Kona Prep Camp with Triathlon Thibaut
15 min from Font-Romeu · 1,600m altitude
18 June – 9 July 2026·From 140€/week
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18 June — 9 July 2026
Thibault Escaich has just qualified for Kona, the Ironman World Championship. This summer, he's preparing for that race from Font-Romeu, from June 18 to July 9.
Cycling rides through three valleys, swim sessions at Matemale, altitude runs. And outside of training, a community of athletes sharing the efforts, the meals, the evenings. The kind of atmosphere that stays with you.
Thibault Escaich
Qualified for the Ironman World Championships at Kona. Train with him during his prep
Thibault Escaich, passionate triathlete from Toulouse and content creator followed on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Qualified for the Ironman World Championships, Thibault is now preparing for this major race. He shares his daily life as an athlete, his workouts, and his races through dynamic and motivating videos on social media.
What is an Ironman?
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3.8 km
Swim
🚴
180 km
Bike
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42.195 km
Marathon
Kona, the Holy Grail of triathlon
The Ironman World Championships now alternate between Kona (Hawaii) and Nice. It's THE race every triathlete dreams of completing at least once. Only the best qualify.
Altitude in Font-Romeu
1,600m altitude, 15 min from Font-Romeu. Altitude training naturally boosts your VO₂max and red blood cell production.
Tour de France on July 6th
The biggest cycling race in the world passes near the center on July 6th. Group outing planned, a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
Part of his Kona prep
Thibault is preparing for the Ironman World Championships.
The Tour de France passes right by the center
On July 6th, the biggest cycling race in the world passes near the center. Thibault will be there with the whole group. A unique moment you won't want to miss.
21
stages
3,333 km
covered
184
riders
54,450 m
elevation gain
15 min from the center
Font-Romeu Athletics Track
One of Europe's best high-altitude tracks, used by elite athletes.
15 min from the center
Lake Matemale
Open-water swimming in a Pyrenean lake at 1,500m. Perfect for technical sessions and long-distance training.
Starting from the center
Cycling valleys
Cerdagne, Capcir, Conflent: legendary roads and iconic mountain passes, accessible directly from the center.
25 min from the center
Puigcerdà Swimming Pool
Indoor pool available 25 minutes from the center. Perfect for swim sessions in any weather.
What they say
“Spent 1 week at LA NTV, Nico and Thomas are two very kind people always at your service. I met so many great people in a respectful and cheerful atmosphere. I highly recommend the center which is very well located and really nice.”
“A wonderful experience in accommodation located in the heart of the Fort of Mont Louis. 20min from Matemale, 15min from the CREPS in Font Romeu, LA NTV is a great place for anyone looking to discover Font Romeu or train at altitude.”
“I had an excellent stay! The center is perfect for training, relaxing, discovering beautiful places and making wonderful connections. Thomas and Nicolas are very welcoming and will show you the must-see spots in Mont-Louis.”
“Spent 1 week at LA NTV, Nico and Thomas are two very kind people always at your service. I met so many great people in a respectful and cheerful atmosphere. I highly recommend the center which is very well located and really nice.”
“A wonderful experience in accommodation located in the heart of the Fort of Mont Louis. 20min from Matemale, 15min from the CREPS in Font Romeu, LA NTV is a great place for anyone looking to discover Font Romeu or train at altitude.”
“I had an excellent stay! The center is perfect for training, relaxing, discovering beautiful places and making wonderful connections. Thomas and Nicolas are very welcoming and will show you the must-see spots in Mont-Louis.”
“An unforgettable sports experience with a center where everything is designed for altitude training in the best possible conditions. The comfort of this accommodation is impeccable with all the essentials an athlete needs for a training camp.”
“Looking for a place for a sports camp in a friendly and passionate setting? Then this center is for you! Thomas and Nicolas are very welcoming hosts with great advice on nearby training spots.”
“Just back from a running camp in Mont-Louis, and it was fantastic! In the heart of the Pyrenees, I spent 3 weeks training in a breathtaking natural setting. The accommodation was perfect for resting after intense sessions.”
“An unforgettable sports experience with a center where everything is designed for altitude training in the best possible conditions. The comfort of this accommodation is impeccable with all the essentials an athlete needs for a training camp.”
“Looking for a place for a sports camp in a friendly and passionate setting? Then this center is for you! Thomas and Nicolas are very welcoming hosts with great advice on nearby training spots.”
“Just back from a running camp in Mont-Louis, and it was fantastic! In the heart of the Pyrenees, I spent 3 weeks training in a breathtaking natural setting. The accommodation was perfect for resting after intense sessions.”
“This center is made for you! Looking for the best compromise to train between Matemale and Font-Romeu? This is where you need to go. Nicolas and Thomas know how to welcome you. You sleep well, eat well. GO FOR IT ATHLETES!”
“A most pleasant stay! Everything is set up for efficient training: treadmill, stadium nearby, Lake Matemale just 20min away and beautiful trails for altitude runs. The bonus = waking up with mountain views!”
“This center is made for you! Looking for the best compromise to train between Matemale and Font-Romeu? This is where you need to go. Nicolas and Thomas know how to welcome you. You sleep well, eat well. GO FOR IT ATHLETES!”
“A most pleasant stay! Everything is set up for efficient training: treadmill, stadium nearby, Lake Matemale just 20min away and beautiful trails for altitude runs. The bonus = waking up with mountain views!”
The program
Not a structured camp with a fixed schedule. A collective, athletic moment at altitude where everyone progresses at their own pace.
- Swim, bike, and run sessions, everyone at their own pace, together
- Spontaneous outings and exchanges with Thibault: questions, advice, conversations
- Group outing for the Tour de France on July 6th
- Shared equipped kitchen available, everyone handles their own meals
- Athlete camp atmosphere: collective motivation, no pressure
The center
A sports accommodation at 1,600m altitude, in the heart of the Mont-Louis citadel (Pyrénées-Orientales), 15 minutes from Font-Romeu and Lake Matemale.
1,600m altitude
Naturally boost your red blood cells and VO₂max through altitude training.
15 min from Font-Romeu
Quick access to the CREPS athletics track and Lake Matemale for your workouts.
Three valleys
Cerdagne, Capcir and Conflent: a huge playground for cycling, trail running and road running.
UNESCO Citadel
Stay in the heart of a fortified citadel classified as a World Heritage Site, a unique setting between workouts.
Pricing
Group
Shared room
140€/week
Individual
€32/night
224€/week
Degressive pricing by group size: the more you come, the less it costs
Accommodation included · shared equipped kitchen available
Cleaning included · Excluding tourist tax
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