The 2027 route

Paris → Edinburgh · Departure planned for 14 June 2027

Over 1,500 km by bike, across France and the United Kingdom, to support sick children and their families.

The route shown is provisional. Stages and distances may evolve depending on traffic conditions, logistics, and the partners who join the adventure.

Paris

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Paris → Rouen

125 km

The challenge begins in the heart of Paris. This first day will take us to Rouen along the Seine valley, with more than 1,500 kilometres still ahead.

Rouen

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Rouen → Le Havre

95 km

Toward the Normandy coast and Le Havre — the last French stage before crossing the Channel.

Le Havre

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Le Havre → Portsmouth → Southampton

Sea crossing, then about 30 km by bike

After the crossing to Portsmouth, we will ride on to Southampton. A shorter day on the bike, but essential to make the transition from France to England.

Southampton

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Southampton → London

135 km

A long day toward the British capital, from the roads of southern England into the heart of London.

London

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Rest day · London

Recovery and meetings

A first day to recover, maintain the bikes, and meet partners and supporters of the project.

London

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London → Oxford

105 km

We will leave London for Oxford and begin our progress toward the west of England.

Oxford

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Oxford → Bath

110 km

A rolling stage through the English countryside and the Cotswolds, to the city of Bath.

Bath

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Bath → Cardiff

100 km

Heading for Wales, crossing the Severn estuary before reaching Cardiff.

Cardiff

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Cardiff → Birmingham

170 km

One of the longest days of the route. We leave Wales for Birmingham, in the heart of the Midlands.

Birmingham

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Rest day · Birmingham

Recovery and logistics

A second pause for the team to recover, service the gear, and prepare for the final part of the challenge.

Birmingham

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Birmingham → Manchester

145 km

The road resumes toward north-west England, all the way to Manchester.

Manchester

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Manchester → York

115 km

A demanding stage across northern England, toward the historic city of York.

York

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York → Newcastle

155 km

We continue north to Newcastle — the last major stage before the Scottish border.

Newcastle

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Newcastle → Edinburgh

225 km · Longest stage

The final day on the bike will also be the longest. More than 200 kilometres along the east coast will separate us from the finish in Edinburgh.

After more than 1,500 kilometres, every participant, partner, and donor will have helped carry the project to its destination.

Edinburgh

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