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Join us this weekend, October 4th and 5th, in Maussane-les-Alpilles (13) for a new edition of the Raid des Alpilles! With over 1,100 participants last year and registrations soaring since opening, this event promises to be an unmissable celebration to close out the Gravel’Tour Cannondale and Cyclo’Tour Classified seasons.
A sporty and friendly weekend
On the program, two gravel routes on Saturday and two cyclo routes on Sunday, not to mention great entertainment throughout the weekend. The Brewers and Provençal Producers Village awaits you at Espace Agora to discover local riches, with a rock’n’roll concert on Saturday evening from 6 PM to 8 PM to set the mood!
Enjoy an autumnal weekend in the heart of the Baux Valley and the Alpilles Massif, with its splendid landscapes and charming Provençal villages. Whether you are a fan of gravel, time trials, or touring, there will be something for everyone!
Saturday, October 4th: gravel in time trial and touring
Explore the hidden treasures of the hinterland with two gravel routes:
GRAVEL34 (34 km, 560 m D+) for touring riders.
GRAVEL68 (68 km, 1,060 m D+) for touring or time trial.
Common start at 1:30 PM for 250 expected participants, ready to enjoy a beautiful afternoon on the bike and take in the sights, no matter the chosen route.
Sunday, October 5th: cyclo in time trial and touring
Head to Les Baux de Provence and the Alpilles Regional Park with two distances:
96 km, 880 m D+ for touring riders.
126 km, 1,350 m D+ for competitors.
Two options so everyone can savor the charms of Provence at their own pace.
A lively and local village
The Brewers and Provençal Producers Village will be open Saturday and Sunday at Espace Agora. An ideal opportunity to discover local flavors, accompanied by a rock’n’roll concert on Saturday evening from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Challenge finals
On Saturday, the gravel event hosts the final of the Gravel’Tour Cannondale, after 8 stages across France.
On Sunday, it’s the turn of the Cyclo’Tour Classified final, after 6 stages in France.
Visit raiddesalpilles.com for more information and get ready for an unforgettable weekend in the heart of Provence!
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