Gran Fondo & Ultra Raid

Three days of sporting excitement: a marathon format, combining competition, pleasure, discovery and conviviality. This unique event brings together two complementary disciplines: road cycling with the Gran Fondo and mountain biking with the Ultra Raid.

More than just a sporting event, it's a real cycling festival, open to all: children, beginners, experienced riders and enthusiasts alike, highlighting the assets and identity of the entire valley.

GRAN FONDO - The Alpine cyclosportive experience
Already well known in the Vosges and Belgium, the Gran Fondo moves to the mountains to offer a road challenge that lives up to the expectations of cyclosportifs.
Format:
Mass start, all categories combined
2 to 3 long-distance courses, adapted to different levels of ability
A demanding road event, ideal for kicking off the season
A spirit of sharing, combining performance and pleasure
Endurance, challenge and the beauty of Alpine roads: the very essence of cyclosport.

ULTRA RAID - The 3-day mountain bike challenge
Designed for mountain bike enthusiasts and challenge seekers, the Ultra Raid offers three intense days of singletrack, challenging climbs and high-altitude panoramas.
Format:
3 full days of mountain biking
3 route options: 3000 m, 4000 m or 6000 m D+.
A Nocturne Gourmande and/or Sportive, combining effort, pleasure and a unique atmosphere.
Rando or chrono formulas, so you can choose your own pace
Dedicated women's events and youth races (kids/teens)
A complete, open and unifying raid.

AN EVENT FOR EVERYBODY: entertainment, concerts & exhibitors' village
Beyond the sporting events, the Gran Fondo & Ultra Raid offers a truly festive, family-friendly experience.
Activities for all: workshops, events, cycling initiation courses for children and beginners, and opportunities to discover the riches of the valley.
Concerts and entertainment that appeal to participants, companions and visitors alike.
A friendly "cycle & outdoor" trade show, bringing together brands, craftsmen, exhibitors and local players to exchange ideas, test and discover the very best in cycling equipment and the outdoor world.

Gran Fondo & Ultra Raid: three days to experience cycling differently
Whether you come for performance, pleasure, celebration or discovery, this event brings together all generations around a passion for cycling, in a warm, alpine atmosphere.