Bol d'or Vélo - 6 heures 2026

The Bol d'Or Vélo - 6 heures is a six-hour cycling race held at Circuit Paul Ricard in southern France. This event is part of the revived Bol d'Or Vélo program, which reintroduces the historic Bol d'Or name to cycling through a new format designed for amateur riders and cycling enthusiasts. The primary location is the 5.8 km Paul Ricard circuit, a venue more commonly known for motorsport than regular cycling. This setup provides participants with a closed-track endurance race, distinct from a typical road event. The broader program also features a 24-hour race, gravel and mountain bike variations of the six-hour race, a time trial, and a discovery ride. This variety ensures the weekend caters to competitive teams, intrigued beginners, and individuals interested in experiencing the format. The Bol d'Or name originated in cycling before its motorcycle counterpart, establishing a direct connection for this contemporary iteration to the event's original heritage.