Serre Chevalier Altitude Challenge 2026
📍 Provence-Alps-Azure Coast, France
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Date
05 July 2026
Distance
100km
Elevation
3,500 m
Difficulty
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Cycl'Aigoual Région Occitanie
Occitanie, France · 27–28 June 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
The Cycl'Aigoual Région Occitanie is a challenging multi-discipline cycling event held over a weekend, featuring road, mountain bike, and gravel courses. Located on Mont Aigoual, it offers demanding routes like the 76km Quézac with over 1500m of elevation and a 122km Fénioux road course, alongside a 60km gravel event.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 76km · 122km · 60km
- Elevation
- 1,500 m
- Surface
- tarmac, gravel, dirt, singletrack
- Typical W/kg
- 3–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is ideal for intermediate to advanced cyclists seeking a significant challenge across various disciplines in a mountainous setting, from competitive road and gravel riders to those participating in multi-event challenges.
Who will struggle
Riders unaccustomed to sustained climbing, long distances, or multi-day efforts across varied technical terrains will likely find the main road, gravel, and combined challenge events particularly demanding.
Training focus
Training should prioritize developing strong climbing power, building endurance for significant distances, and refining bike handling skills essential for both road descents and off-road sections.
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FAQs
What types of cycling events are offered?+
The event encompasses road cycling, mountain biking (VTT), and gravel cycling, providing options for both competitive races and leisure rides or randonnées.
What are the primary distances and estimated difficulty for the road and gravel events?+
Road cyclists can choose between the 76 km Quézac course, which features over 1500 meters of climbing, or the longer 122 km Fénioux course. A 60 km gravel course is also available. These routes are designed for experienced and fit riders.
Are there options for younger participants or less competitive riders?+
Yes, the mountain bike (VTT) segment includes XC competitions open to all ages, starting from 5 years old, as well as non-competitive randonnées for a more relaxed experience.
Is it possible to participate in more than one cycling discipline?+
Yes, the 'CHALLENGE GemBik’AIGOUAL REGION OCCITANIE' allows participants to combine the Saturday road cycling event (specifically the Quézac course) with the Sunday mountain bike XC event.
When and where is the event located?+
The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, 2026, with the starting point at L’Espérou, situated on Mont Aigoual in the Massif Central region of Gard, France.
Will food or refreshments be available on site?+
While a hot meal will not be provided, a snack and beverage stand ('buvette/snack') will be set up to offer refreshments.