The race

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Mont Ventoux is a climb that leaves no room for improvisation. From Bédoin, after 5 km of warm-up, the effort is immediate and constant, steady and without any real respite, up to the start of the ascent at the Saint-Estève bend.
The climb measures 15.7 km with 1,354 meters of elevation gain and an average gradient of 8.8%. The summit rises to 1,910 meters above sea level. Numbers that immediately set the tone.
From the very first kilometers, the gradient settles between 9 and 10%. The effort is immediate and offers very little relief. You quickly enter the Saint-Estève forest, where the steady incline forces you to find your rhythm early on.
Between the 5th and 10th kilometer, the gradients remain high, around 8.5 to 9.5%. The effort becomes continuous and mentally demanding. Passing Chalet Reynard (1,423 m) marks a change of scenery, but not an easing of the difficulty.
As you leave the forest, the landscape turns mineral and barren. Exposure to the wind is total, and the gradient rises again, reaching 9 to 9.5% in places. Every kilometer demands focus and commitment.
After the Col des Tempêtes (1,830 m), the summit is visible, but never easy to reach. The gradient does not ease, and conditions can be harsh. Here, Ventoux is conquered as much with the mind as with the legs.

The Col de Suzette, nestled in the Vaucluse, is a climb that is both accessible and enjoyable, ideal for cyclists looking for a steady challenge in the heart of a typical Provençal setting. Stretching 3.9 kilometres, this pass has an elevation gain of 273 metres and an average gradient of 6.4%, offering a gradual ascent without any extreme difficulty.  
As you climb, the landscape reveals the region’s full beauty, with vineyards, rolling hills and hilltop villages. The effort remains steady but manageable, making it a perfect climb for both amateurs and more experienced cyclists looking to build their endurance.
The summit, at an altitude of 404 metres, rewards your efforts with a peaceful atmosphere and panoramic views typical of the south of France.
The Col de Suzette is thus a wonderful introduction to the Vaucluse countryside, combining the pleasure of cycling with the discovery of an authentic environment.

The event will take place on roads closed to traffic and will therefore be timed. You will be able to check your result directly online via the dedicated tab on the website. You will also receive an SMS with your time after crossing the finish line.

TIME CUTS

Riders overtaken by the broom vehicle will be considered "out of the race" and will therefore be disqualified. They will not appear in the final results.
If you are among these riders, the organization will direct you to the nearest repatriation point. To fulfill our commitments to local authorities and ensure the safety of riders and staff, time cut barriers have been set along the course.

What is a cut-off time?
A cut-off time is the maximum time allowed to reach a specific kilometre point on the course, as communicated by the event organisers before the race.  For the 2026 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift stage, competitors have a maximum of 8 hours and 16 minutes to cross the finish line at the summit of Mont Ventoux.

Why are time limits in place?
The organizers must comply with external constraints (administrative permits, sunset time, weather changes, etc.) and internal constraints (safety of event staff along the race, etc.).

Therefore, to honor commitments made to authorities and local communities and to ensure the safety of riders and teams, the organizers set time limits.

• PK 65 – Beaumes-de-Venise – Time Cut-off: 12:14 p.m.
• PK 90 – Bédoin – Time Cut-off: 2:07 p.m.

What happens if you miss the time limit?
1. You will be picked up by the organization’s post-race shuttles and taken back to Malaucène, where the baggage check is located.
2. You must return on your own and at your own risk.

More questions? Check our FAQ.