Stage 1: Oisquercq – Épernay
Departure from Oisquercq for a long stage through the Belgian countryside towards Hainaut. Passing near Erquelinnes to enter the Hauts-de-France region. Descent through the Champagne-Ardenne area, bypassing Reims to end this first day in Épernay.
Stage 2: Épernay – Avallon
Departure from Épernay for another long stage through the famous Champagne vineyards: Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Philipponnat, etc. Heading towards the Morvan region, passing through Chablis, to reach Avallon.
Stage 3: Avallon – Saint-Amand-Montrond
Departure from Auxerre for around 250 km through the hills of Puisaye, west of Auxerre. Heading towards Saint-Fargeau, then along the banks of the Loire. Continuing south through the hillsides of the Loire Valley (Sauvignon Blanc appellation). Passing south of Bourges to arrive in Saint-Amand-Montrond, in the Cher department, Loire Valley region.
Stage 4: Saint-Amand-Montrond – Le Mont-Dore
Departure for 240 km due south through the Tronçais Forest. Entering the Allier department, Auvergne region. Passing along the Château-Charles Forest, then towards the Étang de Rivalais. Crossing the Bois Menus and the gorges of Chaurigny. Continuing towards the Sancy Massif, at the foot of the Puys mountain range, to arrive at the Le Mont-Dore ski resort.
Stage 5: Le Mont-Dore – Aurillac
Departure from Le Mont-Dore for 240 km. Climbing towards the Roche mountain, then crossing the Limousin and the Millevaches Regional Natural Park. Descent into the Dordogne gorges, passing the Aigle dam. Track running along the Dordogne River for nearly 40 km, perfect for a lunch break. Crossing the Maronne via the Pont des Estourocs, then heading east into the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park and arriving in Aurillac.
Stage 6: Aurillac – Millau
Departure for 250 km due south. Leaving the Cantal and the Auvergne region to reach Aveyron, Occitanie region. Crossing the Lot River, which originates in the Cévennes (Lozère) and flows into the Garonne after over 480 km. Coffee break in Conques, ranked among the most beautiful villages in France and a UNESCO World Heritage site. End of the day with a breathtaking view of the Millau Viaduct, descent into the Tarn gorges (which also flows into the Garonne after 380 km), passing 270 meters below the bridge deck to arrive in Millau.
Stage 7: Millau – Montpellier
Final stage of 160 km. Quick climb to the height of the viaduct deck (south side), entry into the Grands Causses Regional Natural Park and onto the Larzac plateau, before descending to Montpellier.
Useful information about the trip
- Departure from Oisquercq
- You may drop off one 80 x 42 x 32 cm trunk per vehicle, as well as a spare wheel
!!! Maximum machine dimensions: 1.80 m high – 3.20 m long !!! Oversize = extra charge - Vehicles will be reloaded on the last day of the raid or the day after
- Stages will be approximately 250 km per day (except for the first one)
- You must have a range of at least 250 km
- You will receive the route files in TRB format for Tripy
- The tracks will be loaded on the morning of the first riding day and will cover the whole week
- The route is a navigation track, not a rally track. You must ride responsibly and will be held liable in case of an accident
- No ranking will be established
- A support vehicle will follow the tracks alongside each stage
- Your trunks and luggage will be transported from hotel to hotel
- A lunch stop or grocery store will be indicated on the roadbook for midday
- A workshop truck will be present
- A mandatory briefing will take place each morning to inform participants about the day’s stage (fuel, meals, potential hazards)
- Each participant will be equipped with a GPS beacon, allowing the organization to track their position and for participants to send alerts
The price includes:
- Return transport of the vehicle and one trunk, based on the following dimensions:
- For an SSV: 3.20 m x 1.80 m x 1.80 m
- For the trunk: 80 cm x 40 cm x 32 cm
- Oversized trunks will not be accepted.
- Half-board accommodation in a double room (excluding drinks)
- Single room: not guaranteed and subject to availability
- Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (maximum 1 piece of luggage of 23 kg per person)
- Mechanical assistance at the hotels at the end of each stage (excluding parts)
- The roadbook
- Bus transfer
- GPS tracking via beacon
The price does not include:
- Fuel
- Drinks
- Plane tickets
- Parts and other supplies
- Miscellaneous extras
- Electronic roadbook (Tripy) – rental option available
- Mandatory repatriation insurance for each participant
Price: contact us
It is possible to rent a vehicle for this trip.
What awaits you on this raid
Pre-trip briefing
Mini briefing each morning
Technicians on hand to help with technical problems
Reconnaissance trip
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Please note that the information provided in this programme is for guidance only and may be subject to change. Under no circumstances does it constitute a contractual commitment.