Cycle London to Paris information page

The start point is typically Tower Bridge or Greenwich Park and this is agreed with the group well in advance of the ride date. The ride ends at your hotel after you have had picture opportunities at the Eiffel Tower. The official trip finish is when you collect your bike from us back in London on the final day.

There is not really an average speed as there are so many variables over the trip. As a minimum, if you can ride comfortably at 12mph/20kph on the flat then you will be fine. 

We generally suggest that riders get a good two-hour block of riding in for a first stint and then stop for a break every 90 minutes thereafter. However, if it is very hilly or hot, we suggest stopping more frequently and we will often have a vehicle at the top of any longer ascents. 

We generally recommend a road bike. However, a hybrid bike or gravel bike would also be fine. We suggest not riding on tyres with significant tread nor much wider than 35mm to make sure your rolling speed allows you spin along comfortably on all terrain. We also welcome the use of e-bikes, but you will need to bring your own charger and you will have access to charging points on the route.  

No, we make sure no one is left unsupported, although riders may find themselves riding alone at some points. Cyclists tend to break into smaller groups – this is an organic process rather than heavily managed. 

We find people enjoy cycling alone at times, but we try to cater for each individual rather than make rules that can compromise the enjoyment of others.

The support vehicle is available in case anyone needs a break or decides not to cycle any further, in which case we will arrange a pickup in the support vehicle. We are often around the group, and aim to be at the top of any climbs to offer support. We provide basic mechanical support, but we recommend all bikes are serviced prior to the trip and that you are able to do running repairs on the road where possible. 

While we try to take less busy roads, there are some busier sections, particularly on Day 1 and through Paris. We try to take roads that are less busy and this includes the occasional French farm track. We try to plot the most enjoyable and safe route possible. 

Yes. On the final evening we travel back to London with your bicycles, we ask that guests keep non-bike luggage for their own journey. We will meet you off your Eurostar train at St Pancras station at the rear of the Francis Crick institute. 

Yes. On the final day you will have the opportunity to explore Paris before getting the Eurostar back to London in the afternoon. If you wish to stay in Paris for extra time at the end of the trip, our tour operators can work with you to arrange this. 

Yes, the minimum age is 18 years. There is no maximum age limit! 

You will be sent a full kit list on signing up. 

Here’s what’s included:  

• Three nights in B&B accommodation.
• Ferry travel from Newhaven to Dieppe on Day 1. 
• Simple lunch on the road when cycling. 
• Support vehicle carrying your luggage throughout, with basic spares and water plus mechanical assistance. 
• Guide into Paris and through busy suburbs. 
• Eurostar travel back to London on 21 September.
• 2 x pre-trip cycle rides in the UK. 
• GPX routes for each day agreed well in advance. 
• Pre-trip online meeting one week before departure.
• Single room supplement of £25 per night.

This event is a fundraising challenge for Katharine House Hospice. We ask you to raise as much possible to support the work that we do.  

• Pay a £125 non-refundable deposit. 
• Agree to raise a minimum of £1,750 sponsorship (of which 50% is due by 18 June 2025). 

Please note that, in addition, you will have to provide the following items at your own cost:

• Bicycle and helmet.
• Transport to and from pick-up and drop-off points.
• Evening meals, drinks and snacks.
• Optional excursions in Paris.

Read our terms and conditions page.

Please contact us at [email protected] or call 01295 816484.