France • One-day Classic
A breathless rollercoaster through the windswept heart of the Drôme, where short, vicious 'murs' act as a guillotine for the tired and a springboard for the bold. It is a tactical chess match played at breakneck speed, where the scent of early-season ambition meets the brutal reality of the French pre-Alps.
| Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
Characterized by a relentless succession of short, punchy climbs (murs), technical descents, and high exposure to the Mistral winds on the plateaus above the Rhône valley.
The inaugural edition was scheduled but ultimately cancelled due to heavy snowfall, delaying the race's debut.
Romain Bardet wins the first contested edition, signaling the race's importance for elite climbers and puncheurs.
The race is officially elevated to the UCI ProSeries status, attracting a world-class international field.
Anthony Perez executes a legendary 40km solo raid through the Mistral winds to claim one of the race's most iconic victories.