2027 Paris Roubaix Weekend Tour
9th April, 2027
The 2027 Paris-Roubaix Weekend is one of cycling’s most iconic experiences. Known as the “Hell of the North”, Paris-Roubaix has challenged the world’s greatest riders for more than a century with its legendary cobbled sectors, passionate crowds and unforgettable finish inside the Roubaix Velodrome.
Join Bikestyle Tours for an incredible long weekend that combines riding and race viewing in the heart of northern France. Take on the famous cobbles during the Paris-Roubaix Challenge, experience the atmosphere of race day and witness the world’s best riders battle across sectors such as Arenberg Forest and Carrefour de l’Arbre.
From riding roads steeped in cycling history to standing roadside as the peloton charges past, this tour offers a unique opportunity to experience one of the sport’s most celebrated races from both the saddle and the sidelines.
Whether you’re a dedicated Spring Classics fan or fulfilling a lifelong cycling ambition, the Paris-Roubaix Weekend delivers an unforgettable mix of challenge, history and cycling culture.
For guests travelling to the Spring Classics, this tour pairs perfectly with our Tour of Flanders Weekend Tour for the ultimate cobbled classics experience.
Key Details
- 4 Days
- Intermediate to Experienced
- 2 Dinners, 1 Picnic Lunch
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Hotels
- Support Vehicle
- Mechanical Assistance
- Paris-Roubaix Sportif Entry
Twin Share A$4550.00
Single Supplement $520.00Tour Gallery
Arrival Information
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📍 Start city: Brussels, Belgium
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📅 Arrival day: Friday 9th April 2027
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⏰ Collection: Brussels Airport, Brussels
Departure
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📍 Finish city: Brussels, Belgium
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📅 Departure day: Monday 12th April 2027
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⏰ Tour Ends: Brussels Airport, Brussels
Group Size: 15 guests, 3 staff
Tour Style: Rider and Spectator Bike Tour
Our Paris-Roubaix Weekend Tour is designed for cyclists who want to experience the Hell of the North from both the saddle and the roadside. You’ll have the opportunity to ride many of the famous cobbled sectors used in Paris-Roubaix before witnessing the world’s best riders tackle the same roads on race day.
The riding focuses on the iconic pavé sectors and quiet roads of northern France, allowing guests to experience first-hand the challenge, history and character that make Paris-Roubaix one of cycling’s most respected races. While the distances are achievable for most regular cyclists, the cobblestones provide a unique challenge and are a memorable part of the experience.
Non-riding partners and spectators are welcome. They can enjoy race viewing, visit local towns and cafés, experience the atmosphere of the Spring Classics and join the group for meals and social activities throughout the weekend.
This tour is ideal for cyclists and fans who want to immerse themselves in the passion, tradition and excitement of Paris-Roubaix while enjoying the support, logistics and local knowledge provided by the Bikestyle Tours team.
Rides: You don’t need to be an elite cyclist to enjoy our Paris-Roubaix Weekend Tour. Our experienced guides and support team cater for a range of riding abilities, ensuring every guest can experience the famous cobbles and race atmosphere in a way that suits their goals and confidence.
The riding is primarily on the quiet roads of northern France, with opportunities to tackle many of the legendary Paris-Roubaix sectors. Guests can choose to ride as much or as little as they like, with support vehicle assistance available throughout the weekend. Whether you’re determined to ride every cobbled sector or simply want to sample the experience before enjoying the race, our team will help you get the most from the tour.
The Paris-Roubaix Challenge provides a unique opportunity to ride the same roads as the professionals. While the distances are manageable for most regular cyclists, the cobbles add an extra level of difficulty that makes the experience both memorable and rewarding.
Challenge Rating: Moderate
The challenge of Paris-Roubaix comes less from climbing and more from the famous cobblestones. Riders should be comfortable spending several hours on the bike and riding over rough road surfaces. The pavé sectors can be physically demanding, but with sensible pacing, support from our guides and vehicle assistance when required, this tour is achievable for most regular cyclists who ride consistently throughout the year.
- Buffet breakfast every day, 2 dinners and 1 lunch
When you travel with Bikestyle Tours, every detail is taken care of so you can focus on the riding, the race atmosphere and experiencing one of cycling’s most iconic weekends.
