The roads of the Livrad region are a godsend for cyclists. Between hills and valleys, woods and rivers, the landscapes reveal themselves. Here and there, panoramas of forest and pasture open up: nature in all its glory. A godsend for walking families. And a fantastic playground for enthusiasts of all levels. Cycling begins, of course, with friends and bikes. They all share a desire to climb passes, milestones and landscapes. In short, they want a feast for the calves and the eyes. The first edition of their adventure looks like a feast for the little queen. The program is copious: Col du Béal, des Pradeaux, des Supeyres… eight in all, spread over 200 kilometers of asphalt. Sweat and cramps. But there were also moments of happiness, riding with friends. It’s 1988, nearAmbert. Cyclo was born, and born well.
July 3 to 7, 2024Cyclo-Cyfac: cols et copains
In the beginning,was cycling, but above all friends
TEASER 2023
Cyclingever higher
Les Copains-Cyfac now has 105 members, including 80 licensed cyclists. Backed by a large, solid base of volunteers, the association’s aim, in addition to organizing La Cyclo, is to offer cyclosportive and cycle-touringactivities to local enthusiasts. Its activities complement those of the Vélo Club Ambertois.
Every year, participants discover new routes designed by the organizing team to criss-cross the roads of the Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Park. A climb up the Puy-de-Dôme with its 4 km 12% gradient, a 35 km ascent of the Montravel site, a series of climbs over the Chansert and Béalpasses… There are surprises every year.
Its effectiveness allows it to push its limits a little further. It’s time to seek out the new, the unprecedented, and blend it with the expected, the classic. Fortunately, the Livradois-Forez region offers so many variations. But La Cyclo doesn’t shy away from escapades beyond the Limagne, to the delight of purists.
The tests Cyclo Les Copains
ULTR'ARVERNE
- July 3 to 7, 2024
- Start: Thursday, July 4, 7:00 am, esplanade Robert-Lacroix, Ambert
- Duration: 82 hours to complete the entire route
- Total distance: 778 or 573 km
- Altitude gain: 14,500 or 11,000 m
The classic Les Copains
- Sunday, July 7, 2024
You have the choice between several routes, which will be made on the way on the day:
- 156 km
- 133 km
- 115 km
- 90 km
- 67 km
Start at 8:00 am, Boulevard Henri IV, Ambert
Ascent +: between 840 and 3,210 m
The Béal classic
- The rando - Saturday, July 6, 2024
- Start at 9:00 am, esplanade Robert-Lacroix, Ambert
- Distance: 61 km
- Ascent +: 1,240 m
- The timed climb - Saturday, July 6, 2024
- First start at 2pm, at the Vertolaye town hall, then departures at regular intervals (your departure time will be indicated on this website, according to your handlebar plate number).
- Distance: 13 km
- Ascent + : 860 m
Les itinérantes
- Objectif Puy-de-Dôme - July 5 to 7, 2024
3-stage touring event
Stage 1: AMBERT – CIRCUIT DE CHARADE
- Departure from Ambert (esplanade Robert-Lacroix), Friday, July 5, between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m.
- 127.2 km
- D+ 2230 m
Stage 2: PÉAGE DU PUY DE DÔME – BANNE D’ORDANCHE
- Departure from your accommodation
- 102.6 km
- D+ 2450 m
Stage 3: MONT DORE – AMBERT
- Departure from your accommodation, recommended between 7:00 and 7:30 a.m.
- 133.1 km
- D+ 2200 M
Total distance: 363 km
Ascent +: 6,855 m - Objectif Livardois-Forez - July 6 to 7, 2024
2-stage itinerant event
Stage 1:
- Departure from Ambert (esplanade Robert-Lacroix) Saturday July 6 at 9:00 am.
Stage 2:
- Departure from your accommodation
Total distance: 235 Km
Ascent: 4,110 m
Accommodation and restaurants in Ambert
To make the most of this exceptional weekend, find accommodation and restaurants around the town of Ambert.