Tour des Trois Vallees 13th - 15th June 2009

The 37th annual Tour des Trois Vallees is a series of randonnees (touring rides) organised by the Cyclo-Club Dieppois based on the roads and lanes of the countryside in and around Dieppe, offering various distances (from 20k to 200k) to suit both families and keen club cyclists. A walk is generally offered for non-cyclists.

The event was started in 1972 by Neville Chanin - a well known cyclist who has undertaken touring trips throughout the world. Neville continues to attend the event each year. After organising the weekend for 22 years the responsibility was passed to Paul Coan. Since June 2004 Caroline and Glen Street have organised the UK contingent.

All work is undertaken voluntarily so it is not a business. It is a great way to introduce less experienced cyclists to cycling in France and every year we have people who thoroughly enjoy the experience. At the other end of the spectrum, many keen club cyclists also come back every year.

Once again this year we have secured a group booking for the Newhaven Dieppe ferry on the Saturday morning. Options are available for returning on the Monday or Wednesday. Ferry and accommodation needs to be booked individually by entrants. Entry and travel are now closed for June 2009.

A route sheet is supplied and most directions are marked on the road. These markings and regular control points ensure simple navigation for first timers. The events may be ridden on any type of cycle and children are welcome.

Dieppe is a beautiful town with a long esplanade, chateau, marina and an excellent selection of bars and restaurants. The ferry is less than a mile from the town centre so you can leave your car at the ferry port in Newhaven and travel by bike on the ferry. If you have panniers then that's great but many of our group travel with a bag on their back for the short distance to the Hotels.

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