Ariégeoise XXL

The Ariégeoise XXL – 30th Edition
310 km – 8,250 m elevation gain – limited to 99 riders

To celebrate its 30th edition, L’Ariégeoise is launching an extraordinary challenge:

The Ariégeoise XXL – 30th Edition: 310 km and 8,250 m of elevation gain to be completed in under 24 hours, on open roads, and limited to only 99 participants.

A unique ultra-cycling experience to be lived on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 June 2026, between Tarascon-sur-Ariège and Auzat, in the heart of the Ariège Pyrenees.

An ultra-cycling challenge in Ariège

The Ariégeoise XXL – 30th Edition 2026 is an ultra-distance cycling ride held on open roads, in semi-autonomy.

• A non-timed ride, with no ranking, therefore non-competitive

• Organised under the authority of the French Cycling Federation (FFC)

• A reference route defined by the organiser, to be followed via a mandatory GPX track

• Mandatory checkpoints and logistics points along the route

Ultra-distance cycling takes place on roads open to public traffic: strict compliance with the Highway Code and with the safety instructions given by the organiser is mandatory.

Format and schedule of the event

• Dates: Friday 26 and Saturday 27 June 2026

• Distance: 310 km

• Elevation gain: 8,250 m

• Time limit: 24 hours

• Start: Tarascon-sur-Ariège

• Finish: Auzat

• Format: a single continuous stage

• Route: open roads, mandatory itinerary provided as a GPX track

• Support: semi-autonomous (feed stations and logistics points defined by the organiser)

Entry requirements for the Ariégeoise XXL

Entry is subject to a pre-registration file including proof of experience and a training plan.
The profile of each rider is reviewed by the organising committee.

1. Riders who have already taken part in ultra-distance events (> 300 km)

Each participant must provide:

• A sporting CV confirming, on their honour, participation in one or more ultra-distance cycling events (over 300 km) organised officially, including:

  • Strava activity links,

  • race classifications,

  • or any other relevant proof.

• A specific training plan, carried out between 16/11/2025 and 31/05/2026, including at least:

  • 5,000 km ridden over this period

  • One ride of 200 km with 4,500 m elevation gain

  • One ride of 250 km with 5,000 m elevation gain

  • One night ride of 200 km with 4,000 m elevation gain

2. Riders who have never taken part in an organised ultra-distance event (> 300 km)

Each participant must provide:

• A motivation letter detailing:

  • either experience in ultra-distance disciplines in other sports (trail running, raids, etc.),

  • or the completion of long-distance rides (touring or racing) of more than 300 km.

• A specific training plan, carried out between 16/11/2025 and 31/05/2026, including at least:

  • 5,000 km ridden over this period

  • One ride of 200 km with 4,500 m elevation gain

  • One ride of 250 km with 5,000 m elevation gain

  • One night ride of 200 km with 4,000 m elevation gain

The profile and experience of each rider, as well as their training plan, will be reviewed by the organising committee before final confirmation of their entry.

Pre-registrations, selection and waiting list

Pre-registration period

Pre-registrations for the Ariégeoise XXL – 30th Edition are open from 16 November to 31 December 2025.

File review and selection

• From 1 to 14 January 2026: review of all pre-registration files by the organising committee.

• 15 January 2026: publication of the list of selected riders.

• Selected participants must pay their entry fee before 30 January 2026.

Waiting list management

• From 1 February 2026, riders on the waiting list will be contacted in the order defined by the organiser.

• Each person contacted will have 48 hours to complete payment.

• Riders on the waiting list who are not selected will be refunded their pre-registration fees.

Safety, commitment and responsibility

The Ariégeoise XXL is a demanding ultra-cycling event, which may expose participants to:

• Extreme or adverse weather conditions

• Both day and night

• In high and mid-mountain environments

By confirming their entry, each participant:

• Acknowledges having read and accepted the event rules

• Is aware of the inherent risks of ultra-distance cycling

• Understands that their safety depends on their ability to:

  • manage their effort,

  • control their pace and progression,

  • adapt to road and traffic conditions,

  • and react responsibly to unforeseen situations.