A tailor made itinerary created by GravelUp
Ride the superb gravel trails of the Alpilles with us, and enjoy 3 days of riding from our Basecamp in the heart of Provence. A hidden gem in the South of France, with striking and varied landscapes.
What to expect? With over 180km of trails to explore, the typically Provencal landscapes are a dream to ride on a gravel bike. Lavender fields and wooded hillsides dotted with vineyards and olive groves, the varied landscapes are perfect for the full immersion in nature that only a gravel bike can give. A huge variety of trails means that theres something for everyone, whatever your level or experience - smooth tracks, technical trails and challenging climbs if you’d like! Around every corner there will be jaw dropping landscapes to distract from your efforts, and local culture and delicacies to fuel your ride.
Our Basecamp is in the beautiful Mouriès, a fortified medieval village in the heart of the Alpilles, just a stones throw from Baux de Provence. We stay in a fort that has grown from an ancient Roman villa and surrounded by a couple hundred hectares of olive groves and woodland. Comfy and authentic in a blissfully peaceful setting, we’ll explore some of the best gravel trails right from the door. Not forgetting the delicious local cuisine from the kitchen and large pool for you to relax in after a great days riding, it’s a little slice of heaven that you won’t want to leave!
But it’s not just about the bike… we have complementary yoga and meditation for you to enjoy off the bike, with relaxation and recovery as important as each day’s riding efforts. We will visit wine cellars (Mas de la Dame) as well as typical Provençal villages (Baux de Provence). You will taste local specialties such as artisanal cheeses and regional wines. These experiences combine relaxation and discovery for a complete immersion in the region.