Road Cycling

Mercan’Tour Bonette

Road Cycling covering 80 km to 192 km with up to 4,600 m D+ in Valberg (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

LocationValberg, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FranceShow on map(44.0971° N, 6.9294° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,600 m

Mercan’Tour Bonette is an endurance sporting event in Valberg, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Road Cycling. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude, Lakes & Ponds.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Road Cycling 192 km (192 km, +4,600 m D+), and Road Cycling 80 km (80 km, +2,400 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 (granfondomercantour.com).

Official website
Mercan’Tour Bonette in Valberg (Work: "Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2024 PA200120", Photo: Fukumoto, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2024 PA200120" · Photo: Fukumoto · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainHigh AltitudeLakes & PondsForest

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Road Cycling 192 kmRoad Cycling192 km+4,600 m576 m - 2,660 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Cycling 80 kmRoad Cycling80 km+2,400 m460 m - 1,676 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
192 km
Elevation gain
+4,600 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,600 m D-
Altitude range
576 m - 2,660 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4.8 % / 21.2 %
Course format
Loop course
192 km+4,600 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150175FS44.0920° N, 6.9348° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 576 m to 2,660 m above sea level (+4,600 m D+, -4,600 m D-)

Peak: 2,660 m·at 81.1 km·Ø 4.8 %
576 m1,271 m1,965 m2,660 m0 km38.4 km76.8 km115.2 km153.6 km192 km2,660 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Mercan’Tour Bonette take place?

Mercan’Tour Bonette takes place in Valberg, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 44.0971° N, 6.9294° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Mercan’Tour Bonette?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Road Cycling 192 km (192 km, +4,600 m D+), and Road Cycling 80 km (80 km, +2,400 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Cycling.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Mercan’Tour Bonette?

The main competition (Road Cycling 192 km over 192 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,600 m of elevation gain and -4,600 m of elevation loss, ranging between 576 m and 2,660 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Mercan’Tour Bonette?

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