Liege-Paris-Liege Challenge 1250km

Liège–Paris–Liège (LPL) is a self-supported ultra-cycling event inspired by the heritage of the Belgian Classics. Created in 2023, the challenge pays tribute to the historic Liège–Bastogne–Liège race, taking riders across the landscapes of Belgium and neighbouring countries on long-distance routes built around endurance, autonomy and exploration.

The LPL Spring 2027 route covers approximately 450 km with 6,500 metres of elevation gain, crossing four countries: Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany and Luxembourg. With a maximum time limit of 54 hours, the course offers a long-distance take on the Ardennes classics, with an added taste of the Amstel Gold Race.

Starting and finishing in Liège, riders follow a fixed GPX route through varied countryside, rolling terrain and demanding climbs. The event provides GPS trackers, but there are no support vehicles, drafting or outside assistance. Participants must carry their own equipment and source food, water and supplies from shops or the event organisation.

LPL also offers a longer format, LPL Challenge, which featured a 1,250 km route in 2026, crossing Belgium, France, Germany and Luxembourg. Its route included the Vosges, Grand Ballon, Route des Crêtes, Hunsrück and Mullerthal. The Spring and Challenge formats provide different ways to experience the event, from a demanding long weekend to a multi-day ultra-distance expedition.