OUTDOOR CYCLING FESTIVAL
The bike festival in Mandelieu at the finish of the RACE ACROSS FRANCE
THE TEST FESTIVAL DURING THE
RACE ACROSS FRANCE
The Festival VĂ©lo de Mandelieu, during the Race Across France!
A 100% bike festival, focused on free product testing open to all, meetings between brands, riders and retailers, and a friendly, inspiring experience combining testing, entertainment and festivities. The aim is to offer a complete and qualitative testing experience, in ideal conditions, free of charge for riders, and to propose qualitative experiences in partnership with the brands (mechanical and maintenance workshops, social rides, meetings with riders...).
The Festival will take place at the Parc des Expositions in Mandelieu, during the 3-day arrival of RACE ACROSS FRANCE.
A full-scale test at the heart of an active cycling community
1,300 participants in the Race Across France (2024 edition) A local community of over 30,000 cyclists in the PACA region Road (Col de Tanneron), gravel / MTB XC (Estérel Massif) and MTB DH (Red Bull Campo track) courses in the Mandelieu area The test village will host brands of bikes, accessories (helmets, goggles, protection), textiles and nutrition.
A test â advice â purchase ecosystem
The OCF is built around direct links with partner retailers, to create a truly comprehensive shopping experience. Testers will be able to discover new products, talk to the brands, and then find the models they've tried in their local stores. A virtuous circle that combines visibility, conversion and local presence.
An exceptional setting
Mandelieu-la-Napoule - June 26, 27 and 28, 2026
For brands, the OCF represents a unique opportunity to showcase their ranges in real-life conditions, in front of a targeted and passionate audience, while benefiting from high-engagement media and digital exposure.
Between sea and mountains, Mandelieu-la-Napoule offers a unique testing ground: panoramic roads, renowned gravel and mountain bike trails, Mediterranean climate. A perfect environment for testing, riding, sharing and experiencing cycling differently.
BECOME AN EXHIBITOR - AND MEET OVER 1,300 ENTHUSIASTS AND THEIR FAMILIES
For three days, you'll have the opportunity to meet over 1,300 passionate cyclists who will cross the finish line of the Race Across France.
Alongside them will be their families and friends, and a whole community of committed cyclists - a warm, curious public fully connected to the world of ultra-distance cycling.
As an exhibitor, you'll be in direct contact with the beating heart of ultra-cycling: motivated athletes, enthusiasts looking for advice, and enthusiasts looking for reliable equipment solutions for their future challenges.
A unique opportunity to showcase your products, boost your visibility and make authentic connections with an audience that lives and breathes cycling.
