The city of Épinal will host a major cycling event from May 1st to 3rd, 2026 at the Petit Champ de Mars site. This gathering will bring together over a hundred exhibitors and a complete range of bicycles, from urban models to electric bikes, cargo bikes, gravel bikes, and all-terrain bikes.
The expo will offer over 25,000 m² of exhibition space, with test rides on dedicated courses, demonstrations, activities, and meetings with industry professionals. Several thousand visitors are expected, as well as a day dedicated to schools and businesses to promote cycling to different audiences.
The event also includes opportunities to explore the area through themed bike rides and immersive urban and natural routes. Among the new features are a bikepacking itinerary with bivouac and an urban circuit inspired by international destinations.
Cycling tour in the Vosges massif
The highlight of the weekend will be a major cycling tour organized in the Vosges massif, with various routes tailored to participants’ skill levels. This event will involve a comprehensive hospitality and security setup, along with a finish line village offering food and entertainment.
Sponsored by the Épinal municipality and cycling stakeholders, the event is part of a national movement to promote sustainable mobility and sports tourism, in line with the evolving trends in travel methods and territorial promotion.
