How to Choose Your Cycling Trip with Baroudeur Cycling

Discover the "Like a Pro" experience across Portugal and France

Whether you're dreaming of alpine climbs, sun-drenched coastlines or wild gravel paths, your next cycling adventure should be more than just a ride — it should be an experience.

At Baroudeur Cycling UK, we design premium road and gravel cycling trips in Portugal and France, with one mission: to help you ride like a pro, explore like a local, and recover like a king.

Why ride with Baroudeur Cycling?

✅ Elite-level support – Pro-standard guides, on-route assistance, and curated logistics
✅ Bespoke routes – From legendary climbs to hidden gravel tracks
✅ Flexible formats – Guided or self-guided, solo or in a group
✅ Total immersion – Gastronomy, culture, nature, and community

Our trips are built for performance and pleasure — whether you're chasing watts or sunsets.

Road or Gravel: which format is right for you?

🚴 Road Cycling Trips: Smooth climbs & iconic tarmac

If you love the rhythm of long road days, smooth descents, and epic landscapes, our road cycling trips are crafted for you. Think Foia in the Algarve, the cols of the Alps, or the classic roads of the Basque Country.

Best suited for:
✔️ Trained cyclists or sportives enthusiasts
✔️ Riders looking to build endurance and climbing strength
✔️ Fans of legendary routes and fast rolling roads

👉 Explore our Algarve road cycling trip

🌄 Gravel Cycling Trips: Off-grid, off-script, unforgettable

Gravel is about freedom and exploration. Our gravel trips take you beyond the asphalt — into remote valleys, forest trails, coastal tracks, and lost countryside lanes.

Best suited for:
✔️ Riders who crave solitude and nature
✔️ Curious explorers wanting to escape the peloton
✔️ Adventurers looking for raw, immersive experiences

👉 Discover our Algarve gravel escape

Guided vs. Self-Guided: What’s the best fit for you?

🧭 Guided Trips: Ride like a pro, supported every kilometre

On a guided Baroudeur trip, you ride with expert guides, a support vehicle, and full-service logistics. We take care of everything, so you can focus on your legs and your line.

Perfect for:
✔️ Riders who want to train hard and ride free
✔️ Solo travellers or groups seeking structure and support
✔️ Those who love pro-level comfort and safety

🌍 Self-Guided Trips: Freedom, with a safety net

Want to ride at your own pace, without losing the benefit of expert planning? Our self-guided trips include pre-loaded GPX routes, reserved accommodation, and remote assistance — all with our local expertise behind the scenes.

Includes:
✔️ Customised GPX files and maps
✔️ Handpicked bike-friendly stays
✔️ Roadbook with local insights and food stops

👉 See our self-guided trips in France and Portugal

Our Top Destinations

🇵🇹 Algarve, Portugal: Ride in the sun, year-round

With over 300 days of sunshine, the Algarve is a cyclist’s paradise. Climb inland valleys, descend to the sea, and soak in the rhythm of Portugal.

Highlights:
✔️ Coastal and mountain routes
✔️ Smooth, quiet roads
✔️ Authentic food and wine culture

👉 Discover our Algarve cycling holidays

🇫🇷 France: From mythical climbs to coastal gravel

France offers it all — iconic climbs, dramatic coastlines, wild forests, and picturesque villages. Whether you dream of Ventoux, the Alps or the rugged Brittany coast, we’ll take you there.

Top picks:
✔️ The Alps: pure elevation and endurance
✔️ Mont Ventoux: a must-climb for any serious rider
✔️ Brittany & the Basque Country: gravel gold, coastal wind, and Celtic soul

👉 View our France cycling experiences

How to prepare for your trip?

🧠 Set your goals – performance, exploration, or a mix of both
🚴 Choose your style – road or gravel, guided or free
🧳 Pack smart – check out our essential gear checklist
💡 Train accordingly – and don’t worry, we’ll help guide your prep if needed

Ready to ride with Baroudeur Cycling?

Let us design a cycling experience that fits you like a tailored jersey. From Portugal to France, from pro-level routes to remote gravel escapes — we handle the details, so you can focus on the ride.

👉 Contact our team for a personalised recommendation
👉 Or explore all our cycling holidays

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