Pedals de Foc 2026

In the month of June, Foc' is on the move! 🤪

If you haven't yet decided between discovery and sports vacations, don't stress it 🧠. Get on your bike at the start of summer and set off to conquer North Catalonia! The mythical Pedals de Foc race is organizing a new edition in mid-June, and MTB is honored for over 200 km 🏆. Whether you're a fan of thrills, endurance, or enchanting landscapes, the race of legends awaits you in Vielha, in the Val d'Aran region to kick off the summer season in grand style (or on a grand saddle 🚲).

For the occasion, 2 courses are offered: the "PDF Nonstop Gold" 🥇 and the "PDF Nonstop Silver" 🥈. The first is the flagship event: an Ultra-marathon in MTB. Nothing less. You'll have to complete a loop of 211 km and an elevation gain of 6,148 mD+ in less than 20h 🕗. No e-bikes allowed; effort and sweat are the watchwords of the weekend 🥵. You'll travel through the heart of the Pyrenees, at the border of France, Andorra, and Spain 🇪🇸. The forests, underwoods and semi-asphalted paths will be the main environment of your journey 🦌. Moreover, if you enjoy the event and decide to return every year, you could achieve the title of "Pedal of Legend". Pretty classy, isn't it? You will gain access to an exclusive jersey, discounts, and be officially inducted into the "Hall of Legends" 🦸‍♂️. The second course, "PDF Nonstop Silver", is 80 km. With its elevation gain of 1,860 mD+ 📈, this route will provide your legs more rest, but you won't be lacking in pedal strokes ❌. By taking your race number, you are in for several hours of landscape and sports discoveries 👀. However, don't get too caught up in the view; the races are timed and have set time barriers ⌛️.

But a good trip abroad, Foc' makes it as much in your legs as in your stomach 🍽️. Luckily for your taste buds, the Southwest of France is quite famous for its hearty and tasty recipes 🤤. From Òlha Aranesa to Wild Boar Stew to local Crepes 🥞, you can satisfy your taste buds with authentic savory and sweet dishes. Once your belly is full, take advantage of your trip to explore the surroundings ⛰️. The Val d'Aran, located in the province of Lleida, is a true natural paradise 🍃. The small mountain villages are surrounded by vast forest stretches 🪵 where you can easily go hiking for long hours 🥾 (assuming you have some energy left 🪫). And if the area enchants you, feel free to return for a visit in July. The Hoka Val d'Aran by UTMB takes place there every year and attracts runners from all around the world 🏁. The perfect opportunity to diversify your training and combine trail and MTB 🚵.

So, if your bike has been sitting in the back of the shed for weeks, get the pressure washer out and oil the pedal 👌. Pedals de Foc is the ideal event to set yourself a new challenge and plan a vacation at the start of summer ☀️.