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Rapha Randonnées
Experience Europe's greatest rides exclusively with Rapha

_{Randonnée: a type of organised bicycle ride, typically covering between 100 to 1,200 km.}

The traditional ‘Brevets’ and ‘Randonneur’ rides of Europe are tests of endurance, self-sufficiency and exploration. Inspired by such riding, Rapha Randonnées have been conceived in collaboration with La Fuga as exclusive point-to-point adventures running over six consecutive days, averaging between 80-100 miles of riding each day.

Groups of twelve Rapha Randonneurs will follow a carefully designed route, unique to Rapha Randonnées, that will traverse the most beautiful and historic roads and mountain passes in Europe. These epic courses are fully supported with carefully selected overnight accommodation and superb regional cuisine.

Exploration of the different regions, riding through breathtaking landscapes and the physical challenge will provide the ultimate escape. These Randonnées will be an unforgettable journey with good company, delicious food and the ride of a lifetime.

The Rapha Randonnées are fully supported rides with support vehicles, experienced guides, mechanics and all inclusive accommodation and catering.

Three Rapha Randonnées for 2010 are available to book now:

Randonnée Appennini

• Trip 1: 1st – 8th May 2010
• Trip 2: 11th – 18th September 2010
• Route - Lucca to Ascoli
• Key climbs - San Pellegrino, Monte Petrano, Monte Nerone, Monte Catria, Passo di Gualdo
• Distance - 810km
• Elevation - 16520m
• Price - £2,500
• Special Guest - Claudio Chiappucci

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Randonnée Alpine

• SOLD OUT Trip 1: 21st – 28th June 2010
• Trip 2: 4th – 11th September 2010
• Route - Evian to Nice
• Key climbs - Col de Colombiere, Col du Glandon, Alpe d’Huez, Col d’Izoard, Col de la Bonnette-Restefond
• Distance - 780 km
• Elevation - 19065m
• Price - £ 2,800
• Special Guest - Jean-Marie Leblanc

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Randonnée Pyrénéenne

• Trip 1: 7 – 14th June 2010
• Trip 2: 13th – 20th September 2010
• Route Biarritz to Collioure
• Key climbs - Marie Blanque, Aubisque, Tourmalet, Aspin, Peyresourde, Col de Portet d’Aspet, Col de Port.
• Distance - 775 km
• Elevation - 15385m
• Price - £ 2,500

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