Europe's premier gravel circuit. From Girona to Kenya to Iceland, the alternative to Life Time's American hegemony.
700km crossing the Alps from Italy to France on legendary military roads. Where bikepacking pilgrimage meets high-altitu
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Torino Nice Rally scores 1 points higher overall (87 vs 86), but the right choice depends on what you value most.
"Europe's premier gravel circuit—global adventure racing from Girona to Kenya to Iceland, built on passion over profit."
"The quintessential European bikepacking pilgrimage - 700km crossing the Alps on legendary military roads for 25 EUR."
Torino Nice Rally rates as the more demanding race based on our composite difficulty score (averaging length, technicality, elevation, climate, and altitude ratings). If you're looking for the bigger challenge, go with Torino Nice Rally. If you want a more accessible race, Gravel Earth Series is the better pick.
Torino Nice Rally scores 87/100 compared to 86/100 in our 15-dimension Gravel God Rating. The overall score reflects course profile, prestige, race quality, community, and value.
Gravel Earth Series is generally more accessible for first-time gravel racers, factoring in distance, technicality, and logistical ease. Check each race's full profile for distance options and beginner-specific advice.
Gravel Earth Series takes place in February and Torino Nice Rally in September. If your calendar allows, you could race both in the same season.
Gravel Earth Series is held in Global (HQ: Girona, Spain). Torino Nice Rally is held in Turin, Italy to Nice, France. Consider travel logistics, especially if you're flying in — check our full race profiles for airport and lodging details.
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