Cycling in the Pyrénées
by Heather
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A recent cycling group described cycling in the Pyrénées with a base at Clos Mirabel as a ‘mythical experience’ (Québécois cycling group May, 2018). If you or your cycling group is looking for your next challenge Clos Mirabel will be happy to hear from you.

Clos Mirabel is a magnificent domaine of 6 hectars between coast and mountains. Its C18th manor is situated in a private park on the hills overlooking the vineyards of Jurançon to the entire chain of the Atlantic Pyrenees. In essence a haven of peace and tranquillity.

The view from the terrace (see below) shows the Pic du Midi d’Ossau and nestled inside this magnificent chain lie the Col d’Aubisque, and the Tourmalet, challenging tests of endurance in the Tour de France.

Following the Tour de France in the Pyrénées …

Choose from several itineraries whether your level is amateur, semi professional, élite or even Olympian. You will find that Clos Mirabel is situated in an ideal location for training and experiencing the magic and thrills of cycling in the Pyrénées.

We have many detailed itineraries to propose.

Here are six suggestions…

Discover the Béarnais région (a good level of fitness required)
The hills of Jurançon and villages of Cuqueron, Lacommande, Lasseube, Rébenacq
Distance : 77 kms
Difference in élévation : 1217 m

Towards Hautacam (level élite)
Distance 154 kms
Difference in élévation : 2953 m

Col de Marie Blanque (level pro)
Distance 109 kms
Difference in élévation : 2414 m

The Trio from Clos Mirabel(for Olympic riders)
Cols Marie Blanque (1033 m), Aubisque (1701m), Soulor (1474m)
Distance 164 kms
Difference in élévation : 4171 m

The Mythical Col de Tourmalet (for Olympic riders)
Distance 193 kms
Difference in élévation: 3898 m

A gentle bike ride around Clos Mirabel (for Tandems and Penny Farthings)
Distance 39 kms
Difference in élévation 638 m …
We can come and collect you before the final hill home

Special Cycling Offer
Special offer 795 euros pp per week in double or twin rooms, full board
Minimum number of participants 12

Non-cycling group members welcome.
Secure lock up garages
Bicycle workshop
Self catering packages also available
Special diets can be catered for
Sample Menus available

Offer excludes July & August.

For further information please contact us