66° South - Catalan Pyrenees Gravel Tour 2025
See more about the offers- Next event : Sat, September 13, 2025Date confirmed
- 21 km / 78 km / 108 km
The event in a few words
We're not here to smooth out the corners... 📐 Set your course for the 66° South Pyrenees Catalan Gravel Tour! Embark on an adventure between sea 🌊 and mountains ⛰️, in the southwest of France 🇫🇷, near Perpignan, specifically at... *drumroll please 🥁* Les Angles resort! That's right, the qualifications for the UCI Gravel World Series Championships will take place mid-September in the heart of the Pyrenees Catalanes. Don’t worry, you'll be gravel biking, not skiing ⛷️, across 21, 78, or 108 km 🚵♂️. Choose your distance! 😉
Endurance, technique, and challenging climbs are on the menu 🥘. But no need to fret 😅, with good preparation, everything will roll along like on wheels a bike! 🚲 In terms of elevation, you'll climb between 450 m and 1,870 m of ascent 📈. You'll traverse the mountain roads of the region, such as the Capcir and the Cerdagne, peaking at 2,400 m, rocky trails 🪨, and forest paths typical of the southwest! 🌴 Think your legs might get tired? 🦵 Oh my... Just wait until you see the views, because your eyes will be rewarded too 👀. You'll get to admire the Formiguères station with its hook pine forests 🌲, Lake Matemale and Lake Calvet 💧. You'll experience a sports adventure full of effort and discovery 🤩. By the way, the starting line 🏁 is easily accessible by car from the nearest train stations like Latour-de-Carol, or by bus 🚌 which will take you to the right port trail ⛷️. Adishatz! 👋
But that's not all! After conquering this challenge, explore the charms of the region 😍. Nearby, you can visit the animal park of Les Angles in Capcir 🦫, or the Mont-Louis fort 🏰 built by Le Prestre de Vauban himself ☝️, a UNESCO World Heritage site. If you feel like venturing further, don't miss the Romanesque churches and Catalan chapels ⛪️. The area is rich in them! Relax in the Saint-Thomas baths 💦, the hot springs of the Catalan peaks... Guaranteed relaxation 😌. When it comes to food 🧑🍳, make sure to try the cargolade 🐌, Pyrenean lamb 🐑, the famous Catalan fougasse 🥧, accompanied by sheep or goat cheese 🐐, to your liking 🧀.
So get ready, because the Pyrenees are waiting for you 🚲.
4 reasons to join this race
A distance for every taste
108 kmTOP
78 km
21 km
- Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Elevation gain : 1870mD+
A few more words
67 miles, 1,870 m of elevation gain, and a course that tests your nerves between 1,600 and 2,000 m altitude 🏔️. Right from Les Angles, it’s a steep climb at the 4-mile mark 🔥, heading through forests, rocky paths, and singletracks 🪵. Midway, you get a brief respite with the Capcir, Formiguères, and Lake Matemale 💧… but it doesn’t last. At 31 miles, the challenge picks up again ⛰️, and by 54 miles, you tackle your last big climb. This is a route for the tough 💪, those who ride with strategy and mental strength. 😤
Gravel Bike 78 km
Gravel BikeGravel Bike 21 km
Gravel Bike- Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Elevation gain : 450mD+
A few more words
A short but challenging course, starting from Les Angles and heading straight uphill 🔥. The first climb takes you through a forest trail up to an altitude of 1,900 m 🌲, followed by a fast downhill section towards Lake Matemale 💧. Midway, you'll find some smooth paths to pick up the pace again, but be prepared: at km 14, there's a second steep climb ⛰️. The return journey includes a playful single track through the woods, which is technical yet smooth 🌳. This compact format is perfect for testing your gear, refining your stride, and maximizing your enjoyment 👌.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
108 km: 80 euros
78 km: 60 euros
21 km: 20 euros
Personalized race bib
Timing (for GGF and GMF races)
Access to refreshment stations
Security, medical assistance, signage
“Finisher” medal for those who complete within the time limits
Access to rankings and awards according to category
On site only, in person, with a complete dossier (postal delivery unavailable).
The races will start at Les Angles village. Timings will be communicated later by the organizers ⚠️.
Yes, unless you have a FFC, UFOLEP, FSGT, or FFTRI license stating you are “fit for competitive cycling”. Otherwise:
A medical certificate less than 1 year old with the same statement
Or a health certificate via the FFC website (valid for 4 months)
Well-stocked refreshment stations are planned. A designated waste zone will be set up nearby (zero waste initiative).
GGF: from 18 years old
GMF: from 17 years old with parental consent
GCT (cyclotourist): from 16 years old
Yes, a time gate will be set at the start of the 3rd loop (GGF). Latecomers will be stopped and will no longer be supported by the organization.
Yes:
Hard helmet
Bicycle in perfect condition
Adequate hydration
Repair kit
Warm/waterproof clothing depending on the weather
7 PM on the same day, on site
Top 3 overall and top 3 in each category will be awarded
UCI jerseys and Gran Fondo medals for qualifiers
“Finisher” medals for all finishers within the time limits
By email at capsud66@perpignan-mediterranee.org
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