling Review Magazine and twowheeltours are offering ten riders and their non riding partners the chance to be part of the 2012 Haute Route. This land based tour is as good as it gets - it includes a professional team of a translator, highly qualified mechanic, tour guides, drivers and the tour manager. Premium accommodation includes two nights at the famous le Negresco in Nice, plus gourmet food, daily activities for the non riders and tours of Geneva and Nice.
Find out more about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at a catered information night at the MC Cyclery + Giant Sydney CBD store on Monday, 13th February. There will be an opportunity to ask questions, see photos, talk to previous participants, and get a real sense of the challenge and the adventure that is the Haute Route. Spots on the tour are limited and highly sought-after, so come along, munch on some pizza and discover the tour first-hand.
More information is available here. You can RSVP on Facebook or by emailing info@twowheeltours.com.au. We can't wait to see you then!
