Ventoux Training Camp June 2026
Ventoux Training Camp Experience
1–8 June 2026 | Provence, France
This is not a sightseeing trip with bikes. It’s a structured training camp organized by Ventus and the cycling coach Nicolas Collinet, in one of the most legendary cycling regions in the world, based at the foot of Mont Ventoux.
- Train where cycling history was written.
- Ride iconic climbs.
- Sleep well. Eat well. Recover properly.
The Location
Pernes-les-Fontaines · Provence
Pernes-les-Fontaines is a classic Provençal town. Quiet. Historic. Authentic. It sits perfectly between Mont Ventoux and the Luberon massif, giving direct access to some of the best cycling roads in France.
Expect:
- Smooth, low-traffic roads
- Long, steady climbs
- Technical descents
- Lavender fields, gorges, and hilltop villages
- Ideal June weather for endurance riding
This is why professional teams train here.
Accommodation
Hôtel L’Hermitage
You’ll stay at Hôtel L’Hermitage, a high-end Provençal hotel designed for calm, recovery, and comfort.
Why this matters:
- Quiet environment. Proper sleep.
- Secure space for bikes.
- Excellent food. No compromises.
- Easy transfers to every ride start.
Accommodation is half board. Breakfast and dinner are included. You focus on training. Everything else is handled.
Room options
- Single occupancy
- Double occupancy
Travel & Logistics
Flights (Aegean Airlines)
Outbound:
Larnaca → Marseille
1 June | 10:15 – 16:45
Return:
Marseille → Larnaca
8 June | 17:35 – 01:20 (next day)
Local Transportation
- Private shuttle: Marseille Airport ↔ Pernes-les-Fontaines
- Dedicated van for bike transport (round trip)
- Group size: 15 riders
You land. You load the bike. You relax.
Training Program Overview
This is a week-long progression, not random riding.
Day 1 – Arrival & transfer to the heart of Provence
Arrival at Marseille Airport. A private shuttle for riders and a van for bike boxes will be waiting to transfer us to our hotel, Demeures & Châteaux – L’Hermitage, in Nicolas’ hometown (≈ 20 km from the foot of Mont Ventoux). The transfer takes about 1 hour.Build your bike, relax and enjoy the evening.
Day 2 – Warm-up ride: Col de Murs & Gordes (79 km, 1214 m elevation)
A gentle first day to loosen the legs, riding toward Col de Murs with a coffee stop in the hilltop village of Gordes. Rolling roads and great views.
GPX: https://www.strava.com/routes/3421688205879595818
Day 3 – Gorges de la Nesque & lavender fields (103 km, 1233 m elevation)
One of the region’s most beautiful rides through the Gorges de la Nesque. Lunch near the lavender fields around Sault, then descent via Méthamis. Pure Provençal scenery.
GPX: https://www.strava.com/routes/3421703955668432220
Day 4 – The Giant of Provence: Mont Ventoux via Bédoin (92 km, 2034 m elevation)
The big day: climb the legendary Mont Ventoux from Bédoin — ~21 km at ~7.5% average gradient. Descend to Malaucène for lunch before returning to the hotel. A classic every rider dreams of.
GPX: https://www.strava.com/routes/3421688205879165738
Day 5 – Recovery ride & Provençal experience (40 km, 477 m elevation)
A lighter day: a 40 km morning spin to loosen the legs. Afternoon: vintage Citroën 2CV tour through Provençal villages with lunch in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse. Relaxed pace and local discovery.
GPX: https://www.strava.com/routes/3423262700135410224
Day 6 – Exploring the Luberon (111 km, 1936 m elevation)
A longer day exploring the Luberon massif quiet roads, charming villages and rolling climbs. A change of scenery from Ventoux.
GPX: https://www.strava.com/routes/3421703955681023324
Day 7 – Ventoux loop & farewell ride ( 124 km — 1960 m elevation)
Final celebratory ride: the classic Tour du Ventoux loop. We’ll stop for lunch in the beautiful village of Montbrun-les-Bains before finishing our last kilometers together.
GPX: https://www.strava.com/routes/3421718933537248042
Day 8 – Last breakfast & departure
Relaxed breakfast together, final goodbyes, then transfer to the airport.
Distances range from recovery spins to long mountain days. GPX routes are pre-planned and proven.
Recovery & Experience
This camp isn’t only about suffering on climbs.
Included in the week:
- Structured recovery riding
- One lighter day focused on regeneration
- Provençal cultural experience
- Time to enjoy the region, not just survive it
You’ll leave stronger. And not mentally destroyed. That matters.
Exclusive Ventus Training Camp Jersey
As part of the Mont Ventoux Training Camp experience, all participants will receive a dedicated Ventus cycling jersey, designed exclusively for this camp in special Mont Ventoux Training Camp colors.
The jersey will be worn during the half-day professional photo and video session, ensuring a unified, high-end visual identity across all content. Beyond the shoot, it becomes a functional performance piece and a lasting reminder of the week spent training on some of the most iconic roads in cycling.
This is a preliminary design mock-up. The final Mont Ventoux Training Camp jersey will be revealed in its completed form soon.
Media Coverage
Photographer
- Half-day professional photography included
Optional Add-On
- Video editing
- Drone footage
You’ll come back with actual content. Not just phone photos from a café stop.
Package Price
€2,100 per person
Included
- Flights (Aegean Airlines)
- Airport transfers in France
- Bike transport van
- 7 nights at Hôtel L’Hermitage
- Half board (breakfast & dinner)
- Full training program
- On-site support
- Professional photography
Not Included
- Nicosia–Larnaca shuttle
- Lunches
- Drinks during dinner
Who This Camp Is For
- Cyclists who train seriously
- Riders preparing for races or long events
- Athletes who want volume, climbing, and quality recovery
- People who understand why Ventoux is Ventoux
If you want flat loops and cocktails at noon, this isn’t it.
Why This Camp Matters
You don’t train on Mont Ventoux by accident. You go there on purpose.
This week gives you:
- Real climbing adaptations
- Massive aerobic load
- Confidence on long ascents
- A shared experience with riders who take this seriously
You’ll feel it for months after.
See here the Terms & Conditions of this event and feel free to contact Ventus at info@ventuswear.com or Nicolas Collinet at nico.collinet@hotmail.fr and/or call +32 494 33 45 80