From the President


The Word of the Casartelli Office

At the General Assembly of 13/10/2018, President Georges MONTARIOL, who had invested very strongly during five years to promote the Casartelli, wished to withdraw from the Board of Directors and leave the presidency of the Free Wheel Association Casartelli.

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GRASA Michel, INNOCENT Robert and PAPY Daniel became co-presidents.

The Association has been very successful for the 2018 edition with more 900 riders. The growing awareness of this cycling sport, beyond our borders, requires us to constantly improve our performances. With our partners and communities, we are working hard to do that.


For the 23rd edition of the Casartelli, some innovations are planned while retaining the structure of the events.

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- La Casartelli: 127 kilometers and 3872 metres of altitude difference.
- The Discovery: 99 kilometers and 2387 metres of altitude difference.

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VAE (electric bike assistance)

During these 2 days of cycling festival, dedicated to the memory of Fabio CASARTELLI, the entire team of organizing volunteers will be at your service to ensure the best possible hospitality, the safety and well-being of each competitor and its accompaniers so that all spend an excellent stay and fully enjoy our beautiful Pyrenees and Ariège.

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Members of the new Bureau