Châtel Chablais Léman Cycle Race

If you are thinking about your first sportive abroad or one in the alps, this one is definitely for you. With less than a 1,000 entrants the roads are less hectic, starting and finishing in the same place, this is about as stress free a sportive can get. This fun sportive now includes a gravel event the day before the main road event on the Sunday, so you can make a weekend out of it and try a something new if you haven’t tried gravel biking before.

The race (153km) starts and finishes in Châtel, a ski resort in the summer in France and just a few minutes over the border from Switzerland. It’s about a 1 hour 30minute transfer from Geneva airport or the train around lake Geneva to the nearby station in the valley is an option.

There are 2 distances for the main event on Sunday, 153km or 72km which sees the route taking you through France and Switzerland via some stunning scenery. The 153km route is challenging but not too hard with climbs that aren’t the lung busting monsters experienced in the high alps. The descents are long and one of the highlights is the stunning view of lake Geneva on a clear day as you summit before the long descent to Evian for some water. The cycle along lake Geneva back in to Switzerland is the perfect way to practise your peloton riding skills. It can be fast and fun along the flats.

You can choose whether to take part in the gravel event or just the sportive on the Sunday.

Day 0
Geneva airport is your closest airport. A short transfer to the hotel in Châtel and bike building preparation for the following day or checking the gravel bike

Day 1 - Gravel Event - optional
Distance: 52km
Elevation Gain: 1,678
Major Climbs: 11.2KM Col du Recon Pass - 6.6km to 10.6%, KM 25.7 | Portes de Culet - 10.6km to 7.11%
A fun ride that is a great introduction to gravel riding or if you want a bit more a challenge you can push a bit harder. Away from the roads, this is a great way to explore the beautiful area and something different to add to the list.

Day 2 - Châtel Chablais Léman Race Day
Distance: 153km/72km
Elevation Gain: 2,700/1,800m
Major Climbs: KM 25 | Montée des Rives - 12.4km to 6.5% KM 51.5 | No Morgins - 9.9km to 5.6% KM 67 | Pré la Joux - 4km to 4,6%
There are two distances for this sportive which makes it ideal for different fitness levels. The route takes in mountain passes, long descents, incredible views of lake Geneva and fun fast flat sections as well as cycling in France and Switzerland in one day.

Departure.

Day 3
If you would like to stay an extra day to explore the area an extra day can be added to your stay.

 

  • Private transfers from Geneva airport at specific times

  • Registration to the Châtel Chablais Léman race plus all jersey

  • 2 nights Accommodation in a B&B or 4* hotel with spa

  • Breakfast included

  • Detailed travel documents with GPS data of the route

  • Experienced and knowledgable staff on hand

Packages for the Châtel Chablais Léman Race

Friday 10th July - Sunday 12th July 2020

Option 1 - Prices from per Person