Grands Causses

Wild. Untouched. Unforgettable – The essence of the Grands Causses by gravel bike.

322 Google reviews5/5
Duration:
3 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Daily distance:
40 - 60 km
Difficulty:
2 / 5
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About this cycling trip

Head to the Grands Causses, a land of freedom and escape tucked between Lozère and Aveyron. With its vast limestone plateaus, deep canyons, spectacular cliffs, and UNESCO-listed landscapes, gravel riding here takes on a whole new dimension. Expect silence, raw nature and wide open spaces.

Over 4 days of riding, you’ll explore a protected Regional Natural Park, with rolling and accessible tracks, forest trails and panoramic ridgelines, winding through unique geological formations. A varied playground, far from the crowds, to breathe and reconnect.

This trip is also about the Southern spirit: genuine hospitality, flavourful local produce, and shared moments. No need to tick off passes — you’re here to live the moment.

Travelling with GravelUp means:

  • A wide range of dates, chosen to match the best season.

  • Small groups (8 to 12 people).

  • An authentic experience, with charming accommodation and generous local cuisine.

  • Hidden gravel trails, designed for the joy of exploration.

  • Peace of mind guaranteed: logistics, support and premium bikes available.

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Choose your dates

From : 890

Going as a group? Enjoy a private stay starting from just 4 riders
  • Cancellation possible up to 30 days before departure

  • 100% refund if cancelled by us

  • Payment in 2 installments with no fees

  • Holiday vouchers and e-ANCV accepted!

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A Glimpse of Adventure

Rare trails where solitude feels like a gift.

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Riding together, each at their own pace.

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Just ride. We’ll handle the rest.

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The South, in all its raw authenticity.

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Raw gravel riding through endless backdrops.

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Bonds forged one kilometer at a time.

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Everything’s set – just enjoy the experience.

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Out here, discovery leads the way.

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Every turn reveals a hidden gem.

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GravelUp spirit is all about the crew.

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Let go – we’ve got it all covered.

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Reconnect to the essentials, in sync with the land.

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Discover the best routes of France.

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Simple moments to share, far from the daily grind.

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Our tree houses in the Grands Causses.

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Enjoy a refreshing break between lakes and forests.

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Off the beaten path, deep in the wild.

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Encounters engraved forever, and the desire to set off on a new adventure.

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Sports vacations with no constraints, 100% fun.

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Take a piece of the Causse home with you.

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Hear from those who’ve lived the experience – and come ride with us!

322 Google reviews5/5
A badge for the soul
Sharing meals, building memories
Riding together
Post-ride relaxation in nature
Lakeside smiles
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An absolutely unforgettable trip with an incredibly caring organizing team! The setting was spectacular, and the days were perfectly planned with little surprises throughout the stay. Accommodation and meals were wonderfully convivial. I highly recommend it — and I’ll definitely travel with GravelUp again!!!

Thomas. C

Avis client Grands Causses Thomas Courtois

A trip that’s so much more than just a sporting experience — it’s an opportunity to discover stunning landscapes and picturesque routes with a passionate, caring team. Join GravelUp to ride, share great moments, and return home with unforgettable memories — a beautiful human experience you absolutely have to live!

Christophe. V

Avis client Grands Causses - Christophe. V

A truly enriching experience and a huge breath of fresh air, with the discovery of extraordinarily unspoiled landscapes. Even without prior cycling experience, I rose to the sporting challenge and am proud of my achievement — all while meeting some wonderful people in the group. Bravo to GravelUp for its professionalism, sense of adventure, and enthusiasm! Can’t wait to do it again soon!

Guillaume. D

Avis client Grands Causses - Guillaume. D

A fantastic trip with GravelUp. Beautiful cycling among fellow lovers of nature rides, all in a great atmosphere. You quickly feel among friends, carried along by the efficient and caring staff of this young company. Long live gravel riding!

Thomas. F

Avis client Grands Causses - Thomas. F

All the ingredients were there to disconnect and spend a most pleasant stay. Thank you to the team for this meticulous logistics!

Aurore B.

Aurore B.

Amazing gravel adventure in the Grands Causses—perfect for clearing your mind and pushing your limits in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere! The organization was top-notch, and the Gravel Up team was incredibly professional and supportive. Exploring the beautiful Aveyron gravel trails with such a great group was a real pleasure, and gathering around fantastic tables to recover after the ride made it even better. With Gravel Up, just a few days on an expedition feels like two weeks of vacation. Long live Gravel Up!!!

Steve.M

Steve Marchesseau

Hello to everyone considering a trip with Gravel Up in the Grands Causses—I highly recommend this destination! It’s a stunning location, perfect for gravel biking, and everything was expertly organized by Olivier and led by Nico. An amazing first experience that I can only encourage others to try. Don’t hesitate—you’re going to love it 👍

Alain B.

