Overview
Cycle 350 miles between these two landmark cities whilst completing two iconic cycling climbs. We start at Lake Geneva and head into the Swiss Alps, past the UCI Centre, continuing up and eventually over the mountains and their stunning scenery to descend into Italy and its magnificent lakes. The ride culminates in an epic climb up out of Lake Como to the Madonna del Ghisallo; followed by a thrilling downhill approach to our final celebration in the fashion capital of Milan.
- Start:
- 21/05/2022
- Finish:
- 26/05/2022
- Location(s):
- Switzerland / Italy
- Duration:
- 6
About the charity
Berkeley Homes Events details
Cycle 350 miles between these two landmark cities whilst completing two iconic cycling climbs. We start at Lake Geneva and head into the Swiss Alps, past the UCI Centre, continuing up and eventually over the mountains and their stunning scenery to descend into Italy and its magnificent lakes. The ride culminates in an epic climb up out of Lake Como to the Madonna del Ghisallo; followed by a thrilling downhill approach to our final celebration in the fashion capital of Milan.
More events from this charityItinerary - 6 days
Registration
We’ll meet in our Geneva hotel where we will check-in and register for the challenge. Here you’ll have chance to meet the crew before going to a local restaurant in the City.
Geneva to Sierre
We’ll meet in our Geneva hotel where we will check-in and register for the challenge. Here you’ll have chance to meet the crew before going to a local restaurant in the City.
Sierre to Mergozzo
Mountain Day! We Leave Sierre to head through the valley past the Pfyn-finges Nature Park on a fairly flat (few steep ramps to contend with) morning through small towns. The route then really starts to climb after mile 30, heading up the famous Simplon Pass. With a climb distance of 12miles averaging 6% this will be a climb to warm your legs. Upon reaching the summit we will have lunch and then descend into Italy! 82 miles (approx)
Mergozzo to Como
Day 4 sees us skirting the beautiful Italian lakes with plenty of opportunities to sample local coffees and gelato. We’ll stop for lunch on the shore of Lake Maggiore. If the weather is nice, take a dip. After lunch, the route takes us through the Italian countryside past Lake Lugano before heading south bringing us to the edge of Lake Como, continuing into the city to end the day in Como itself. 88 miles (approx)
Como to Milan
The final day of cycling, with a small mountain thrown in! We will leave Como following a road that twists up, down and around the edge of the lake to the glamorous town of Bellagio. Leaving Ballagio we start the climb up the patron saint of cycling at the Madonna del Ghisallo, shorter than the Simplon, but a famous climb that often features in the Giro d’Italia, this is a climb to enjoy! With a museum at the summit worth visiting, maybe you’ll even have time to buy some memorabilia or a new jersey? Enjoy a 10 mile descent before the terrain levels out to start the final leg into Milan; finishing at Al Duomo. In the evening we’ll enjoy a traditional Milanese meal in the city to celebrate our achievements. 91 miles (approx)
Last Day
Today is yours to enjoy and explore Milan and make your onward journeys home.
Dates & Prices
Start Date | End Date | Description | ||
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21/05/2022 | 26/05/2022 | 6 Days | Book now |
Pricing
Registration FeeNon-refundable booking fee to secure your place on the challenge |
£199 |
Sponsorship LevelThe amount you pledge to raise for your chosen charity |
£3,600 |