Gravel events not to be missed this year
The Cycling Event - April 5-6, 2025
Centered around cycling adventures and gravel riding, this event in Aubagne (France) offers various race and ride formats suitable for all levels. A wide range of activities will also be available, including airbag initiation, DJ performances, and trial shows.
What’s on offer at The Cycling Event:
A 70 km gravel ride on Saturday
An enduro ride with three distance options: 15 km, 30 km, or 45 km
A 90 km gravel ride on Sunday
The Traka - May 1-4, 2025
La Traka is a premier gravel event held in Girona, Spain, renowned among enthusiasts for its diverse routes catering to all skill levels.
Event Highlights:
Long-distance gravel races (360 km - 200 km)
Shorter gravel races (100 km)
Adventure races (560 km)
Team races (30 km)
Nature is Bike - June 13-15, 2025
Nature is Bike, the festival of gravel and bikepacking adventures, invites you to its 5th edition in Angers (France). From ultra-distance challenges to introductory rides, it’s a must-attend event for cycling enthusiasts.
Event Highlights:
Long-distance gravel races (500 km - 300 km - 200 km)
Bikepacking adventures (2 days and 280 km)
Gravel rides (100 km - 70 km - 42 km)
La Drômoise - September 19-21, 2025
Set in Die, at the foot of the Vercors in the Drôme (France), La Drômoise Gravel is a classic for gravel lovers. Known for its stunning landscapes of mountains, valleys, and vineyards, this event celebrates cycling in all its forms.
Event Highlights:
3 days of cycling fun
12 Cyclorandos
3 Cyclosportives
1 Ultra challenge
25 Spectacles
Do you prefer adventure and bikepacking trips?
GravelUp – Explore unique gravel destinations
GravelUp invites you to discover one of their 11 incredible destinations across France and Europe, showcasing the most beautiful mountain ranges! With trips lasting 2 to 5 days, tailored for beginners and experienced cyclists alike, you can choose between hub-based adventures from their base camp or itinerant journeys.
Explore these unique territories where gravel riding takes center stage: Norway, Andalusia, Ventoux, Provence, and more.
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Gravel events not to be missed this year
The season’s not over yet! Even though the summer holidays are ending, there’s still some gravel events not to be missed this summer, from races to test yourself against the clock to festivals dedicated to gravel to try it out or even test a bike. Here’s some of the main gravel events that are coming up soon :