The Marie Curie Cancer Care Etape Caledonia is generally regarded as the UK’s leading sportive and each year welcomes over 5,500 cyclists to the beautiful town of Pitlochry, Scotland. With the 81 mile course taking in some of the most breathtaking views the Scottish Highlands has to offer, as well as a festival atmosphere to look forward to at the finish line, it’s a must do for both cycling enthusiasts and first timers looking to experience the thrill of riding on completely closed roads in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Shortly after setting off from a buzzing Pitlochry you will pass Loch Tummel and Loch Rannock, both of which will have you marvelling at the sheer beauty of the region.
This breathtaking start to the route not only sets the scene aesthetically, but also helps prepare your legs for the steep King of the Mountains (KOM) climb up Schehallion.
You will be pleased to hear that your hard work up this KOM climb will be rewarded with panoramic views across the awe inspiring Scottish Highlands, whilst providing you with a chance to look back at what you have just conquered.
With the steepest hill now behind you, the remainder of the route makes for relatively easy riding. You will even be rewarded with a downhill section which goes on for over 8km!
As you leave the fourth and final feed station of the route you will be cheered up the final climb by the inspirational Marie Curie Cancer Care supporters, before riding a further 6km through forest lined roads which lead you to the jubilant finish line in the heart of Pitlochry.
- 11 May 2014 8:00am
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- Etape CaledoniaEtape CaledoniaPitlochry, Highland Perthshire, UK
- Up to 130 km (81 miles)
- From 65.00 GBP
- Unknown Riders