Avis Grands Causses à vélo

Incredible 3-day gravel trip in Aveyron (Grand Causses) with a fantastic team, excellent logistics, state-of-the-art gravel bikes, friendly/experienced staff, exceptional sites/trails, and a charming spirit. Highly recommended!!!

Julien A.

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Roadbook

Stages, landscapes, highlights — discover the journey that awaits you. Please note that the itinerary may change depending on weather or logistics, to ensure the best possible experience.

Roadbook Grands Causses GravelUp - Day 1

Day 1 – Entering Wild Territory

Optional pick-up from Montpellier Saint-Roch station around 6pm, then off to another world. As the drive unfolds, the light shifts, cliffs rise up, and the Millau Viaduct appears on the horizon. The tone is set: vast open spaces, silence, and raw nature.

Once we arrive, it’s time to settle in and meet the weekend tribe. Local aperitif, hearty dinner, first laughs... The gravel journey begins in a laid-back, warm, GravelUp-style atmosphere.

Roadbook Grands Causses GravelUp - Day 2

Day 2 – First climbs, first wide-open spaces ~ 79 km / 1400m+

After a hearty breakfast, it’s time to hop on the bikes for a first full day of riding through the stunning landscapes of the Causse Noir. The climb starts gently, the scenery gradually opens up, and soon gravel finds its playground: flowy tracks, raw terrain, and a true sense of space.

Along the way, you'll enjoy a few local snacks deep in the forests typical of the Grands Causses — a perfect moment to refuel or just soak it all in.

The ride alternates between effort and pure enjoyment, with rolling sections and more technical bits in equal measure.

At the end of the day, you’ll return to Millau for a well-deserved dinner at a local favorite: Le Jeu de Paume, right in the heart of Aveyron.

Roadbook Grands Causses GravelUp - Day 3

Day 3 – Deep forests & forgotten chapels ~ 63 km / 1140m+

The day begins gently with a morning yoga session overlooking the Millau Viaduct — a peaceful moment before hitting the trails. Today’s route heads toward Nant, through the more wooded and intimate terrain of the Causse Noir, where gravel tracks weave between pine and oak trees.

The ride becomes more playful, the atmosphere more immersive. You'll pass through charming villages echoing the time of the Templars, and take a magical break at an old priory lost in the wild.

A gourmet lunch awaits in Nant, also known as the “garden of Aveyron,” before heading back to camp. As the day winds down, everyone finds their own way to relax — sunset yoga, chalet aperitif, good vibes all around. The group finds its rhythm... and its bond.

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Day 4 – Final spins, lasting views ~ 45 km / 890m+

One last morning ride — short but unforgettable. This 45 km loop leads you to the Miliau viewpoint and across the Larzac plateau, offering spectacular panoramas over the viaduct and the vast causses.

Still five-star gravel tracks, still that sense of freedom, and already the thought of coming back.

Back at the base, a friendly brunch awaits to wrap up the adventure in style.

After lunch, optional drop-off at Montpellier station around 5pm. Back to reality, with a little piece of the Causses forever lodged in your heart — and already dreaming of your next GravelUp trip.

Fancy a Private Trip?

Ride with your favorite people - we’ll handle the rest.

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GravelUp benefits

This is included

  • Return transfer from Montpellier train station
  • Accommodation 3 nights - single room in a shared cottage for 2 persons
  • All food for the stay
  • A great welcome pack
  • A mechanic who will share his secrets with you
  • A professional and local guide
  • Unique tracks designed by the GravelUp Team
  • Assistance and transportation van
  • Wellness activities - Yoga, meditation, relaxation
  • Visits to various historical and cultural sites
  • An evening of celebration
  • A community of enthusiasts

This is not included

  • Transportation from your home
  • Travel insurance for repatriation and civil liability
  • Personal drinks and other souvenir purchases
  • Anything not specified in "What's Included"
  • Gravel bike rental (supplement available)

Options

    Bikes

    No gravel bike? No problem! You can rent one of our premium Gravel or E-Gravel bikes for an optimal experience on all terrains (+€70/day). Just select this option when booking.

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Gravel Up, our expeditions to explore Aveyron and the natural park of Les Grands Causses, a gravel paradise.

Our team have come up with two expeditions to keep everybody happy, from regular social cyclists to bikepacking fanatics.

Between 3 and 5 days riding crisscrossing the natural park of Les Grands Causses in Aveyron on a gravel bike with a group of like minded riders will allow you find landscapes and views that will take your breath away. GravelUp takes care of everything during the trip, from carefully chosen accommodation to local meals and snacks ideal for a days riding.

It’s not just this care that makes our expeditions unique, its the local knowledge of our guides and the chance to visit local people and places that make for genuine and beautiful picnic spots and overnight stays. All that’s left for you to do is choose which of our trips to start with and get your gravel bike ready for an unforgettable adventure.

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