Your 2027 Paris-Roubaix Weekend Tour includes:
✔ Professional and experienced Bikestyle Tours cycling guides throughout the tour
✔ Ride alongside former Belgian professional cyclist Eric de Clercq, with insider knowledge of the Spring Classics and Paris-Roubaix
✔ All transport throughout the tour
✔ Scheduled arrival and departure transfers from Brussels Airport (Zaventem) on Friday and Monday
✔ Three nights’ accommodation in a comfortable apartment-style property in Gent
✔ Daily buffet breakfasts
✔ Meals as listed in the itinerary, including welcome and farewell group dinners
✔ Entry to the Paris-Roubaix Challenge sportive
✔ Professional mechanical assistance and support for your bike
✔ Dedicated support vehicle assistance throughout all rides
✔ Detailed ride information and comprehensive Bikestyle Tours itinerary
✔ The opportunity to ride famous Paris-Roubaix cobbled sectors including Carrefour de l’Arbre and other legendary pavé roads
✔ Race viewing opportunities designed around the atmosphere and excitement of the Paris-Roubaix weekend
✔ Exclusive Bikestyle Tours Guest Pack valued at over AUD $850, including premium cycling kit, custom gear bag and additional tour merchandise
✔ The confidence and support that comes from travelling with one of Australia’s most experienced cycling tour operators
Our team takes care of the logistics, accommodation, transport, bike support and daily planning, allowing you to focus on riding the cobbles, experiencing the race atmosphere and sharing an unforgettable Paris-Roubaix weekend with fellow cycling enthusiasts.
Every year we return to Paris-Roubaix because no other race creates the same feeling. The roads may look simple on television, but standing beside the cobbles or riding them yourself tells a completely different story.
We love watching guests roll out onto sectors they’ve dreamed about for years, feeling every bump and vibration beneath their wheels while imagining what it must be like racing across them at full speed. The atmosphere is raw, authentic and deeply connected to cycling’s history.
The finish inside the Roubaix Velodrome is one of the most iconic moments in professional cycling. Watching the riders emerge from the final cobbled sectors and enter the velodrome never loses its magic.
For us, Paris-Roubaix is more than a race weekend. It’s a celebration of cycling culture, shared experiences and the stories that cyclists continue telling long after they’ve returned home.
Paris-Roubaix is unlike any other race in professional cycling. There are no mountain passes or summit finishes, just kilometres of rough cobblestones, passionate crowds and one of the toughest challenges in the sport. For cyclists and fans alike, experiencing Paris-Roubaix in person is something special.
Our 2027 Paris-Roubaix Weekend Tour gives you the opportunity to ride many of the famous sectors that have shaped the race’s history. During the Paris-Roubaix Challenge, you’ll tackle legendary sections of pavé including Carrefour de l’Arbre and experience first-hand the skill, strength and determination required to master the cobbles.
Race day delivers a completely different perspective. Standing beside the roads as the world’s best riders battle across the same sectors you’ve ridden creates an appreciation for the race that simply can’t be understood from watching it on television. The atmosphere builds throughout the day before culminating with the iconic finish inside the Roubaix Velodrome.
With experienced Bikestyle Tours guides, full ride support and carefully planned logistics, you’ll be free to focus on the riding, the racing and the incredible atmosphere that makes Paris-Roubaix one of cycling’s most celebrated weekends.
Whether you’re a dedicated Spring Classics fan or ticking off a lifelong cycling ambition, this tour offers a genuine connection to the history, challenge and culture of the Hell of the North.
Price: A$4550.00 (Twin Share)
Single Supplement: A$1350.00
Note: All trip costs are per person, not including airfare, and are based on two persons per room. If travelling alone, we will match you with a person to share. Alternatively, you may choose to have a room of your own by paying a single supplement.
Note: It is a requirement of Bikestyle Tours that you have Travel Insurance for your trip.
Many guests enjoy the convenience of renting one of our professionally prepared, high-quality bikes.
- Rent a bike to avoid the hassle of transporting your own on a longer European holiday.
- Renting helps prevent potential damage or delays that can come with international bike transit.
Bike Hire Charges
Bike Hire: AUD $260 BMC Roadmachine or Teammachine
Upgrade options available – Bossi Titanium D12
Please note: As a renter, you are responsible for any damages to your rental bike during the hire period, so we ask that you handle it as if it were your own. Each bike is customised to your measurements before arrival and fully serviced by our professional mechanic to ensure top performance.
