Road Cycling Challenges and Raids

Multi-day cycling challenges

A 'raid' is a multi-day cycling challenge following a stunning mountain route. Most raids were originally designed by local cycling clubs in the 1950s. They vary in length and intensity but all follow a similar idea - the route must be completed within a certain period and you must get your 'carnet' stamped en route to show your progress. Successful Raiders receive a medal and certificate for optimum bragging opportunities! At Marmot Tours we've been helping cyclists conquer their road cycling challenges and raids since 2004 and we've reached an unsurpassed level of expertise. This has resulted in cyclists returning to us again and again. We have a range of raid routes (in the Pyrenees, Alps, Corsica, Massif Central, and the Dolomites), giving you the opportunity to experience some of the best cycling Europe has to offer. All are fantastic goals for any fit cyclist. Please have a look at our individual holiday pages for more information and to make sure the cycling challenge or raid is suitable for you and your abilities. You might also want to read our blog on raids (21/03/19) which is a Q & A format, including information on the history and format of a raid - you can check it out here.