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GravelMan Annecy 2026

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The event in a few words

In July, to start your holidays on a positive note, hop on your bike and come catch your first sunburns of the year at the GravelMan Annecy 🥵.

For the first time this year, the GravelMan circuit invites you to the east of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, in the hills of Haute-Savoie 🏔️. A mountainous edition that promises to be even more wild and panoramic than its sisters 🤩. The organizers hint at the challenge, rating its difficulty at 5/5 😵. It's understandable, as Annecy, or all the surrounding small towns like Sallanches, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Albertville, or Aix-les-Bains are not known for their flat and featureless scenery 😬. To help orient you, we'll shed some light 🏮.

The GravelMan courses are not easy 🍰, so just imagine mixing Annecy with GravelMan circuits: It doesn't bode well (at least for your muscles 😂). In terms of elevation, the city is already situated at 400 m above sea level, giving you a glimpse of what's ahead. For this Annecy edition, organizers have crafted 5 distances, achievable either in gravel format or road biking 🚴 format: 60 km and 1,000 mD+, 120 km and 2,000 mD+, 200 km and 2,500 mD+, 350 km and 4,500 mD+, and finally the colossal 500 km and 6,500 mD+ 💥. While we often say there's something for all levels, this is truly intense 😰. Even the 60 km won't be easy. Its 1,000 mD+ might have you traversing through forests, mountains, and turquoise lakes, but you won't forget the challenge of the route 👀. You can be sure you'll sweat and end up with sawn legs 🪚. For those who appreciate extreme challenges, the 500 km route is made for you. In terms of elevation, it's a mere 600 meters more than Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania 🇹🇿. Unfortunately for you, the coolness of the peaks won't refresh you 🧊, as you'll be alternating between ascents and descents 📈.

After the effort comes relief, which you'll have well earned. Give your bike a rinse 💦, store it carefully, and explore the rest of the region on your legs 🦵. First in Annecy, you might be tempted by a little paddleboat ride on the lake ⛵️, to unwind from the traumas of the previous day 😮‍💨. Once the aquatic stroll is over, wander the rues of the old town and surprise yourself by following the small canals running through the town 🌇. After finishing with the bridges, local castles, and parks, only then can you choose the next part of your journey ➡️. If you wish to continue swimming, the Lac du Bourget and Lac d’Aiguebelette await eagerly. You can even cross the border and discover the splendid Lake Geneva, bordering the lovely town of Geneva 🇨🇭. If, on the other hand, you want to get lost in the mountains and search for the Dahu 🐐, then head towards the Aravis range or the Bauges 🪨. You'll find enough to hike for several weeks 😳.

So, whether you come for nature, the sporting challenge, or simply to explore the city, GravelMan Annecy is a necessary step towards achieving your goal 🤪.

4 reasons to join this race

Gravel or Road distances 🚵
5 distances and ten races offered, isn't that paradise? 💭 You will have the choice between Road and Gravel versions over 60 km, 120 km, 200 km, 350 km, and 500 km. It's up to you to choose whether you want to complete this journey in 24h or 80h... If you are adventurous but not too much, go for the distances doable in one day. If the unknown and the kilometers don't scare you, if you have the abilities and really want it, aim for the top and the 500 km! 🫡
True autonomy 🧍
Knowing how to manage yourself is one of the most important things in Gravel and Road cycling races. You are heading into the unknown, but you must be prepared and ready for any eventuality: punctures, the chain coming off, hypoglycemia... Don't just set off with your bike and two bottles. The rest stops are spaced several hours of pedaling apart. The good side is that you will come out more experienced and proud for having managed it alone 😎.
Suspense until D-Day 😳
Even if you already know how many kilometers you'll cover and on what types of surfaces you'll ride, and which region you'll cross, you will only know the exact course layout a few days before the start 🏁. Since reconnaissance is impossible, the GravelMan events have this extra element of unpredictability and real-time discovery 😝.
An original concept 🤌
GravelMan Paris Est is part of the GravelMan Series events, which are gradually gaining more importance in France and internationally 🌍. The offering of both gravel and road racing practices is hugely successful 🚲. If you like this new concept, you will also find other official editions in Lyon, Bordeaux, Wallonia, and even Marrakech. It might be the first step of a long journey for you 😉.

A distance for every taste

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  • Friday, July 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM
  • Elevation gain : 6500mD+
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

A few days before the start, you will receive the map along with a manifest containing various information for your adventure (mandatory equipment, routes, start/finish locations...).

The races will start at:

  • For the 500 km on Friday 17/07/2026 at 6:00

  • For the 350 km on Friday 17/07/2026 at 6:00

  • For the 200 km on Saturday 18/07/2026 at 8:00

  • For the 120 km on Saturday 18/07/2026 at 8:00

  • For the 60 km on Saturday 18/07/2026 at 8:00

You must provide one of the following documents, mandatory:

  • A medical certificate dated less than one year from the event date or its copy, for non-licensed participants for whom the event is open with the statement "no contraindication to the practice of long-distance cycling." A sports license can substitute the medical certificate.

  • A valid sports license from the French Cycling Federation on the event date mentioning no contraindication to competitive cycling.

  • A sports license issued by one of the following federations, valid on the event date, which mentions "no contraindication to the practice of sports":

    • National Police Sports Federation (FSPN)

    • ASPTT Sports Federation

    • French Cycle Touring Federation (FFCT)

    • Work Sports and Gymnastics Federation (FSGT)

    • French Union of Secular Physical Education Works (UFOLEP)

  • For the 500 km: €139

  • For the 350 km: €109

  • For the 200 km: €99

  • For the 120 km: €69

  • For the 60 km: €59

  • Yes, here they are:

    • For the 500 km: 52h to finish

    • For the 350 km: 40h to finish

    • For the 200 km: 20h to finish

    • For the 120 km: 18h to finish

    • For the 60 km: 10h to finish

For clothing:

  • Warm gloves in case of low temperatures

  • Clothing resistant to cold

  • Reflective clothing

  • Jacket with hood and made with a waterproof membrane

  • Helmet and glasses

For equipment on the bike:

  • Front and rear lights. (Headlamp recommended)

  • Bicycle pump (mandatory, even with tubeless tires)

  • Repair kit (patch + glue + tire lever)

  • 1 inner tube (or two if possible)

  • 1 survival blanket

  • Mobile phone and charger

  • A minimum 1.5L water reserve

  • Recommendation for a 5000 mAh / 10000 mAh external battery

  • Recommendation to have 1000 calories of food reserve

Your registration includes:

  • An extraordinary Gravel or Road adventure

  • A GravelMan cap

  • A FNSHR x GravelMan medal offered to all Finishers

  • Individual participant insurance for all participants

  • A GPS tracker, dedicated to safety and live tracking

  • Access to a live-tracking platform

  • A race manual with 10 GPS tracks / 100h of reconnaissance work

  • An equipment check before the start

  • A race briefing with all participants

  • Professional photographs available right after the event

For any important or urgent request regarding the GravelMan organizations, you can send an email to this address: gravelman.event@gmail.com

Subject: URGENT GRAVELMAN + NAME OF THE GRAVELMAN

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