La Grimpée Villefranchoise begins at Salle Europe in Villefranche-d'Allier, a village in the Allier department of central France. This October event, organized by Club Cyclos Villefranche d'Allier, offers a practical local format with multiple disciplines: VTT mountain biking, cyclo-cross, cyclotourist randonnée, multisport, walking, and general bike categories.
The walking routes are 7 km and 13 km. Other distances mentioned include 23 km, accommodating those seeking a short outing as well as participants wanting a longer route. Starts are staggered throughout the morning. Previous VTT events featured flexible departure times from Salle Europe, aligning with the randonnée format. The entry fee is modest, with adult prices typically between 5 and 7 euros. Recent editions have introduced new VTT routes.