Download the 2026 Pass’Portes du Soleil Gravel regulations . Once the organisers close the course at 6.00 pm, or if a participant leaves the course before the end of the event, he/she is considered to be outside the scope of the event. As a result, they are no longer under the responsibility of the organiser and ride under their own sole and entire responsibility.

Authorisation to Leave the Territory

Authorisation to leave the country (AST) , required to travel from France to Switzerland. Information and forms can be downloaded from: www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F1359, completed and placed in your child’s bag. From 15 January 2017, a minor child living in France who travels abroad alone or unaccompanied by one of their parents must be in possession of an authorisation to leave the country (AST). This is a form drawn up and signed by a parent (or legal guardian). The form must be accompanied by a photocopy of the signing parent’s identity document. CERFA form

Included in registration

A personal frame plate, in a different colour each day, which must be affixed to the participant’s bike. fasteners for the plate a hands-free card for use at the lift terminals a route road book that can be downloaded from the Pass’Portes website a lift pass valid for one day in the Portes du Soleil area, to be used in summer 2026 from the Monday after you take part, or in winter 2026-2027 a wristband that must be worn to access the refreshment points on the tour, participant insurance valid on the day of registration an exclusive “Pass’Portes” gift.

It is compulsory to wear a rigid helmet in good condition with the chin strap fastened and gloves suitable for mountain biking. Participants who fail to do so may not be allowed to take part in the ride. Protective gear (such as elbow pads, knee pads and back protectors) is strongly recommended by the organisers. Bikes recommended by the organisers: Gravel or cyclocross. The bike must comply with the current legislation of the French Cycling Federation and the Swiss Cycling Federation. Minimum tyre diameter 42 mm. It is advisable to carry a mobile phone, which will work on the route between France and Switzerland. Bring warm clothing and rain gear, as the weather in the mountains is very changeable. Your own cup for refreshment points.

Pass’Portes Gravel | Pass'Portes du Soleil Randonnées VTT, eVTT, gravel en Haute-Savoie

Dates

Saturday 27 June 2026

Departure times

Mass start at 9.00 am

Departures

Avoriaz (FR) Mountain Bike Show

Distance

68 km

Vertical rise

1600 D+ / 2150 m D-

Duration

Approximately 4 to 8 hours (note: time barrier)

Refreshments

3

Ski lifts

2

Rates

79 € + €3 registration fee

Practical info Pass'Portes Gravel

Times: group start at 9am
Meeting point: Avoriaz Mountain Bike Show
Pick-up point: Avoriaz Tourist Office
Pick-up date and time: Friday 26 June 2026
Please note: This is mountain gravel. The terrain can be demanding! We advise you to
fit suitable tyres: minimum 42 mm section.

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The Pass'Portes Gravel version

Discover the Portes du Soleil in a different way with the Pass’Portes du Soleil Gravel. For those who love tarmac, gravel and hills, we’re offering you an exclusive route. We’ll take you away from the bike parks to discover the beauty of our Portes du Soleil area, not forgetting the local refreshments, of course!

For its 4th edition, the gravel course will take place over 1 day: Saturday 27 June 2026, starting from the Avoriaz Mountain Bike Show. With 50% roads and 50% tracks, we’ll be taking you on an original loop between lakes and mountains. A ski lift on the route will give you the chance to rest while admiring the panorama.

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What you need to know before signing up

Regulations
Authorisation to Leave the Territory
Authorisation to leave the country (AST), required to travel from France to Switzerland.
Information and forms can be downloaded from: www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F1359, completed and placed in your child’s bag. From 15 January 2017, a minor child living in France who travels abroad alone or unaccompanied by one of their parents must be in possession of an authorisation to leave the country (AST). This is a form drawn up and signed by a parent (or legal guardian). The form must be accompanied by a photocopy of the signing parent’s identity document.
CERFA form

Included in registration
- A personal frame plate, in a different colour each day, which must be affixed to the participant’s bike.
- fasteners for the plate
- a hands-free card for use at the lift terminals
- a route road book that can be downloaded from the Pass’Portes website
- a lift pass valid for one day in the Portes du Soleil area, to be used in summer 2026 from the Monday after you take part, or in winter 2026-2027
- a wristband that must be worn to access the refreshment points on the tour, participant insurance valid on the day of registration
- an exclusive “Pass’Portes” gift.
Compulsory equipment
- It is compulsory to wear a rigid helmet in good condition with the chin strap fastened and gloves suitable for mountain biking. Participants who fail to do so may not be allowed to take part in the ride.
- Protective gear (such as elbow pads, knee pads and back protectors) is strongly recommended by the organisers.
- Bikes recommended by the organisers: Gravel or cyclocross. The bike must comply with the current legislation of the French Cycling Federation and the Swiss Cycling Federation. Minimum tyre diameter 42 mm.
- It is advisable to carry a mobile phone, which will work on the route between France and Switzerland.
- Bring warm clothing and rain gear, as the weather in the mountains is very changeable.
- Your own cup for refreshment points.