Mercan'Tour Madone Peille 2027

Mercan'Tour Madone Peille is a cyclosportive held in the hills behind Nice, within the Alpes-Maritimes department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It is designed for road cyclists seeking a day with significant climbing, rather than a leisurely ride, offering two primary route options: 83 km with approximately 2,000 m of elevation gain, or 118 km with approximately 2,750 m of elevation gain. The routes traverse the Nice backcountry, featuring winding ascents on roads frequented by professional cyclists during their training. Both distances include a passage over the Col de Braus, a notable pass in the region, meaning even the shorter route requires consistent effort and careful pacing. The event is described as a sea-and-mountain challenge, accurately reflecting the terrain: participants begin near the Mediterranean coast before ascending through the steep inland roads above the shoreline.