Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingMountain Biking
The Val de Saire
Quettehou, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
93 km75 km50 km45 km+3
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
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Road Cycling in Normandy
12 verified events with 69 individual races (7 confirmed dates) in Normandy complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions69Races & courses
Distances2.6 - 500 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+10,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
L'Ornaise
Argentan, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
150 km100 km80 km50 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMulti-Day+1
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingTrail Running
Caen ça bouge
Caen, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
22 km21 km14 km13 km+1
City RunNight Run+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Outdoor Cycling Series Normandie-Maine
Juvigny-sous-Andaine, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
350 km150 km
Nature & Off-RoadMulti-Day
Photo: blmcalifornia · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Les Marais Blancs
Montebourg, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
200 km150 km
Nature & Off-RoadSnow
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
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | The Val de Saire | Quettehou, Normandy, FR | Road CyclingMountain Biking | 93 km75 km50 km45 km |
| Date to be announced | L'Ornaise | Argentan, Normandy, FR | Road Cycling | 150 km100 km80 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Caen ça bouge | Caen, Normandy, FR | Road CyclingTrail Running | 22 km21 km14 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Outdoor Cycling Series Normandie-Maine | Juvigny-sous-Andaine, Normandy, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 350 km150 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Marais Blancs | Montebourg, Normandy, FR | Road Cycling | 200 km150 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 |
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 Normandy directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 69 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 2.6 km to 500 km and elevation gains up to +10,000 m. Key host locations include Quettehou, Argentan, Caen, Juvigny-sous-Andaine. Notable events in this selection include The Val de Saire, L'Ornaise, Caen ça bouge.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Road Cycling in Normandy?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 69 individual races. Of these, 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 5 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Road Cycling in Normandy?
Races in this selection span distances of 2.6 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, Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Road Cycling in Normandy?
Top host locations include Quettehou, Argentan, Caen, Juvigny-sous-Andaine, Montebourg. Representative events in the catalog include The Val de Saire, L'Ornaise, Caen ça bouge, Outdoor Cycling Series Normandie-Maine. 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 Normandy?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 69 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.