Your Itinerary
Welcome to Paris Roubaix
Your Paris-Roubaix adventure begins today as we greet you at Brussels Zaventem Airport or Lille TGV Station, both easy gateways to the heart of cycling country. If you’re coming from Paris or Charles de Gaulle, Lille is just a quick one-hour train ride away. For a smooth start, we recommend a mid-morning arrival.
From there, we’ll transfer you to our base for the next two nights in Ieper (also known as Ypres), a charming town steeped in history and perfectly placed for the cobbled action ahead.
Once settled, it’s time to get your bike ready. Our Bikestyle Tours team will be right there to help with assembly and fine-tuning, so you’re all set for the sportive and race day ahead.
We’ll end the day on a meaningful note with a visit to the Menin Gate, where you’ll witness the moving Last Post Ceremony, a daily tribute to fallen soldiers, and a powerful reminder of the region’s deep history.
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Warmly welcomed by our team with transfers from Brussels Zaventem Airport or Lille TGV Station, making your arrival smooth and stress-free.
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Set up your bike with the help of our experienced Bikestyle staff, who’ll be on hand to assist with any mechanical needs and ensure you’re ready to ride.
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Reflect and connect with the region’s rich history as you witness the Last Post Ceremony at the iconic Menin Gate in Ieper.
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Warmly welcomed by our team with transfers from Brussels Zaventem Airport or Lille TGV Station, making your arrival smooth and stress-free.
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Set up your bike with the help of our experienced Bikestyle staff, who’ll be on hand to assist with any mechanical needs and ensure you’re ready to ride.
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Reflect and connect with the region’s rich history as you witness the Last Post Ceremony at the iconic Menin Gate in Ieper.
Paris-Roubaix Cyclo Sportif
Today is your chance to live out a true cycling dream. You will ride the same infamous cobblestones, conquer the same brutal sectors, and finish in the very same Roubaix Velodrome as the pros. Welcome to the Paris-Roubaix Challenge – one of the most iconic and unforgettable experiences in the world of cycling.
One day before the pros roll through, you’ll tackle the course under authentic conditions. Whether you choose the full 145 kilometre route or the slightly shorter 70 kilometre version, one thing is guaranteed: you’ll finish your ride in the legendary Roubaix Velodrome, just like the greats. It’s not just a ride, it’s a rite of passage.
With an early breakfast to fuel up, we’ll head down to the start line in Roubaix. You can roll out any time before 10.00 am. Some riders prefer an earlier start to beat the crowds, while others prefer waiting and soaking in the atmosphere. Either way, the experience is second to none. From the unforgiving pavé of Carrefour de l’Arbre to the thundering finish in the velodrome, every turn of the pedals echoes the history of this great race.
After crossing the finish line, please take a moment to soak it all in: the crowd’s roar, the curve of the track, and the feeling of achieving something extraordinary.
- Conquer the cobbles and ride into the Roubaix Velodrome just like the pros
- Experience the brutal beauty of the Paris-Roubaix course on two incredible route options
- Conquer the cobbles and ride into the Roubaix Velodrome just like the pros
- Experience the brutal beauty of the Paris-Roubaix course on two incredible route options
Race Day Paris-Roubaix
Today, we witness one of the most brutal and beautiful days on the cycling calendar, Paris-Roubaix, known around the world as the Hell of the North. There is no other race like it. Over 260 kilometres of relentless racing, with nearly 50 of those over bone-rattling pavé, this is a test of strength, skill and spirit like no other.
Legends are made here. Some, like Australia’s own Stuart O’Grady, have emerged covered in dust and glory with a victory in Roubaix’s famed outdoor velodrome. Others, like George Hincapie and Johan Museeuw, have seen their dreams unravel on the unforgiving stones. That is the drama of Paris-Roubaix. It is not just about winning, it’s about surviving the chaos.
We’ve got a big day ahead, starting at the race launch in Compiègne, where the tension and excitement are already in the air. From there, it’s non-stop action as we leapfrog our way along the course, stopping at key cobbled pavé sectors to soak up the electric atmosphere and witness the grit and determination etched on the riders’ faces as they battle to stay upright.
