BÅSTAD, SWEDEN
RAPHA CYCLING CLUB
GET READY TO RIDE
Three days exploring Scandinavia's finest routes
Prepare for an epic weekend of riding with a Friday warm-up ride, priming your legs for the exhilarating adventures ahead. Saturday is the highlight of your cycling escapade, with a carefully planned Big Ride Day that will challenge and inspire you.
Explore stunning routes with the guidance of experienced Rapha Ride Leaders who will enhance your journey with their knowledge and expertise.
Three Days of Riding
Our team has carefully curated routes to showcase the best of our riding.
The weekend begins with a warm-up ride on Friday, followed by a longer day in the saddle on Saturday. On Sunday morning, we’ll wrap up with a recovery ride before sharing one final meal together.
Guided by our expert Rapha Ride Leaders, you can count on a seamless and rewarding riding experience.
Rapha Ride Leaders
Our team of Ride Leaders will be there to guide you throughout all the rides so you can focus on the riding and enjoying each other's company.
The combined knowledge made up of years in the saddle means you'll be in safe hands.
Together As One
Our RCC Båstad Escape is designed for you to experience the road together and meet friends for life.
Already know some others? Why not book a room together or share the ride over to our starting point.
Support From Start To Finish
Feel like a professional as our Rapha support cars from Skoda are there every step of the way over the weekend. The team are no stranger to ensuring our RCC members are well looked after.
The Hotel Riviera Strand
Situated along the white sandy beaches of the Swedish Riviera, enjoy the calm and luxurious facilities at the Hotel Riviera Strand.
Assisted by Allroads
We're delighted to team up with our friends from Allroads who bring their extensive local knowledge of Båstad to ensure you experience a seamless riding adventure.
Book Your Spot
Book now to secure your spot at the RCC Escape: Båstad.
Choose between a twin suite for shared camaraderie or a private suite for personal relaxation at the Hotel Riviera Strand
Weekend Itinerary
Check out the order of events from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave with lifelong friends and memories.
15:00
Welcome to the Swedish Riviera!
Arrive and check in to the Riviera Strand Hotel by 15:00 in time for our Warm-up Ride alongside your fellow RCC members.
Day 1 - 05.09
16:00
Get ready to ride as we head out for our opening warm-up ride. Familiarise yourself with the Swedish Riviera as our team of ride leaders take you out for this 60km spin.
Day 1
19:00
After a shower and chance to freshen up, we'll enjoy a special 2-course welcome dinner all together where you will get to know everyone and hear from the Rapha team.
This and all meals are included in your trip ticket.
Day 1
08:00
Breakfast is served!
Fuel up for the day with ocean views on the side as we enjoy a wide selection of food to suit your riding needs.
Day 2
09:35
Time to ride. Kit on, shoes fastened, we'll head out after breakfast and a safety briefing for the longest ride on the trip with over 100km on the agenda.
Båstad boasts some of the best riding in Scandinavia with a mix of forest and coastal areas.
Day 2
Lunch Break
We'll link up with the Rapha Support Team as we enjoy lunch together at approximately the half-way point on our ride.
This lunch is included with your Escape ticket.
Day 2
We'll continue our route winding our way through the changing Swedish landscape. Keep an eye out for wildlife and scenic views from the various high-points you will climb to.
Our photographers will be there to capture all the moments along the way so you can focus on enjoying the moment!
Day 2
Wind down after an exhilarating day in the saddle by enjoying everything the Hotel Riviera Strand has on offer. Pack your swim shorts or swimsuit and take a dip in the outdoor and indoor pools. Feeling brave? The ocean is just a few metres away so plunge into sea for the ultimate refresh.
This is your time to relax and spend however you like before the evening's activities begin.
Day 2
18:30
After some relaxation, we'll put on a shirt and head out together for our Saturday Pizza Party at the iconic Pepe's Restaurant.
Pizza and a beer is included in your ticket.
Day 2
08:30
After a good night's sleep, we'll fuel up for our recovery ride on Sunday morning with breakfast and a sea view.
Day 3
14:00
All good things must come to an end as we freshen up from our recovery ride with a final group meal before leaving Båstad.
If you are flying in to Copenhagen Airport (EKCH) we advise you to book an evening flight. Alternatively, you can pay for an extra night and travel to Copenhagen the next day.
Day 3
Moments Captured
Check out some images captured by our Rapha photographers from our previous RCC Escapes to Båstad.
