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2024

Liege-Bastogne-Liege Challenge

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    Join us for a weekend riding the Liege-Bastogne-Liege Challenge on the Saturday ahead of watching the professionals on the Sunday. Entries, staff support, transport, bike rental are all available. Our hotel is within walking distance of the start of the Challenge and Pro race. We also offer Liege Bastogne Liege VIP access options.

    Liege-Bastogne-Liege

    The Challenge

    The pro race

    Liege-Bastogne-Liege is nicknamed ‘La Doyenne’ as it is the oldest race out of the classics which is still taking place today. Don’t be fooled and think that Belgium is flat. This race takes in plenty of steep, hilly sections and makes for some dramatic racing. First run in 1892, Liege Bastogne Liege, or LBL, takes you on hills typical of the Ardennes.

    Be a part of LBL’s rich cycling history and join us for the 2024 Liege Bastogne Liege on 22 and 23 April. On Saturday you can take part in the 2024 Liege Bastogne Liege Challenge. You have the opportunity to ride the amateur event on the Saturday with 274km, 154km and 75km distances available. The finish in Banneux will be closed officially at 20.00.

    On the Sunday we walk to the start of the 2024 Liege Bastogne Liege Pro race. If you want to make the Sunday extra special then why not book some VIP access tickets on the Sunday to watch the pros?

    Included in your package

    • 3 nights hotel accommodation at the 4 star Mercure Liege with breakfast
    • Entry pack delivered to your hotel if booked with us
    • Secure bike storage at the hotel
    • Transfer to/from the start and finish of the sportive
    • Well-equipped refreshment stations provided by the event organisers at every checkpoint with Isostar sports nutrition, water, fruit…
    • Road marshals on the route and at the start and finish
    • Technical assistance
    • Medical assistance at every checkpoint and at the finish
    Hotel
    Mercure Liege City Centre
    Mercure Liege City Centre

    This hotel is housed within a beautifully converted former 17th-century convent. The hotel overlooks the River Meuse and is close to the historic centre of Liège. The hotel is within a short walking distance of of some of the city's main highlights, such as Curtius Museum and Saint Bartholomew's Church. The hotel is within walking distance of Liege's old town, which features many tourist attractions and opportunities for shopping.

    The hotel's restaurant is situated in the original, 17th-century wing of the building, which used to be where the monastery was located. The restaurant can cater to specialists diets on request.

    Amenities:

    Shuttle service
    Shared lounge/TV area
    Vending machine (snacks)
    Vending machine (drinks)
    Shuttle service (additional charge)
    Designated smoking area
    Fitness facilities
    Air conditioning
    Non-smoking throughout
    Shops (on site)
    Heating
    Packed lunches
    Soundproof rooms
    Lift
    Family rooms
    Facilities for disabled guests
    Non-smoking rooms
    Newspapers
    Room service

    3 nights
    £589

    * Please note that the price is based on 2 people sharing a room with double bed or 2 single beds. Single supplement fee for a single occupancy of a room.

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    19 April

    Arrival day

    Flying in to Brussels?

    Airport transfers are available from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Liege at set times, please choose from a departure time of either 13:00 or 18:00 from the arrivals area. We cannot accommodate for flights arriving after 17:00. Departure airport transfers are available on Monday to Brussels Airport (BRU) from Liege at set times, please choose from a departure time of either 06:00am for flights after 10:00 or 11:00am for flights after 15:00. We cannot accommodate for flights departing before 10:00am.

    Driving yourself to Liege?

    If you make your own way to Liege and come and meet us at the hotel, then please let us know in advance. We will still provide your entry on arrival and we will still be able to provide transfers on Sportive day and Pro race day. We advise you to arrange your parking in advance directly with the hotel.

     

    20 April

    2024 Liege Bastogne Liege Challenge

    After an early breakfast, ride the short distance from the hotel to the start. There will be the option of taking part in either the 255km, 147km or 81km events. For those not riding the sportive the day will be at leisure in the city of Liege. After the Challenge, our reps will brief you about tomorrow’s Pro event.

    21 April

    2024 Liege Bastogne Liege

    Our location in Liege is ideal for accessing the start area where you will be able to see the teams arrive, after which we will see the start. As an optional extra to your package, you can add on any of our 3 VIP tickets; VIP Access Finish, VIP Access Start and VIP Start to Finish.

    22 April

    Departure Day

    Airport transfers are available to Brussels Airport (BRU) from Liege at set times, please choose from a departure time of either 06:00am for flights after 10:00 or 11:00am for flights after 15:00. We cannot accommodate for flights departing before 10:00am.

    255km +

    £TBC – start between 06:30 & 07:30 (without hotel package)

    147km +

    £TBC- start between 06:30 & 09:30 (without hotel package)

    81km +

    £TBC – start between 08:00 & 10:00 (without hotel package)

    Plane +

    Fly into Brussels (BRU) We have transfers available to book, leaving the airport at either 11:00 or 16:00

    Car +

    It is possible to self drive to Liege via either the channel tunnel or by ferry crossing

    Train +

    Liège-Guillemins high speed train station. High speed trains from Paris, Brussels, Cologne and Amsterdam. Regional and intercity trains from most Belgian cities.

    Does my luggage get transported to my hotel? +

    If airport transfers are included in your package, we will transfer you and your Luggage to the hotel. If you are on a cycling holiday, we will also transfer your bike.

    Do you cater for children? +

    Children are welcome on our trips with the exception of some Hospitality packages.

    Can Vegetarians, Vegans or special diets be catered for? +

    Any dietary requirements e.g., Vegetarian or Vegan etc needs to be advised to us at booking stage. We will then request the meals with the relevant hotel.

    Can I extend my stay along the way? +

    Stays can be extended beyond our standard packages subject to availability at the relevant hotel.

    How can I pay for my holiday? +

    Packages can be paid for online or over the phone by Credit/debit card or Amex, payments can also be made by Bank transfer.

    Do I need travel insurance? +

    Travel insurance is always advised and is best taken out at the time of making a booking.

    What happens if I have to cancel? Will I lose money? +

    Cancelation charges are applicable in the event you cannot travel. Please refer to the booking conditions page.

    Can I change the date after I’ve booked? +

    Subject to amendment fees and hotel availability dates can be changed after initial booking.

    Will anyone from your team meet me during my stay? +

    Dependent on the trip booked we will have representatives on the package this will be outlined in the individual tour. If we have no representation a 24-hour telephone number will be provided.

    Can I travel on my own? +

    Yes, we cater for solo travellers, we can offer single rooms or twin share rooms

    What is twin to share? +

    On many of our travel packages we offer our free ‘Twin to Share’ service where you pay to share a room rather than the supplement for a single room. We encourage single travellers to join our tours and rooms for single occupancy are available on all our tours, but we also offer the opportunity to book our ‘Twin to Share’ service. This option which means that we pair you up with another athlete of the same sex so you can enjoy the event without having to pay the single occupancy supplement.

    Is the entry guaranteed? +

    All our entries are Guaranteed there is no ballot, lottery or fundraising required once your entry is paid it is guaranteed.

    Do I need to pay a deposit? +

    A deposit will be required at time of booking to secure your place.

    How do I manage a Sports Tours booking? +

    Once booked online you will be able to view and make payments on your account.

    When will I receive my tickets? +

    Itineraries will be sent on all trips around 14 days prior to departure

    What is included in the price? +

    What is included in the price will be shown under each individual package.

    What is not included in the price? +

    What is not included in the price will be shown under each individual package.

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