Gravel events not to be missed this year

The Traka - April 29 to May 3, 2026

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)

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Nature is Bike – May 30–31, 2026

Nature is Bike is France’s leading festival dedicated to gravel riding and adventure cycling, held in Angers. Each year, it brings together thousands of enthusiasts for a weekend combining sport, discovery, and cycling culture. The event offers a full immersion into the world of gravel, blending rides, territory exploration, and convivial moments.

The event includes:

• Accessible and sporty gravel races (70 km – 100 km)

• A long-distance challenge (200 km challenge)

• Bikepacking adventures (170 km – 300 km)

• Festive and social routes (“guinguette” rides)

• A festival village at Lac de Maine with exhibitors, activities, and meet-ups

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GF Mont Ventoux — June 6 to June 7, 2026

A legendary race AND brand new gravel routes in 2025! The Colnago GF Mont Ventoux is a must-attend event for road cyclists… but that’s not all. This year, there’s a big new addition: 3 gravel rides!

The event offers three routes:

• 110 km

• 78 km

• 43 km

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Graaalps – July 14 to 19, 2026

The first and only ultra-distance gravel race across the Alps in semi-autonomy, crossing three countries! Ride through Switzerland, Italy, and France—from Crans-Montana to Mandelieu.

The event offers three epic routes:

• 300 km, Loop Crans-Montana
• 500 km loop Crans-Montana
• 800 km from Crans-Montana to Mandelieu

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Roc d'Azur – October 7 to 11, 2026

A must-see cycling festival in Fréjus, southern France, gathering over 20,000 participants, 300 exhibitors, and 100,000 visitors over five days. The event features a wide range of races and rides for all levels.

several gravel highlights:

• Gravel Estérel Ride – 70 km
• Gravel Roc Ride – 140 km
• Gravel Roc Race – 67 km

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Do you prefer adventure and bikepacking trips?

GravelUp – Explore unique gravel destinations

GravelUp invites you to discover one of their 15 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.

👉 Which destination will you start with, download our brochure !