The WDC Bike & Run – Défi Rose du Vaccarès returns for its fourth edition on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in the heart of Camargue along the Draille de Méjanes. This event is more than just a sports competition; it's an act of solidarity and engagement during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to support breast cancer awareness efforts. Participants can choose from three non-timed formats, suitable for all skill levels: 12 km, 17 km, or 25 km routes that wind through the authentic Camargue landscape. The terrain is almost flat, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and open spaces as runners and cyclists alternate between running on foot and cycling in pairs. The event fosters an atmosphere of camaraderie, sharing, and support among participants who come together to encourage movement, personal growth, and the courage to take on challenges at their own pace. Each participant will receive a bib during registration either Saturday evening from 5 PM to 6:30 PM or Sunday morning between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. The Défi Rose du Vaccarès invites everyone to experience an unforgettable day of sport and solidarity, immersed in the serene beauty of Camargue.
Races Offered
Format L - 25km
Oct 11, 2026
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Format M - 17km
Oct 11, 2026
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09:00
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Format S - 12km
Oct 11, 2026
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Format S - 12km
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09:00
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Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Arles.
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13.6° / 22.2°
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11.5° / 20.5°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 23m
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Avg rainfall
3.5 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
13.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
73.4%
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Sunrise
07:57
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Sunset
18:56
About Arles
Learn more about the host city, Arles.
Arles is a town in the Provence in the southeast of France. Remote, uneventful, but definitely no waste of time, Arles is absolutely steeped in Provençal culture, and features a collection of Roman archaeological sites. Arles is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
