Sport, camaraderie, and solidarity will once again be the order of the day at the Ronde des Pâquerettes, organized by the Coubon cycling club. Throughout the weekend of June 20th and 21st, 2026, hiking and cycling enthusiasts can enjoy several routes suitable for all levels, whether on foot, road, or mountain bike in Coubon. All proceeds will be donated to the Philanthropic Association of Parents of Children with Leukemia or other cancers (APPEL).
Sports weekend on June 20th and 21st, 2026
Since 2024, the rides have been open to both men and women on both days. However, female participants are still given special attention on Saturday: a prize is drawn for each registered woman, and the cycling start is reserved for them 15 minutes before the men's. Participants can choose to register for one or both days , in the same discipline… or mix things up!
Upon arrival, each participant receives a complimentary drink to share a friendly moment after the effort. Refreshments are included in the registration fee, with one or two aid stations depending on the chosen distance.
On Saturday afternoon, cycling activities will be offered for families and children. Snack platters will also be available for purchase upon arrival on Saturday, by reservation. Finally, a picnic lunch will extend the day in a friendly atmosphere, with prior registration required.
Discover the routes
CYCLING routes
Saturday, June 20: "Between the Loire and Arzon"
Remote 1 : 100 km / elevation gain of 1473 m
Remote 2 : 56 km / elevation gain of 748 m
Departure at 8:30 for women; departure at 8:40 for men; last departure at 10:00.
Sunday, June 21: "Fin Gras du Mézenc"
Remote 1 : 100 km / elevation gain of 2088 m
Remote 2 : 64 km / elevation gain of 1109 m
Departure from 7:00 a.m.; last departure at 8:30 a.m.
Hiking
Two routes to choose from "Around Mont Jonnet": 8 km and 12 km (with views of the Loire Valley and the Meygal and Mézenc massifs).
Saturday : departures at 9am and 16pm.
Sunday : departure from 7:30am to 9am.
Mountain biking (Sundays only)
3 routes to choose from "Between the Loire and Gazeille" : 21 km (480 D+) – 35 km (1000 D+) – 46 km (1200 D+)
Departure of the long route from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Departure for the other routes from 7:30 am to 9:00 am at the latest.
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