The GravelMan Series Paris Est begins in Paris, directing riders east into Île-de-France and the more peaceful countryside beyond. This is a self-supported cycling challenge held in January, offering gravel and road routes of approximately 60, 120, 200, 350, and 500 kilometers. The core concept is that you select your distance, receive the route, and manage the day independently: food, repairs, navigation, and pacing are your responsibility, without any support vehicles following.
The route incorporates forest tracks, stony paths, farm lanes, minor paved roads, villages, wide plains, and isolated sections where the city rapidly recedes. It is suitable for gravel riders, road cyclists, ultra-endurance cyclists, bikepacking enthusiasts, and newer riders seeking a demanding day without the structure of a typical road race. Paris Est is identified by the organizers as the origin area for the event, and the GravelMan format emphasizes original maps, extended distances, and the mental fortitude required to reach the finish.