Cycle from one capital city to another and raise funds for people living with dementia
The London-to-Paris Cycle is one of the most popular overseas charity challenges. Over four days, you’ll cycle from London through the English countryside, cross the Channel, and continue through rural France before finishing at the Eiffel Tower.
This is a challenging but achievable event for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness, and a great option if you want a bigger goal to train towards while supporting Dementia Adventure.
What’s included:
- All transport from London to Paris return (by ferry and Eurostar),
- 4 nights hotel accommodation on a twin share basis
- All meals except where specified
- Discover Adventure crew (number dependent on group size)
- Vehicle support throughout the trip
- Route information
- Standard bike return for your collection at St Pancras (Eurostar)
What’s excluded:
- Travel insurance
- Any meals specified 'not included' in the itinerary
- Bicycle, cycle helmet (compulsory) and water bottles
- Optional Discover Adventure bike courier return to home service
- Personal spending money, souvenirs and drinks
- Any applicable surcharges as per Terms and Conditions
We’ll support you with:
By taking on the London-to-Paris Cycle for Dementia Adventure, you’ll help us provide supported holidays, outdoor experiences, and training for families affected by dementia. As a small charity, we rely on challenge fundraisers like you to fund our work.
Costs:
- Entry fee: £149 (this is non-refundable) – paid to Discover Adventure
- Minimum fundraising target: £2,000 (minimum) paid to Dementia Adventure 10 weeks before departure
Your fundraising helps cover the cost of the challenge, with the remaining funds going directly to Dementia Adventure. Anything raised above your target will go straight towards supporting our work.
We’ll support you with:
- Fundraising ideas and guidance
- Help setting up your online fundraising page
- Resources to help explain the impact of your challenge
- Ongoing support from our team
- T shirt to wear on the challenge
Training and preparation
This is an endurance challenge, but it is achievable with preparation. Discover Adventure provide:
- Training guidance and preparation advice
- Suggested cycling plans
- Pre-event briefings
- On-event support, including mechanics and medics
Many participants are not experienced long-distance cyclists when they sign up — the key is giving yourself time to train.
FAQs
When does the challenge take place?
Multiple dates are available throughout the year. You can choose the date that works best for you.
How far do you cycle each day?
You will typically cycle between 60 km and 100 km per day across four days.
Do I need to be an experienced cyclist?
No, but you should be comfortable cycling regularly and prepared to train beforehand.
What bike do I need?
A road bike or hybrid bike is recommended. Full guidance is provided after registration.
Is accommodation included?
Accommodation is arranged as part of the challenge
Can I take part with friends or colleagues?
Yes. This challenge works very well for groups, workplace teams or individuals looking for a shared goal.
Where can i find more information?
This challenge is facilitated by Discover Adventure. For more information please visit their website. https://www.discoveradventure.com/challenges/london-to-paris-cycle