As the race reaches its dramatic climax, we’ll make our way to the iconic Roubaix Velodrome, where the victor will raise their arms in triumph on one of the most historic finish lines in all of cycling. It’s a spine-tingling moment you’ll remember forever.
We’ll cap off this incredible week-end with a farewell dinner, raising a glass to an unforgettable tour, new friendships, and our shared passion for this wild, beautiful sport.
Paris-Roubaix Race Details
- Watch the world’s best riders battle across the legendary pavé of Paris-Roubaix
- Witness the final triumphant laps in the iconic Roubaix Velodrome
- Celebrate an unforgettable week of racing and riding with a farewell dinner among friends
- Watch the world’s best riders battle across the legendary pavé of Paris-Roubaix
- Witness the final triumphant laps in the iconic Roubaix Velodrome
- Celebrate an unforgettable week of racing and riding with a farewell dinner among friends
A Bientot from Belgium
All great adventures must come to an end, and today we say goodbye to the unforgettable roads, races and friendships that have defined our Spring Classics tour. From the cobbled chaos of Paris-Roubaix to the electrifying roar of the Flanders crowd, you’ve been part of something truly special. These are the stories you’ll tell and the memories that will stay with you long after your legs recover.
After one final breakfast together, we’ll arrange your shuttle transfer to Zaventem Airport in Brussels. While this chapter is closing, we hope it’s just the start of more cycling journeys together. Whether it’s chasing mountain passes in the Alps or the next edition of the Classics, we’ll be ready to ride when you are.
Until next time, keep the pedals turning and the spirit of the Spring Classics alive.
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Experience
- With 29 years of experience, we offer an unforgettable cycling tour of France in 2025 with top-tier services.
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- Travel in luxury on our tours and enjoy premium accommodations, 3-course meals, and comfortable transportation.
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- We customise itineraries for every rider, offering scenic routes, luxury travel experiences, and flexible ride options.
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- With us, you will have unforgettable access to iconic race events and scenic locations.
Hosted by local Belgian and former professional cyclist, Eric de Clercq
Share the local roads of Eric de Clercq, the Tour of Flanders typically passes his front door. He can certainly claim home ground advantage. He came very close one year almost being the sole survivor in the breakaway.
Eric’s career of 11 years saw him win 19 victories including a stage win in the Tour of Britain. He is one of the hard men of Belgium. Eric rode for:
- La William-Duvel from 1991-1993
- Collstrop from 1994-2002
You will find Eric a wonderful host as he shares his experiences with professional cycling teams. From racing, to sports director, professional soigneur to hosting team VIP’s during race-day. You will learn an incredible insight into the Spring Classics races, as well as meet some of the riders and managers.
Most of all, Eric is a great guide who cares for your experience and he is a pleasure to spend time with on and off the bike.
Bike hire available
Worried about travelling with your own bike? We have basic and premium options available.
- One of the largest private fleets of carbon bicycles available to our guests
- We service bikes after every hire, and set them up to your measurement before your arrive
- Just bring your own helmet and pedals
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Diversity
All trips have:
- Native language speaker
- Experienced tour leader
- Experienced bicycle mechanic
Many trips have:
- Ex-professional cyclists
- A female guide
Reliability
- Our accumulated experience and know-how delivers quality trips, every time.
- Our attention to detail allows you to ride, cheer, eat and sleep without hassle.
Travel like a Pro
- Our comfortable fleet of vehicles are the best in the business.
- We use custom trailers to carry your bike safely, protecting your bike from the elements.
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- We’re proud to have long standing relationships with hotels, professional cycling teams, guests, staff and suppliers.
- We enhance our offering through these relationships.
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Each stage of the Tour de France varies in length, with our tours designed to accommodate different preferences and experiences.
The 2025 Tour de France promises a fresh experience, starting in Lille with a Spring Classics vibe. There are more mountain-top finishes, ensuring plenty of thrilling action!
During our 2025 Tour de France tours, we offer ride options ranging from 2 to 5 hours daily, allowing guests to choose their pace based on how they feel.
Every stage of the 2025 Tour de France offers an unforgettable experience. Our tours allow spectators to enjoy critical moments, from stage starts and mountain-top finishes to sprint finishes and feed zones, ensuring you capture the full essence of the Tour!
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