Best destination for cycling holidays

Join us for a bike trip to the heart of the Provençal countryside, and lose yourself in the wild and authentic landscape that you’ll find. Trust us, you’ll also find those precious moments of calm and serenity in Provence.

Provence - the ideal destination for gravel fans.

Ahhhh, Provence! Land of Van Gogh, sunflowers, olive oil, rosé and of course lavender. Who hasn’t dreamt of soaking up the picture postcard views and sampling the many world renowned delicacies of the region.

With over 300 days of sunshine a year, this beautiful region of France is one for the bucket list of any outdoor sports lover. You’ll find a huge area of pristine and quiet landscapes thanks to the numerous Natural Regional Parks, with a total disconnect all but guaranteed.

Provence has everything you need for a great bike trip, or any kind of trip in fact! Think tiny roads that hug the hillsides and trails to take you way off the beaten track, where you’ll find authentic flower markets in villages perched high above the valleys below as well as great riding. 

Here at GravelUp we’ll take you deep into this little slice of paradise for the ultimate gravel getaway.

Why choose GravelUp for your next adventure in Provence?

Our motto at GravelUp? Make sure every gravel-er has an amazing adventure. Here’s our tried and tested recipe for success:

• Custom routes.

We go over and over our routes, and then over them again to make sure they include all the sights of the region, with great trails to boot. Our guides work with local partners to ensure every route hits the spot, for a top quality trip.

• Authentic accommodation

All our accommodations are carefully chosen so that they are cosy and comfy, just what you want after a day’s riding. We take real pride in finding unique places to stay, as we know how important it is. Our trips are all inclusive too, so that you can really make the most of your adventure.

• Quality bike fleet

Whilst you are of course welcome to bring your own gravel bike on any of our trips, we have high end gravel bikes available to hire from French brand Origine (add link). We have the carbon Graax which weighs in at only 8.1kgs and the electric Help, weighing only a surprising 12kg! Repeatedly voted Gravel bikes of the year, both models offer great performance and comfort, and the versatility needed for a successful adventure.

• Local and passionate guides

Each and every trip we run is led by a local qualified guide, who hold the relevant guiding and First Aid qualifications. They are on hand not just to show the way, but also to share technique, knowledge and experience and ensure the smooth running of your trip. They are a fount of all knowledge so make the most of them on all fronts!

Who is Provençal Gravel for?

• How we ride

Whether you are just starting on your gravel journey, have dabbled a little or or a seasoned gravel-er, here at GravelUp we have a trip that’s right for you! We have 3 different levels and durations of trip so there’s something for everyone. Riding gravel with us isn’t about racing around and being King or Queen of the Mountains, we start and finish together and make the most of all that’s in-between. So you can relax with zero pressure. 

• Where we ride

We have both point to point and fixed base trips available, with daily distances ranging from 40-80kms. All our routes have been developed alongside the local tourist offices, Park authorities and sometimes the landowners themselves. Lastly our guides tweak the routes day by day as needed, depending on the weather, energy levels and the wants of the group.

• What we ride

Almost everything is the short answer! Thanks to the versatility of gravel bikes, we take trails that are smooth, rough, flat, undulating, sometimes steep, wide, narrow - whatever best takes us into nature and whatever a gravel bike and the group can handle.

Are you ready for an adventure in Provence?

If you fancy heading off on a bike trip to the Pyrenees get in touch to tell us about your project and see how we can help. 

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