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The outsiders' guide to
Gravel Riding in nice.
As road cycling continues to merge with the outdoor adventure world, the search for unbeaten or simply unpaved paths has moved up every cyclist’s agenda. On the Côte d’Azur, before the classic cols came the double tracks of the ‘routes strategiques’ and the DFCI forest roads. Look on the map to find the vast network of dashed-white lines that climb to cols, traverse national parks and connect perched villages. Some of the ground work has already been done via our Riviera Gravel series but part of the fun is getting out there and getting lost and found yourself.
For those wanting to sample some Riviera Gravel our CAFÉ HQ on Nice Port now houses top of the range Cervélo Aspéro gravel rental bikes, together with the full gravel collection. Arrive and explore.
Gravel RIDES.
From the some of the best road riding in the world, to some of the best gravel riding. The Alpes Maritimes is a place like few others. We can point you in the right direction but the route should be all yours.
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Mont Férion.
THE GRAVEL EQUIVALENT OF MONT VENTOUX. WITH THREE SIDES TO CLIMB AND A CHAPEL.
L’Estérel.
GREEN FORESTS, RED GRAVEL, BLUE SKIES. THE ROUTE DES COLS IS A BADLY KEPT SECRET.
Fort de la Revère.
FROM THE PERCHED VILLAGE OF LA TURBIE AND ALONG THE MOST SPECTACULAR STRETCH OF CHEMIN.
MONT MACARON.
AS YOU FOLLOW THE CONTOURS OF THE MOUNTAIN, YOU GET TREATED TO A BALCONY VIEW OF THE BAIE DES ANGES.
VIA DEL SALE.
ONE OF THE HIGHEST UNPAVED ROADS WITHIN REACH OF NICE AND POSSIBLY THE MOST IMPRESSIVE.
Col de Braus.
ONE OF THE MOST ICONIC CLIMBS ANYWHERE IN CYCLING BUT WITH A DARK SIDE.
COL D'ÈZE.
Yes, the roads of l'arrière pays are mostly car-free, but if you really want to get away from it all, gravel is your friend.
Gravel Stories.
When it comes to gravel, it's often about choice and the choice is almost endless. Where ever you are, wherever you go, there are new routes to discover. It is a big gravel world out there.
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Unbound – Hors limites, hors contrôle, hors service
Desertus Bikus… sur un Brompton !
Une place sur le podium à la Traka 360
Fast Won't Last
L'équipe Gravel a mis le cap sur la Sea Otter
Riding Badlands
CAFÉ DU CYCLISTE ATHLETE BENJAMIN SCHMETZ TOOK ON THE INFAMOUS BADLANDS ULTRA-RACE – 800KM OF INTENSE HEAT BETWEEN DESERTS AND THE SIERRA NEVADA IN SOUTHERN SPAIN.
Sprint Finnish
AFTER TWO LEGS OF THE GRAVEL EARTH SERIES IN SPAIN AND A UCI-LEVEL RACE IN FRANCE, THE MEN OF THE CAFÉ DU CYCLISTE GRAVEL TEAM WENT TO RACE ON FINNISH TRAILS.
Gravel Groovin
SOPHIE GATEAU AND A GROUP OF FRIENDS ENJOY A RELAXED SPRINGTIME GRAVEL TRIP IN AN ENCHANTED CORNER OF NORMANDY.
THE CAFE.
Located on the Old Port, our café is the perfect pre and post-ride meeting place. With some routes that begin almost outside, excellent coffee and a full range of our clothing collections for men and women. There are weekly rides as well if you’d like to discover riding on the Cote D’Azur with like minded companions.
RENT & RIDE.
Travel light and book your bike. Each bike is complete with pedals, tool bag and rear light while, if needed, each rental can also include Specialized shoes and helmet.
#WHATISGRAVEL.
Gravel riding is more than what you see. It's a state of mind, a work of art, a day in hell, a heavenly sunset. It takes us into new dimensions. But it's also more than that. What is it?
PRATICAL.
How to arrive:
With direct flights from around 30 European countries as well as further afield, Nice is well connected by air. The tram line now goes direct to the old Port, where our café is situated. For more information on flights, see the AEROPORT DE NICE website. Nice has two train stations. From Paris the journey is around six hours and brings you into the heart of the city. For more information on trains, see the SNCF website.
Where to stay:
Despite the exceptional riding on its doorstep , Nice is the fifth biggest city in France. Given its attractions, there are numerous place to stay while you’re here, from hotels through to guest houses and, of course, private appartment rentals. For more information on where to stay, see the NICE TOURIST BOARD website.
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