Gran Fondo & Ultra Raid - The new alpine rendezvous

A 100% cycling weekend, combining road & mountain biking Three days of sporting thrills, designed as a real cycling marathon: a weekend of competition, pleasure, discovery and conviviality.

This unique event brings together two complementary disciplines: - road cycling, with a Gran Fondo in the heart of the Tour de France's legendary mountain passes, - and mountain biking, with the Ultra Raid and its 3000/4000/5000/7000 formats, as well as the new ULTIMATE challenge. More than just a series of events, it's a rendezvous open to all: children, beginners, experienced riders and enthusiasts alike. It's a great opportunity to highlight the assets, soul and identity of the entire valley, in a sporting, friendly and authentically Alpine atmosphere. GRAN FONDO - The Alpine cyclosportive experience 1 or 2-day format - on the Tour de France's greatest passes With an original concept combining alpine cyclosportive, a choice of formats and premium options from the ULTRA RAID DNA, the Gran Fondo Samoëns settles in Haute-Savoie to offer a totally new road experience. Much more than just a race, it's a modern approach to the Gran Fondo: customizable, immersive and designed to experience the mountains to the full. Participants will ride over iconic climbs such as the Col de Joux Plane, the Col de la Ramaz and the Colombière, to experience total immersion on the roads of the Tour. The concept: - Mass start - 1-day or 2-day stage format - Several distances for all levels - A demanding but accessible event - A cyclosportive atmosphere combining performance and shared pleasure ULTRA RAID SAMOËNS - The mountain bike challenge of the ULTRA RAID SERIES Dive into the heart of alpine terrain: challenging climbs, majestic panoramas and single descents... Available formats: - 3000 m D+ - 4000 m D+ - 5000 m D+ - 7000 m D+ - ULTIMATE - the new format specially created for Samoëns Highlights : - 3 days of committed alpine mountain biking - Technical terrain, natural singles & bike-park sections - Time trial or rando formulas - Nocturne Gourmande or Sportive - Dedicated women's races - Kids & teens events - All-day rides on Sundays AN EVENT FOR EVERYBODY: entertainment, concerts & exhibitors' village Beyond the sporting events, the Gran Fondo & Ultra Raid offers a truly festive, family-friendly experience. There's something for everyone: workshops, events, cycling initiation courses for children and beginners, and discovery activities to showcase the valley's many attractions. Concerts and entertainment that appeal to participants, companions and visitors alike. A friendly "cycle & outdoor" trade show, bringing together brands, craftsmen, exhibitors and local players to exchange ideas, test and discover the best of the outdoor world. Gran Fondo & Ultra Raid Samoëns - Three days to experience cycling differently Performance, pleasure, exploration or discovery: everyone can experience their own adventure in the heart of Haute-Savoie. An authentic, intergenerational event, 100% mountain.