Cycling for Leukaemia: 2,400 km from Paris to Lisbon
53 Australians are diagnosed with blood cancer every day. The Leukaemia Foundation is the only national charity dedicated to supporting patients with all types of blood cancer, including leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and amyloidosis. The Foundation funds research, advocates for better health policy, and provides patient care. Their services include emotional support, transport to appointments, and free accommodation for regional families who must relocate for treatment.
To raise funds for the Foundation, I am cycling solo and unsupported from Paris to Lisbon in January and February 2026.
I aim to complete the 2,400-kilometre journey in 20 days. The route largely follows the Grande Randonnée system through France, before joining the Camino Francés across Spain and the Caminho Português into Portugal.
The ride traverses the Pyrenees mountain range via the Roncesvalles Pass and crosses the Montes de León in Spain. The cumulative vertical ascent is approximately 22,000 metres.
Your contribution directly supports the Foundation's ability to assist Australians living with blood cancer. Please donate to help them save lives and support families facing a diagnosis.
My Achievements
Congrats! You've hit your goal!
$80 raised - you've given a family a night of emergency accommodation!
You've covered genetic testing!
You've given a family a whole weeks accommodation near treatment
$1,000 raised - you've made a tube gene test with state-of-the-art-technology possible
You've covered 3 months of lab costs for vital blood cancer research
You've fund life changing research for 3 months
Thank you to my Supporters
$106.12
Neda Namdar
$57.30
Edmond Duong
Well done Michael! Stay safe and enjoy the views. Skadoosh
$106.12
Lok Family
$106.12
Pammy Collins
Well done, Michael! Take care and have the best adventure!
$158.25
Kathy Lazidis
Stay strong and safe Michael. Remember those glaciers are in your long distant memory. Always proud of you xoxo
$211
Amanda Swift
Well done Michael! A huge effort for an amazing cause. Try not to break anything this time…
$57.30
Hamilton Stott
Go for it!
$106.12
Julia Pemberton
Good luck Michael! A great cause. Enjoy the beautiful scenery, food and experiences along the way. Buen Camino!
$137.15
Kristine Blair
Stay safe, and enjoy
Cheering for you Michael! Mighty effort for a great cause. Enjoy the right and stay safe. So incredibly proud of you x