SPORTIVES

Sports Tours International guarantees entry to the biggest European sportives, coordinates prime accommodation and provides onsite support via a team of expert reps. A sportive makes for an excellent cycling goal as you push your limits on astonishing routes and closed roads. For the ultimate bucket list challenge, tackle the high mountain passes of the Etape du Tour, the jaw-dropping Dolomites of the Marmotte, or the punishing ascent of Alpe D’Huez and the end of the Maratona.

Etape Du Tour

JUNE 9TH 2023:

L’Etape du Tour is the official sportive of the Tour de France – it is the biggest and arguably most prestigious amateur event in the world. You’ll ride on closed roads with thousands of other cyclists, taking on the hardest mountain stage of Le Tour.

La Marmotte Alps

JUNE 25TH 2023:

An event that needs no introduction. The Marmotte is the oldest and most famous event on the sportive calendar featuring a legendary route made up of the hardest climbs in the French Alps. Conquer a staggering 5,000 vertical meters of climbing, culminating with an ascent of Alpe D’Huez.

Maratona Dles Dolomites

JULY 2ND 2023:

The Maratona is widely regarded among the toughest sportives in the world – not for its distance but because of the leg-shredding climbs packed into the route. Push yourself against the spectacular backdrop of the Italian Dolomites, along 138km featuring seven mountain passes.

Mallorca 312

APRIL 27TH 2024:

Held in one of Europe’s most beautiful cycling destinations, the Mallorca 312 originally included a full lap of the Balearic Island. A recent route change created an even more demanding course – 5,000m of climbing across a 194-mile loop on closed roads. Fortunately, there are two shorter distances to choose from.

Haute Route Dolomites

AUGUST 29TH 2023:

Immerse yourself in the heart of this legendary mountain range for 5 spectacular days and trace a sensational route through the jagged rock faces and demanding climbs of the region. The race will feature legendary cols, minimal flat sections, and mountain top finishes in the Italian mountains.

Haute Route Alps

AUGUST 20TH 2023:

The Haute Route Alps is known for its legshredding climbs and unrelenting sevenday format. Take on seven timed stages including a mountain time trial on the iconic cols of the French Alps. Our team provides an extra level of support including bespoke accommodation and extra feed stations.

WHERE WILL YOUR NEXT RIDE TAKE YOU?

For more information about any of our events, contact our expert team today on 0161 703 8161 or email sales@sportstoursinternational.co.uk