OCS Pyrénées Ariégeoises
📍 Occitanie, France
roadgravelmtb
Date
5–7 September 2026
Distance
350km · 150km
Elevation
8,000 m
Difficulty
gravel
GRAAALPS
Alpes / Côte d’Azur, France · 2026
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
An ultra-distance gravel cycling event spanning up to 800 km across France, Italy, and Switzerland, tackling legendary alpine passes in semi-autonomy.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 800 km · 500 km · 300 km
- Surface
- gravel
- Typical W/kg
- 3.2–4.2
Rider fit
Who it's for
Experienced ultra-endurance gravel cyclists seeking a self-supported mountainous challenge across three countries.
Who will struggle
Riders lacking experience in high-altitude climbs, multi-country navigation, and long hours of semi-autonomous riding.
Training focus
Building deep aerobic endurance for massive climbing elevation and mastering multi-hour efforts on loose gravel surfaces.
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FAQs
What distances are available for GRAAALPS?+
Participants can choose between three distinct routes: 800 km from Mandelieu to Crans-Montana, 500 km for the Tour du Mont Blanc Gravel, and a 300 km option starting in Crans-Montana.
Which countries does the route cross?+
The course takes riders through France, Italy, and Switzerland, crossing the Alps twice.
Is the event fully supported?+
No, GRAAALPS is run in semi-autonomy, meaning riders must manage their own equipment, nutrition, and repairs on the road, while utilizing designated basecamps for rest and resupply.
Can I ride in a team?+
No, each participant completes the adventure in solo format, riding against themselves and the mountain.
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