Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel BikingMountain Biking
La Saint-Avertinoise
Saint-Avertin, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80 km57 km52 km47 km+7
Multi-DayNature & Off-Road
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Gravel Biking in Centre-Val de Loire
12 verified events with 119 individual races (5 confirmed dates) in Centre-Val de Loire complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events125 confirmed dates
Competitions119Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 500 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+10,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Le défi Loire Sologne Gravel
Vineuil, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
200 km140 km90 km50 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
La Transberrichonne
Neuvy-Saint-Sépulchre, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
97 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel BikingRoad CyclingGravelMan Series
GravelMan Series French Riviera
Théoule-sur-Mer, France
November 27, 2026 to November 28, 2026Date confirmed
500 km350 km200 km120 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel BikingGravelMan Series
GravelMan Series Marseille
Marseille, France
December 4, 2026 to December 5, 2026Date confirmed
500 km350 km200 km120 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Outdoor Cycling Series Morvan
Avallon, France
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
350 km150 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningRoad Cycling
Babybel Cyclosportive & running
Évron, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
139 km111.5 km108 km75.4 km+7
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+4
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Lot of Gravel
Cahors, France
June 4, 2027 to June 6, 2027Date confirmed
450 km225 km100 km60 km
Point-to-PointNature & Off-Road+5
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | La Saint-Avertinoise | Saint-Avertin, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Gravel BikingMountain Biking | 80 km57 km52 km47 km |
| Date to be announced | Le défi Loire Sologne Gravel | Vineuil, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Gravel Biking | 200 km140 km90 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | La Transberrichonne | Neuvy-Saint-Sépulchre, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Gravel Biking | 97 km |
| Date to be announced | A Breath For The Muco | Belle-Isle-en-Terre, Brittany, FR | Mountain BikingTrail Running | 130 km65 km50 km40 km |
| Date to be announced | La Drômoise | Die, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 400 km138 km130 km120 km |
| Date to be announced | The Thomas Boudat | Mourens, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Gravel BikingRoad Cycling | 100 km80 km70 km45 km |
| Date to be announced | The Pink Gravels | Thouars, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Gravel Biking | 500 km200 km150 km110 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026 | GravelMan Series French Riviera | Théoule-sur-Mer, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Gravel BikingRoad Cycling | 500 km350 km200 km120 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026 | GravelMan Series Marseille | Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 500 km350 km200 km120 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | Outdoor Cycling Series Morvan | Avallon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 350 km150 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Babybel Cyclosportive & running | Évron, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningRoad Cycling | 139 km111.5 km108 km75.4 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027 | Lot of Gravel | Cahors, Occitanie, FR | Gravel Biking | 450 km225 km100 km60 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Mixed-surface cycling events on gravel tracks, farm roads, forest lanes, and quiet backroads. Gravel cycling events span accessible discovery rides, timed medium-distance races, and self-supported ultra-endurance adventures. In this Gravel Biking in Centre-Val de Loire directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 119 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 500 km and elevation gains up to +10,000 m. Key host locations include Saint-Avertin, Vineuil, Neuvy-Saint-Sépulchre, Théoule-sur-Mer. Notable events in this selection include La Saint-Avertinoise, Le défi Loire Sologne Gravel, La Transberrichonne.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Gravel Biking in Centre-Val de Loire?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 119 individual races. Of these, 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 7 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Gravel Biking in Centre-Val de Loire?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 500 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +10,000 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Gravel Biking, Road Cycling, Mountain Biking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Gravel Biking in Centre-Val de Loire?
Top host locations include Saint-Avertin, Vineuil, Neuvy-Saint-Sépulchre, Théoule-sur-Mer, Marseille. Representative events in the catalog include La Saint-Avertinoise, Le défi Loire Sologne Gravel, La Transberrichonne, GravelMan Series French Riviera. Mixed-surface cycling events on gravel tracks, farm roads, forest lanes, and quiet backroads.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Gravel Biking in Centre-Val de Loire?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 119 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.