HCPT Cycle

Versailles to Lourdes

7 days // 911km

Welcome to HCPT Cycle 2025 - an inspiring charity event combining adventure, camaraderie, and purpose! This extraordinary cycling challenge takes participants on a breathtaking journey from Versailles to Lourdes, culminating in Lourdes on Good Friday during Holy Week.

Now in its 8th edition, HCPT Cycle 2025 isn't just about the ride; it's about transforming lives. Through your support and participation, we raise vital funds for HCPT, a charity dedicated to offering life-changing pilgrimage experiences for children and young people with disabilities or social challenges.

Cycle 2025

The HCPT Cycle 2025 is an inspiring seven-day cycling challenge spanning over 900km from Versailles to Lourdes, taking place from Saturday, 12th April to Friday, 18th April 2025. Riders will pass through Chartres, Le Mans, Saumur, Niort, Libourne, and Mont-de-Marsan, with the longest day covering over 180km. The route showcases France’s diverse landscapes, including the rolling farmland of Île-de-France, the vineyards and châteaux of the Loire Valley, the tranquil Marais Poitevin, Bordeaux’s renowned wine country, the expansive Landes Forest, and the foothills of the Pyrenees. This event combines breathtaking scenery, physical endurance, and the shared goal of supporting a meaningful cause.

Your Support

This cycling challenge isn’t just about the miles—it’s about making a real difference. Every pedal stroke brings us closer to our goal: raising vital funds for HCPT, a charity dedicated to giving disabled and disadvantaged children the opportunity to experience life-changing pilgrimages and holidays. By sponsoring a participant, you’ll be helping to provide support, joy, and unforgettable experiences to children who need it most.

What do I do?

Find a participant

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Make a donation

Your sponsorship goes directly to HCPT, funding transformative trips for children.

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