The hidden treasures of the Grands Causses, on a gravel adventure.
321 Google reviews
5 days / 4 nights - starting from 1290 €
Immense limestone plateaus, canyons, and spectacular cliffs: each stage holds a new surprise, in the heart of this raw and wild nature.
Join a small group of enthusiasts!
GravelUp's strengths:
An expert guide who will take you to discover their territory like no one else.
Carefully selected routes that combine sport, pleasure, and discovery on the most beautiful Spanish trails.
Comfortable accommodation and gourmet cuisine.
A support van: luggage transportation, technical assistance, refreshments.
The possibility to rent high-quality gravel bikes: muscular or electric.
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Hear from those who’ve lived the experience – and come ride with us!
321 Google reviewsAn excellent long weekend in the Larzac with GravelUp! The routes were stunning, and our guide knew the region inside out, leading the group through varied terrain, beautiful landscapes, and charming villages. Whether on e-bikes or regular bikes, everyone could keep up and enjoy the ride at their own pace.
The organization was flawless: picnic lunches, dinner in a traditional local restaurant, a yoga session, and hearty, delicious breakfasts. The bikes were recent and very well maintained.
The GravelUp team was attentive and responsive to unexpected situations — 4 flat tires on the first day! This trip met all my expectations: a real change of scenery and an amazing atmosphere.
Whether you're new to gravel or already a fan, I highly recommend GravelUp for your next adventure.
Carmen. L
An amazing experience with the GravelUp team on the Grand Causse adventure over three days. A caring and attentive crew, an outstanding guide, and a gravel route with stunning landscapes. The little extra? Full technical support throughout the trip — from mechanical help to refueling stops. Thanks for everything, and can’t wait for the next adventure!
Ludwig. P
Magical experience! An outstanding organisation before, during and after the stay. An idyllic and playful setting to have fun with friends. To be repeated as soon as possible with friends, experienced or not, integration and good humour will do the rest! All inclusive!
Christophe B.
Another way to discover beautiful landscapes by bike. A great team. Services (accommodation, meals, supervision, logistics, cycling ...) up to expectations. A big thank you to the whole GravelUp team!
Jean-Luc. R
A huge thank you to the entire GravelUp team for the consistently top-notch organization and breathtaking routes! See you soon for a 4th Up ;)
Cécile N.
My stay was a real pleasure! All the logistics are perfectly managed, which is perfect for clearing your head and having nothing to think about but walking along beautiful paths. The route was well thought out to vary the scenery and see as much as possible. It was a real pleasure to be able to meet with other members of the group and we were able to share quality moments both on the bike and during the other activities.
Benoît H.
Physical challenge, new friends and cultural discovery!
Jean-Baptiste W.
Fantastic trip with GravelUp. Great rides with fellow nature enthusiasts in a warm, friendly atmosphere. You quickly feel among friends, thanks to the efficient and empathetic team of this young company. Long live gravel biking ! Thomas F.
My mother always said that you have to take the plunge, a phrase that is entirely appropriate here. No matter what has brought us here and where we have come from, we find ourselves in the saddle ready explore the roads, gravel and paths less travelled here.
Article written by Pierre Guilbaud
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.
A warm-up and familiarization with the gravel bikes to get those legs moving! After a welcome lunch at the Domaine de St Estève, we’ll follow the Tarn River and then the Dourbie River, gradually gaining altitude. We’ll head toward the impressive Millau Viaduct!
After a thrilling gravel descent to the village of Peyre and its troglodytic church, we’ll return to base camp.
Heading toward Sainte-Affrique via the Causse du Larzac. After a morning yoga session, we’ll embark on a 71 km ride with 1230 meters of elevation gain. We’ll begin with around 500 meters of climbing on a quiet, winding road that ascends the plateau, then dive into the Causse du Larzac with some incredible gravel trails!
Next, we’ll make our way to Roquefort for a tour of the Carles cellar, one of the finest producers of traditional Roquefort. We’ll end the day with some secret trails that only our guide knows. Overnight stay in Sainte-Affrique.
Exploring the Rougier de Camarès. We’ll begin the day with a lovely climb on road through the forest, followed by a descent to the Abbey of Sylvanes for a coffee break. Then, we’ll enter the Rougier de Camarès, a region of ochre lands that evoke the Australian Outback. Afterward, we’ll return by van to Millau, back to base camp, and enjoy a yoga session in the late afternoon. To cap off the day, we’ll have dinner at the best restaurant in Millau!
The biggest stage of the trip, through the Causse Noir, the smallest of the Great Causses, covering 200 km². We’ll depart from base camp and immediately follow the famous Trail of the Templars to reach the plateau beneath the Causse Noir.
Next, we’ll follow the Tarn River to the small village of Peyreleau. The day continues with a mix of forest trails, beautiful roads, and plateaus, offering a wide variety of terrains to suit every preference! We’ll stop in Veyreau before tackling the final gravel section leading to the famous Puech d’Agast, which overlooks Millau. We’ll then return to base camp.
A gentle ride to loosen up the legs before heading home. We’ll follow the Tarn River to the north, seeking out some beautiful gravel tracks and stunning views of the Causses. We’ll return to base camp for a final lunch to wrap up this wonderful cycling adventure.
Equipment
You have the option to rent our premium Gravel and E-Gravel bikes from our partner, Origine.
Repeatedly awarded Gravel Bike of the Year, our carbon GRAXX GTO model (8.1kg) and the electric Help model (12kg) combine performance, versatility, and lightness — the perfect match for your expedition.
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Level
Our expeditions are adventures, not races. We start together and we finish together, it's the GravelUp speed.
It is difficult to give a precise average speed as the surfaces make a big difference, as well as admiring the views! Average speeds are normally between 15 and 18 km/h.
Booking
You can change the date of your trip free of charge up to 30 days before departure. You can also cancel at any time before the start of the trip subject to payment of a cancellation fee. If the cancellation occurs:
More than 90 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 75% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 100%
Between 61 and 90 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 50% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 75%
Between 31 and 60 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 25% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 75%
30 days or less prior to Departure => No Refund OR Trip Credit of 50%
Please note that a Trip Credit cannot be converted to a refund at a later date.
To protect yourself against last minute cancellation, we advise you to subscribe to our cancellation insurance through our partner Chapka insurance, with a guarantee which also covers you in case of contracting the Covid-19. Please note that such insurance can only be subscribed within 48 hours following the order of your trip. Subscription link available here.
Important: the realisation of the trip is conditional on the registration of a minimum number of participants to guarantee the departure. We commit ourselves to confirm a trip at the latest 30 days before the departure date. In the event that the trip cannot take place because the minimum number of participants is not reached, you will be reimbursed for any sums paid but will not be entitled to any compensation. You will be informed by email whether or not a trip is confirmed.
Practicalities
For the 2-day and 3-day trips, your luggage will stay at the base camp, where you’ll return to sleep each night. For the 5-day itinerant format, we’ll transfer your luggage between each accommodation for you. Travel light and worry-free!
On all our trips, we also provide you with Restrap bike bags, perfect for carrying a light windbreaker, a pair of gloves, and a few energy bars (but don’t worry — no risk of hypothermia with GravelUp!)
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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