Morvan

Introducing our new mini trips - the ESCAPE. Leave after work on the Friday and back the Sunday evening. 2 days of gravel riding and a total change of scene deep in the Morvan Regional Natural Park.

HURRY UP!

Book your stay for the 2023 season now!

490 euros all inclusive. Join a group of 8 people to live a strong experience in the discovery of a territory. Come with your best smile and we will take care of the rest! 

Don't have a gravel bike yet or don't want to travel with it? You can rent one directly from us:

  • 100 euros for a muscular gravel bike

  • 140 euros for an electric gravel bike

Possibility to privatise the group from 6 people - contact us for more information.

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By booking with us, you also do good for our planet!

A program 100% created by Gravel Up

Come and experience an adventure on a Gravel bike in the heart of the Morvan mountains, between lakes and fir trees.

During a weekend, we welcome you at Sebastien's Home in Saint Brisson for 2 days of exploration around our base camp. (Re)discover this mountainous massif with those who make its authenticity !

Departing from Paris Friday end of day, the first night will be the opportunity to meet each others and familiarize yourself with your new companion of "gravel" in the presence of the Sebastien our guide and his wise advice.

You will start this adventure in the heart of Morvan pine forests and riding between lakes on 5 star gravel tracks, surrounded with Nature. Your hosts will have at heart to make you discover the history, the culture and the heritage which surround them. 

Let yourself go by taking advantage of the moments of well-being - yoga, meditation, relaxation - allowing you to disconnect to better reconnect and make the most of this unique experience in a splendid setting.

A little taste that won't leave you indifferent? 

Discover the charm of Morvan during this weekend escape off the beaten track!

Date range:
March - Oct 2023
Duration:
2 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
Daily distance:
40 - 60 km
Daily elevation:
500 - 1200M+
Difficulty:
3 / 10

Gravel Up benefits

This is included

At the camp

  • All food for the stay
  • A great welcome pack
  • A mechanic who will share his secrets with you
  • Accommodation 2 nights in a double room

On gravel

  • A professional and local guide
  • Unique tracks designed by the GravelUp Team
  • Assistance and transportation van

Beyond gravel

  • 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)

Preparation & equipment

Ride leader

Your ride leader is named Sébastien. He grew up walking all over the area and he is the best person to make you discover his region.

Anecdotes, encounters and sharing of experiences, he will make sure that you have an unforgettable stay and above all that you soak up as much as possible of this fabulous territory.

Bike mechanic and state certified for bike guiding (BPJEPS), he will make sure you are safe and will share with you various tips and tricks on how to ride the Morvan trails.

How to get there ?

  • By car : meet us onsite directly at our Base Camp in Saint-Brisson around 8 pm on the first day (the exact address will be shared after reservation)

  • By train : Avallon train station - pick up will be arrnanged by us (please contact us ahead of your reservation to confirm your timing of arrival)

  • For those of you who start from Paris, feel free to join us in our van departing late afternoon on Friday from Paris Denfert-Rochereau.

On our last day, we will finish around 4pm, after a great final lunch together. Expect return in Paris between 8pm and 9pm.

Muscular Gravel Bike

Ride on the Graxx, the carbon Gravel bike from the French brand Origine that combines performance, versatility, and lightness (only 8.1kg).

At ease on the road as well as on paths, the Graxx filters terrain imperfections through suspension tuning. Coupled with a comfortable and secure geometry and generous tire sections, it allows for engaging routes to be undertaken safely.

Price of the rental on this trip: 100 EUR (to be paid at the time of online booking).

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eGravel bike

On this destination you will be able to ride the eGravel HELP from the French brand Origine.

The Help is one of the most sporty and lightweight electric Gravel bikes that exists. It is the ideal bike for your off-road adventures, with a reduced weight that allows for transport in any circumstance. This bike retains the dynamic qualities of a muscular gravel, with its battery incorporated inside the diagonal tube for a total weight of only 12 kilograms.

Price of the rental on this trip: 140 euros to be paid at the time of online booking).

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Equipment

The complete list will be sent to you a few weeks before your expedition. You will find here the few essential items that you may not have at home:

  • Cycling shorts with chamois to be more comfortable

  • Bike gloves to avoid blisters

  • Cycling shoes

Any questions?

All questions

Equipment

Logistic

Level

Safety

Logistic

Superbe aventure et découverte du Gravel dans le Morvan ! Belle organisation, top équipe. Merci Aurel Orlane et Seb !

NOÉLIE C. - AVRIL 2023

Fantastique opportunité de tester Gravel et de rouler dans le magnifique parc du Morvan avec une équipe GravelUp toujours enthousiaste et motivante. Le voyage était parfait à tous points de vue - vélos, sentiers, hébergement, nourriture, animateurs et participants. Tout le monde, des cyclistes sur route aux vététistes, a vécu une expérience formidable et est reparti avec de grands sourires, de nouveaux amis et des jambes fatiguées. Au plaisir de participer à un autre voyage à l'avenir

Freya.M - Avril 2023

Incroyable expérience dans le Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan. Merci et bravo à Aurel, Orlane et Séb pour la parfaite organisation et à tous les autres participants pour l'ambiance au top. 🚵‍♀️🚵‍♂️

HADRIEN.D- AVRIL 2023

Super séjour dans le Morvan! Une équipe de qualité avec Orlane et Aurel. Gravelup au top du top.

VICTOR B. - AVRIL 2023

Superbe expérience, tant au niveau sportif, de la découverte du territoire, de l'accompagnement, que humainement ! Je recommande fortement.

Clément G. - AVRIL 2023

Amazing gravel experience, perfect Organization for a dream weekend to disconnect 100% ! Thank you GravelUp !

Arnaud L. - June 2022

Memorable stay during a weekend in Morvan ! Both Organization and team were on top, amazing gravel tracks and great spirit and conviviality... A perfect getaway and shot of nature giving me the impression of having been gone for a full week when it was only 3 days !

Steve M. - June 2022

Au cœur du Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan, le van file droit vers l’horizon, avec à son bord les (futurs) aventuriers impatients de donner les premiers coups de pédale de ce voyage Up Morvan. Un air d’été indien règne à Saint-Brisson où nous arrivons vers midi. Les couleurs automnales sont déjà bien présentes et les températures sont encore douces pour un 11 novembre...

Article rédigé par Angèle P.

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