Gravel Biking

French Divide

Gravel Cycling covering 2,086 km with up to 40,000 m D+ in Mendionde (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France)

LocationMendionde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceShow on map(43.3403° N, 1.2985° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +40,000 m

French Divide is an endurance sporting event in Mendionde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR focused on Gravel Biking. Key features include Point-to-Point, Multi-Day, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The competition program features Gravel Bike 2,086 km (2086 km, +40,000 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (frenchdivide.com).

Official website
French Divide in Mendionde (Work: "Cyclingworld Cyclocross Race 2024, Meerbusch (P1170914)", Photo: Matti Blume, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cyclingworld Cyclocross Race 2024, Meerbusch (P1170914)" · Photo: Matti Blume · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Point-to-PointMulti-DayNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (1)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Gravel Bike 2,086 kmGravel Biking2086 km+40,000 m2 m - 26,002 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Gravel Bike 2,086 km2086 km
Distance
2086 km
Elevation gain
+40,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-34,000 m D-
Altitude range
2 m - 26,002 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
3.5 % / 6.3 %
Course format
Point-to-point course
2086 km+40,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N2705408101080135016201890FS43.3403° N, 1.2985° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 26,002 m above sea level (+40,000 m D+, -34,000 m D-)

Peak: 26,002 m·at 971.7 km·Ø 3.5 %
2 m8,669 m17,335 m26,002 m0 km417.2 km834.4 km1,251.6 km1,668.8 km2,086 km26,002 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does French Divide take place?

French Divide takes place in Mendionde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR (start area at coordinates 43.3403° N, 1.2985° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at French Divide?

The competition program features Gravel Bike 2,086 km (2086 km, +40,000 m D+). The competitions belong to Gravel Biking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for French Divide?

The main competition (Gravel Bike 2,086 km over 2086 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +40,000 m of elevation gain and -34,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 26,002 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for French Divide?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (frenchdivide.com).