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From July 16 to 21, 2024, GRAAALPS will trace an extraordinary adventure, inaugurating the very first ultra-distance Gravel event between Mandelieu-La Napoule and Crans-Montana. 750 km and 20,000 m of D+: starting from the enchanting shores of the French Riviera, crossing the Alps through three countries, to reach Crans-Montana facing the legendary 4000 m peaks of Valais, this crossing promises an unforgettable experience.
Source: Press Release
- Distance: 750 km
- Elevation: 18000m+
- Start: Mandelieu (06) – July 16, 2024
- Finish: Crans-Montana (Switzerland) – July 21, 2024
- Maximum duration: 5 days / 120 hours
>> The French section, a 231 km adventure from Mandelieu to Col de Tende, with a positive elevation of 7250 m and a negative elevation of 5250 m. Starting from the picturesque banks of Mandelieu, where the race village will be present, an enchanting and impressive route. Challenging terrain towards the charming town of Grasse, this remarkable landscape up to the summit of Mont Ferion. Then, continue to conquer the magnificent Col du Savel (Saint-Roch) before finishing with the exhilarating stony section of the Col de Tende.
>> The Italian section, with a total of 400 km, 7800 m of positive elevation and 6000 m of negative elevation. Meeting the route’s base camps.
>> The Swiss section, 130 km, 3600 m of positive elevation and 4500 m of negative elevation. They say to save “the best for last”, and Switzerland lives up to that adage. Although it is the shortest stage, it is filled with beauty and impressive landscapes: from the majestic Grand Saint-Bernard to the breathtaking Croix de Coeur, passing through the charming Crans-Montana.
3 main reasons to be interested in GRAAALPS
1/ Epic Alpine Adventure: GRAAALPS offers a unique opportunity to embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Alps
2/ Cross-border Thrills: 3 countries – France, Italy, and Switzerland – adding a diverse cultural experience
3/ Semi-autonomy: the perfect balance between support and challenge thanks to the “semi-autonomy” format, which provides assistance when needed while preserving the essence of the adventure.
More info => https://graaalps.com/fr/
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