Road Cycling

L'Ornaise

Road Cycling covering 35 km to 150 km in Argentan (Normandy, France)

LocationArgentan, Normandy, FranceShow on map(48.7444° N, 0.0210° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,650 m

L'Ornaise is an endurance sporting event in Argentan, Normandy, FR focused on Road Cycling. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day, City Run.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including The Ornaise (150 km, +1,650 m D+), The Cycl'Orne 100 (100 km, +1,100 m D+), The Cycl'Orne 80 (80 km, +880 m D+), The Cycl'Orne 50 (50 km, +550 m D+), and The Balad'Orne (35 km, +385 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 (lornaise.fr).

Official website
L'Ornaise in Argentan (Work: "Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2024 PA200123", Photo: Fukumoto, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2024 PA200123" · Photo: Fukumoto · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMulti-DayCity Run

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
The OrnaiseRoad Cycling150 km+1,650 m59 m - 752 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Cycl'Orne 100Road Cycling100 km+1,100 m62 m - 524 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Cycl'Orne 80Road Cycling80 km+880 m65 m - 435 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Cycl'Orne 50Road Cycling50 km+550 m68 m - 299 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Balad'OrneRoad Cycling35 km+385 m71 m - 233 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
150 km
Elevation gain
+1,650 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,650 m D-
Altitude range
59 m - 752 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
2.2 % / 4 %
Course format
Loop course
150 km+1,650 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120140FS48.7444° N, 0.0210° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 59 m to 752 m above sea level (+1,650 m D+, -1,650 m D-)

Peak: 752 m·at 68.3 km·Ø 2.2 %
59 m290 m521 m752 m0 km30 km60 km90 km120 km150 km752 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does L'Ornaise take place?

L'Ornaise takes place in Argentan, Normandy, FR (start area at coordinates 48.7444° N, 0.021° 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 L'Ornaise?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including The Ornaise (150 km, +1,650 m D+), The Cycl'Orne 100 (100 km, +1,100 m D+), The Cycl'Orne 80 (80 km, +880 m D+), The Cycl'Orne 50 (50 km, +550 m D+), and The Balad'Orne (35 km, +385 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Cycling.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for L'Ornaise?

The main competition (The Ornaise over 150 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,650 m of elevation gain and -1,650 m of elevation loss, ranging between 59 m and 752 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 L'Ornaise?

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