Spring Classics 2-13 April 2026

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Thursday 2 and Friday 3 April 2026.  Arrive in Lille by plane, train, or car, and we’ll meet you at Lille Europe railway station to collect you and your bike for the short transfer to our base in Ieper/Ypres. Spend the afternoon assembling your bike and heading out for a short test ride to shake off the travel before we gather for our Welcome Dinner.

On Friday morning, we’ll take on a more focused ride of around 50 km, including a climb up the legendary cobbled Kemmelberg—perfect for testing both bikes and legs ahead of tomorrow’s big challenge. The afternoon is yours to relax, recover, and fuel up for We Ride Flanders.

Saturday 4 April and Sunday 5 April. We Ride Flanders is the official cyclo-sportive held the day before the legendary Tour of Flanders—and thousands rise to the challenge. In 2025, over 15,000 cyclists are expected to take part. You can choose a distance that suits your legs and ambition: 80 km, 120 km, or 150 km. No matter the route, you’ll take on iconic climbs like the Molenberg, Koppenberg, Paterberg, and the famous Oude Kwaremont.

After a big day in the saddle, Sunday is all about recovery and enjoying the pro race in style. We’ll leave the bikes behind and be treated like royalty in a VIP on-course marquee for the Tour of Flanders—or the Ronde van Vlaanderen, as the locals call it. Expect seated dining with a three-course meal, open bar, live race coverage on big screens, and a prime outdoor viewing platform where the men’s peloton passes by three times and the women’s once.

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Monday 6 April to Friday 10 April  West Flanders offers stunning rolling countryside and quiet roads that make it a true cycling paradise. After the intense effort of last Saturday’s ride at We Ride Flanders—and with the demanding Paris-Roubaix Challenge coming up next weekend—we’ll take it easy this week with some lighter rides to keep our legs fresh. These relaxed outings are well within reach for less experienced cyclists. Along the way, we’ll pause to explore the region’s poignant World War I history and enjoy lunch at a local café or auberge. One of the highlights will be crossing the border and riding into France! Daily distances range from 40 km to 70 km.

Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 April. First held in 1896, Paris-Roubaix is known as the Queen of the Classics—a must-do for every die-hard cycling fan. But before the pros hit the cobbles, there’s your own challenge to conquer: the Paris-Roubaix Challenge, held the day before the main event. You can choose between 70 km or 145 km—how much pavé can you handle? No matter the distance, you’ll become part of the legend, finishing with a lap on the iconic Roubaix Velodrome.

Get a good night’s sleep—we’ve got an early start tomorrow. Before sunrise on Sunday, we’ll meet our private VIP van and head to Compiègne for the official start of Paris-Roubaix. From there, we’ll stay ahead of the race, catching the action roadside as the peloton tackles the brutal pavé secteurs. Then it’s back to the velodrome to witness the dramatic finale—can MVDP make it four in a row 

Monday 13 April. Early in the morning we take you back to Lille Flanders railway station for your next adventure or journey home. It's been great to have you on board!