The Pilgrimage – September

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The Pilgrimage: Gravel’s exploration in the French Alps

Embark on an exceptional experience : The Pilgrimage, a gravel journey in the mountains of the French Alps, starting in Puy Saint Vincent, from August 28 to September 2, 2025. Explore a distance of 450 kilometers and face a total of 15,000 meters of elevation gain, in a superb setting.

The gravel challenge in the French Alps:

  • 3 challenging and independent steps
  • 1 mountain camp.

The Pilgrimage offers a real experience, which combines adventure, sharing and well-being. Unlike a classic race, this is an exciting journey , where you will discover the Alps with enthusiasts like you.

Every day will be a dive into nature, with towering peaks , secluded valleys , remote huts and high-altitude lakes .

This is not an adventure for novices or the faint-hearted. The routes will include bike test sections as well as dizzying descents. Mountain huts and local bakeries will have refreshment points.

On a daily basis, participants will have to be autonomous, but they will benefit from a GPS tracker to guarantee their safety. Each day will be followed by snacks, and those who wish to do so will be able to enjoy a regular dish of the day. Two choices of accommodation are available at Le Pilgrimage: either as a bed and breakfast at Chalet AlpeLune, or as a campsite in the garden. A sauna, an outdoor hot tub and a spacious living room with fireplace are also available in the chalet.

What distinguishes Le Pèlerinage is the benevolence towards all participants. Then join this unforgettable experience and discover the French Alps in a totally new way.