Provence · 8 days
Days start from the VeloVentoux base with breakfast, then head out on set routes with GPX files provided. Sunday is a steady endurance ride of 100–120 km on rolling terrain, used to practise pace-line riding and group technique. Monday goes into the Baronnies for longer climbs, 120–140 km, with the group splitting on t…
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Provence · 8 days · From GBP 390 (indicative)
Days start from the VeloVentoux base with breakfast, then head out on set routes with GPX files provided. Sunday is a steady endurance ride of 100–120 km on rolling terrain, used to practise pace-line riding and group technique. Monday goes into the Baronnies for longer climbs, 120–140 km, with the group splitting on the ascents and reforming at the top.
Tuesday is the flexible day: a 50–70 km recovery ride at an easy pace, or a full rest day. Wednesday is the big one, 130–150 km with 2,000–3,000 m of climbing, taking in a classic Provence mountain route. Thursday is a faster 100–130 km across rolling roads, working on through-and-off riding, with a few village sprints along the way. Friday closes the week with 80–100 km through vineyards and countryside, finishing at Pista Café in Bédoin for coffee and cake before the ride back to base.
The camp is not fixed to a single start date. You can arrive on any day during the camp period and stay as little as three nights or longer, building your own block of riding around the scheduled routes. That makes it workable around a job, a family or a sportive you are building towards.
Coaching is part of the package rather than an add-on. The guides give advice on training, pacing and nutrition through the week, and there is the chance to ride with a local French racing club. The camp can also be combined with La Corima Drôme Provençale if you want an early-season event at the end of the block.
The base sits within reach of Mont Ventoux, the Baronnies and the Luberon, which is why the route options are as varied as they are. Marseille Airport is about 1 hour 30 minutes away by transfer.
- Bed and breakfast accommodation - Fully guided and fully supported daily training rides - One optional recovery ride or rest day mid-week - GPX files for all training routes - Secure bike storage and bike wash facilities - Training, pacing and nutrition advice from experienced coaches and guides - Opportunity to ride with a local French cycling club - Experienced VeloVentoux hosts on hand throughout your stay
- Flights - Lunches during the day - Evening meals, unless stated - Travel insurance - Personal spending and refreshments