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Rapha Randonnées
Experience the greatest road rides in Europe with Rapha
_{[Randonnée: a type of organised bicycle ride, typically covering between 100 to 1,200 km.]}

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The traditional ‘Brevets’ of Europe are tests of endurance, self-sufficiency and exploration. Inspired by such riding, Rapha Randonnées have been created in collaboration with La Fuga as exclusive point-to-point journeys that combine the same kind of riding but without the daily hassles of more traditional touring.

Run over six consecutive days, averaging between 80-100 miles of riding each day through some of the world’s most beautiful terrain, groups of twelve randonneurs follow carefully designed routes, unique to Rapha Randonnées. Exploration of these breathtaking landscapes combined with the physical challenge will provide the ultimate escape.

Each randonnée is fully supported with transportation, experienced guides, mechanics and all inclusive accommodation and regional cuisine.

Each randonneur will also receive a commemorative Rapha Tricolour Jersey featuring an exclusive embroidered 'brevet badge'.

Four Rapha Randonnées are available in 2012:

Randonnée Alpine

Trip 1: 16 to 23 June
Trip 2: 1 to 8 September
Key climbs - Col de Colombiere, Col du Glandon, Alpe d’Huez, Col d’Izoard, Col de la Bonnette - Restefond
Distance - 780 km
Elevation - 19065m

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Randonnée Pyrénéenne

Trip 1: 15 to 22 September
Key climbs - Marie Blanque, Aubisque, Tourmalet, Aspin, Peyresourde, Col de Portet d’Aspet, Col de Port
Distance - 775 km
Elevation - 15385m

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Randonnée Appennini

Trip 1: 1 to 8 September
Key Climbs - San Pellegrino, Monte Petrano, Monte Nerone, Monte Catria, Passo di Gualdo and Passo di Meta
Distance - 810km
Elevation - 16520m

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Randonnée Dolomiti _{new for 2012}

Trip 1: 2 to 9 June
Key climbs - Stelvio, Mortirolo, Gavia, Sella Ronda
Distance - 745km
Elevation - 18,000m.

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Rapha Randonnée Weekends

New for 2012 we are pleased to announce our shorter Rapha Randonnée Weekends. With three full days of riding and based in warm southern locations, Randonnée Weekends are ideal preparation for week-long trips and are easier to accommodate into a busy work and family schedule.