2025: Pisa to Nice

Four days of incredible riding from Italy into France. From 24th - 29th September 2025.

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This year, we’re riding from Pisa, Italy to Nice, France – just under 600 km with about 9,000 m of elevation. Starting with scenic climbs through Tuscany and passing through historic Lucca, this ride continues with coastal views, mountain roads, and the epic ascent to Col de la Lombarde. The route combines challenging climbs with breathtaking scenery, finishing in the centre of Nice.

Day 1: Warm Up

A little over 100 km, a little under 1000 m
You can’t start a ride in Tuscany without exploring some of its hills. We head towards Lucca and make the most of the region's well-preserved Renaissance infrastructure. This day features two climbs: the first is about 7 km and the second around 5 km. The road winds through scenic olive groves and past historic villas before dropping back to the flat coastal area.

Day 2: This is getting real.

Three climbs – making it about 160 km and 2800 m
After enjoying the initial coastal views, you’ll pass through more wooded terrain and tackle three climbs. The first takes you through Passo della Mola before descending back to the coast. The second, in a forested area, mainly serves to avoid a massive motorway tunnel. The third brings you straight to the hotel.

Day 3: From coast to mountains.

A series of shorter climbs and one long stretch – about 160 km and 2300 m
An early start is essential to beat the traffic. The route follows the Ligurian coast with fantastic views for the first 50 km. From there, we take some smaller roads up into the mountains and cross into Piedmont.

Day 4: The epic day.

Just one climb but it’s one to remember – 160 km and 2830 m
It’s a big day, even with just one climb. We start on a quiet road and head towards France. The climb up to Col de la Lombarde is long (over 20 km) and it can get quite chilly up at the ski resort Isola 2000 (though it’s not quite as high as the Timmelsjochpass we all loved in 2023!). From there, it’s mostly downhill through Mercantour National Park and along the River Var all the way to Nice.

Highlights from 2024: Venice to Rome.

Photography by Vincent Engel.