Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Cyclosportive The Laughing Cow
Lons-le-Saunier, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
156 km114 km103 km78 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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Road Cycling in Jura
12 verified events with 62 individual races (8 confirmed dates) in Jura complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions62Races & 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: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingWalking & Hiking
Transju'Cyclo
Champagnole, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
220 km160 km110 km70 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadPoint-to-Point+6
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
La Louis Pasteur
Dole, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
70 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Gentleman d'Arinthod
Arinthod, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
34 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
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: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOther DisciplinesRoad Cycling
The Grand Departure
Poitiers, France
December 19, 2026Date confirmed
60 km45 km25 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Javid Nikpour / Mehr News Agency · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsCross Country RunningTrail Running
Cross Ouest France
Le Mans, France
January 16, 2027 to January 17, 2027Date confirmed
20.7 km12.8 km10.8 km7.3 km+4
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+6
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Cyclosportive The Laughing Cow | Lons-le-Saunier, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 156 km114 km103 km78 km |
| Date to be announced | Transju'Cyclo | Champagnole, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road CyclingWalking & Hiking | 220 km160 km110 km70 km |
| Date to be announced | La Louis Pasteur | Dole, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road Cycling | 70 km |
| Date to be announced | Gentleman d'Arinthod | Arinthod, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road Cycling | 34 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 |
| Dec 19, 2026 | The Grand Departure | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Other DisciplinesRoad Cycling | 60 km45 km25 km5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 - Jan 17, 2027 | Cross Ouest France | Le Mans, Pays de la Loire, FR | Cross Country RunningTrail Running | 20.7 km12.8 km10.8 km7.3 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2027 | Cyclosportive Plaimont Jean Luc Garnier | Jû-Belloc, Occitanie, FR | Road Cycling | 100 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2027 | Ultra Bacchus | Le Teich, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Cycling | 420 km220 km |
| 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 6, 2027 | Les Trois Cols materiel-velo.com | La Tour-de-Salvagny, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Cycling | 143 km97 km56 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Road cycling events, gran fondos, sportives, and iconic mountain pass challenges on paved routes. Road cycling sportives and gran fondos range from fast rolling courses to high-mountain challenges featuring multiple alpine climbs and timed segments. In this Road Cycling in Jura directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 62 individual races, including 8 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 Lons-le-Saunier, Champagnole, Dole, Arinthod. Notable events in this selection include Cyclosportive The Laughing Cow, Transju'Cyclo, La Louis Pasteur.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Road Cycling in Jura?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 62 individual races. Of these, 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 4 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Road Cycling in Jura?
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 Road Cycling, Gravel Biking, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Road Cycling in Jura?
Top host locations include Lons-le-Saunier, Champagnole, Dole, Arinthod, Théoule-sur-Mer. Representative events in the catalog include Cyclosportive The Laughing Cow, Transju'Cyclo, La Louis Pasteur, Gentleman d'Arinthod. Road cycling events, gran fondos, sportives, and iconic mountain pass challenges on paved routes.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Road Cycling in Jura?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 62 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.