The big players on the European cycling scene always top the list for the best European country for cycling: France, Italy, Spain. There’s no doubt these nations offer an incredible array of terrains, stunning landscapes and a deep-rooted cycling culture. But they’re not the only destinations to be considered when planning a European cycling holiday. […]
For many of us, the beauty of exploring new destinations by bike lies in the opportunity cycling gives us to move at our own pace, pause when we need or want to, and uncover hidden gems that might otherwise be left unturned. Our selection of self-guided bike tours in Europe has been carefully hand-picked and […]
The Alps offer some of the best cycling routes in Europe. Known for their skyscraping peaks, their pristine, glassy lakes, and sweeping alpine valleys, the Alps attract thousands of visitors every year to cycle, trek, ski, and immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of one of the world’s most iconic mountain ranges. The list of […]
Few events in the sporting calendar carry the weight of history, passion, intrigue, drama, blood, sweat and tears like the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France. For over a century, these UCI World Tour races have tested the limits of human endurance and captivated audiences around the world. The Giro d’Italia and the Tour […]
From the rugged ascents of the Alps, to the sweeping descents of the Pyrenees, the rolling hills of Tuscany and the coastal rides of Spain’s southern coastline, Europe’s extensive network of cycling routes makes it an unparalleled destination for spectacular European cycling tours. Taking the continent as a whole, the EuroVelo network alone has over […]
Dreaming cycling in the high mountains? Here's our guide for what to pack.
A playground like no other. Explore the endless roads of Europe’s most impressive mountain ranges and discover giants such as the Col du Tourmalet, Col du Galibier and Vršič Pass.
It’s here, it’s finally here, the first (modern) women’s Tour de France is just around the corner and we could not be more excited. Kicking off from Paris, as the men’s race finishes, it makes the Tour last a whole extra week, except with fresh faces and what is sure to be really competitive, really […]
Trans Cycling Challenges, Point to Point Challenges, Journeys of a lifetime – there are many different names for them but there is one thing that is consistent: a Trans Cycling Challenge is an unforgettable, epic adventure! In this post we will explore which we think are the best. What is a Trans Cycling Challenge? A […]
The Alps have long been a classic destination for those seeking a cycling vacation in Europe. It is, after all the place where the fiercest battles of the Tour are won and lost, where almost every climb is a ‘classic’, the roads are smooth and the terrain is challenging and varied. To that end we […]
If you’re planning a cycling tour in the high mountains, like the Pyrenees, the Alps, or the Dolomites, use our 6-step guide to prepare for your trip. CYCLING IN THE HIGH MOUNTAINS: THE GUIDE When you signed up for the tour you probably had an ambitious training plan which would get you to an optimum […]
Eat Sleep Cycle founder Brian recounts taking our first guests to the Pyrenees and attemps to explain just what’s so special about them. A Cycling Dream To me, they’re the sport’s spiritual home and for us, the Pyrenees are where the Eat Sleep Cycle dream began. It was a warm Saturday in October 2016 and […]
The first Eat Sleep Cycle tour (Trans Pyrenees) rolled out of Girona heading towards the Pyrenees and the Atlantic coast. One word- Epic. The 6 riders were: Peter Gaskill, Benny Cassidy, David Conroy, David, Corinne & Tristan Cardew. The guides were: Lee, Lou & Brian. The adventure was unforgettable. Trans Pyrenees: Day 1 And we’re […]
