Les Gravels de l’Impact - Pocket series
Cycling as a vehicle for connection, a catalyst for ideas and collective action. That was the challenge GravelUp and Asterion Ventures set themselves last April when they launched Les Gravels de l’impact - an event where every pedal stroke echoed a promise to cherish the nature around us and shape a better future together.
A sporting event, yes - but above all, a symbol of the challenges ahead, putting the impact we leave on the environment at the center of every conversation. Until then, GravelUp had only organized company events for 20–25 people. With Les Gravels de l’impact, we took things to a whole new level, welcoming 80 participants to Champagne in partnership with Asterion Ventures, a venture fund dedicated to low-impact startups.
On two wheels, surrounded by postcard-worthy landscapes and fueled by inspiring encounters, we celebrated local heritage and explored what it means to leave a positive footprint.
Photo credit: Stefano Borghi
But most of all, we knew this couldn’t be a one-off - and neither did you.
After this adventure through the Champagne vineyards, our inboxes were full of requests to relive the magic. Shorter, but just as meaningful. Because not everyone can escape for three days - but everyone can still grab a shot of nature and movement in just a few hours.
We heard you. And we reimagined the format: thus were born the Pocket Editions of Les Gravels de l’impact. Still reserved for low-impact change-makers. Still designed to strengthen human connection.
Photo credit : Stefano Borghi
Now, Les Gravels de l’impact are back - in a new, compact version - with two fresh experiences just outside Paris:
Gravel Escape // Sunday, July 6th, 9am–3pm
Rendez-vous pour 70km d’escapade en gravel avec un itinéraire à la GravelUp à travers champs, forêts et villages. Retour en train vers Paris dans l’après-midi. Ambiance sportive et conviviale, ne tardez pas à réserver votre spot, il n’y a plus que quelques places disponibles !
Gravel Afterwork // Friday, September 19th, 4pm–7pm
Starting from Nation, we’ll head out on a gentle 30 km loop along the Marne River. As with every GravelUp escape, our team will be your guides. We’ll wrap up the ride with a lakeside aperitif. Chill vibes guaranteed - with a maximum of 20 participants.
No bike? No problem. Gravel and e-gravel bikes are available for rental.
Photo credit : Stefano Borghi
A special thanks to LOISIUM Wine & Spa Hotel Champagne for their warm welcome during the very first edition of Gravels of Impact. It was a truly timeless experience, bringing together adventure lovers determined to create a positive impact. On the agenda: discovering the local terroir, deep conversations, and the pure joy of riding together.
Photo credit : Stefano Borghi
Photo credit : Stefano Borghi
Are you a low-impact entrepreneur or organization looking for a unique, meaningful team-building experience?
Reach out to us to organize your own Pocket Edition ride.
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