The 'Tour de Valencia CF' for Marcelino and coaching staff

Inspired by the Tour de France and the amazing views in Switzerland, members of the Valencia CF coaching staff and medical team got their cycling gear on for a Sunday ride at Cry d’Er, which has an altitude of some 2.2km.

In a repeat of last year's route, and with Marcelino leading the way, the participants made a 12.59km ascent in the Swiss Alps, setting off from Crans-Montana.

After pushing themselves and also having fun on the climb, the group posed for a photo at the end of their cycling exploits. There was no yellow jersey to be won, but the rewards for the players were some spectacular scenery, a test of their fitness and further bonding.