The Thur Valley, Lac Vert, Lac Noir, and Lac Blanc, with the mythical Grand Ballon in between... this really is a Gravel paradise!
This lesser-known (outside of France at least!) mountain range is the perfect playground for two-wheeled exploring with perfect gravel tracks and really quiet roads, just waiting for you to come on a journey.
What we love about gravel riding in the Vosges:
Pure fresh air with forests as far as the eye can see
Great local wine with Munster cheese tasting
Ridge-line trails dotted with viewpoints of the surrounding mountains
Trout-filled lakes nestled in the rolling hills
Traditional farm guesthouses and their hearty home-cooked meals
Alsace wine region is just a pedal up the road
What jumps out at you from the Vosges?
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!)
Practicalities
Recharging your batteries is essential after a day on the bike. Post ride you can relax at our base camps or partner hotels and guest houses 3 stars. We have chosen them carefully for their comfort, tranquility, location and the quality of their food.
Booking
Not at all! Our expeditions do not require previous gravel riding experience. Our itineraries are designed to be accessible to all, as long as you have a spirit of adventure. You may have to carry or push your bike on some short sections, but that's part of the Gravel Up adventure!
Please note: Our hire bikes are the latest spec models and are meticulously maintained for your comfort and safety. They are the ideal bikes in terms of comfort and safety for all our adventures
Hear from those who’ve lived the experience – and come ride with us!
322 Google reviewsTrip in the Vosges from July 3rd to 6th — truly perfect from start to finish. The quality of the gear, the accommodation, the food — everything was spot on. Olivier did an amazing job making sure every detail was just right, and it truly was. Gilles was an excellent guide, attentive and supportive, especially when things got tough. Thank you! :)
Benoit. R
An amazing experience with GravelUp 🚴🏼♀️: stunning landscapes, great vibes, and a team that truly takes care of you. Thank you for the wonderful memories!
Julie. S
A top trip with GravelUp!
Martin. S
A perfectly organized weekend, especially when it comes to logistics and support for the riders. Meals were ready, and even coffee breaks were set up at key points along the route planned by the guide.
The guide, recruited by GravelUp for the weekend, knew the region inside out and adjusted the route based on the group’s abilities. Everyone, no matter their level, could enjoy the experience, and that was really appreciated.
What more can I say? It makes you want to do it all over again!
Arthur F.
Great experience with GravelUp, despite my beginner level. Great team, great atmosphere. A participant broke his chain - the technical team intervened and in 10 minutes we were back on the road.
Matthieu E.
Great trip! Very well organised with a very timely route. A great discovery of a mountain range and its specificities with excellent professionals.
Jean-François D.
I had the chance to experience an unforgettable adventure in the Vosges thanks to Gravel Up! Three days immersed in nature for a true moment of sport and connection. I highly recommend this experience to all adventurers—it will leave you with wonderful memories !
Arnaud B.
I can highly recommend GravelUp, great organisation, nice accommodation, great team! Thanks for everything!
Johannes H.
Trip report of a bike adventure in The Vosges, a fantastic region of forest covered, dome shaped mountains and jaw dropping landscapes.
Our team have come up with four expeditions to keep everybody happy, from regular social cyclists to bikepacking fanatics.
Between 2 and 7 days riding crisscrossing Le massif des Vosges 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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