Gravel Biking

The Pink Gravels

Gravel Cycling covering 30 km to 500 km in Thouars (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France)

LocationThouars, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceShow on map(46.9811° N, 0.1965° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +5,500 m

The Pink Gravels is an endurance sporting event in Thouars, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR focused on Gravel Biking. Key features include Multi-Day, Nature & Off-Road, Forest.

The race program comprises 12 competitions, including Ultra 79 (500 km, +5,500 m D+), Fanou (200 km, +2,200 m D+), T’Grave (150 km, +1,650 m D+), CDF-150 km (150 km, +1,650 m D+), T'Otop (110 km, +1,210 m D+), and CDF-110 km (110 km, +1,210 m D+) (12 competitions in total). 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 (les-graviers-roses.fr).

Official website
The Pink Gravels in Thouars (Work: "Cyclingworld Cyclocross Race 2024, Meerbusch (P1170928)", Photo: Matti Blume, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cyclingworld Cyclocross Race 2024, Meerbusch (P1170928)" · Photo: Matti Blume · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Multi-DayNature & Off-RoadForest

Races & distances (12)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultra 79Gravel Biking500 km+5,500 m14 m - 2,324 mLoop courseRoute & profile
FanouGravel Biking200 km+2,200 m17 m - 941 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T’GraveGravel Biking150 km+1,650 m20 m - 713 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CDF-150 kmGravel Biking150 km+1,650 m23 m - 716 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T'OtopGravel Biking110 km+1,210 m26 m - 534 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CDF-110 kmGravel Biking110 km+1,210 m14 m - 522 mLoop courseRoute & profile
All goodGravel Biking80 km+880 m17 m - 387 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CDF-80 kmGravel Biking80 km+880 m20 m - 390 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T'CoolGravel Biking50 km+550 m23 m - 254 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CDF-50 kmGravel Biking50 km+550 m26 m - 257 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Heritage WalkGravel Biking40 km+440 m14 m - 199 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Thrilling RideGravel Biking30 km+330 m17 m - 156 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
500 km
Elevation gain
+5,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-5,500 m D-
Altitude range
14 m - 2,324 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
2.2 % / 4 %
Course format
Loop course
500 km+5,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N70140210280350420FS46.9811° N, 0.1965° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 14 m to 2,324 m above sea level (+5,500 m D+, -5,500 m D-)

Peak: 2,324 m·at 256.2 km·Ø 2.2 %
14 m784 m1,554 m2,324 m0 km100 km200 km300 km400 km500 km2,324 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Pink Gravels take place?

The Pink Gravels takes place in Thouars, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR (start area at coordinates 46.9811° N, 0.1965° 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 The Pink Gravels?

The race program comprises 12 competitions, including Ultra 79 (500 km, +5,500 m D+), Fanou (200 km, +2,200 m D+), T’Grave (150 km, +1,650 m D+), CDF-150 km (150 km, +1,650 m D+), T'Otop (110 km, +1,210 m D+), and CDF-110 km (110 km, +1,210 m D+) (12 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Gravel Biking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Pink Gravels?

The main competition (Ultra 79 over 500 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,500 m of elevation gain and -5,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 14 m and 2,324 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 The Pink Gravels?

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