velotari Jurapark GRAVEL ViBES
📍 Aargau, Switzerland
gravelBeginner friendly
Date
29 August 2026
Distance
60km · 40km
Elevation
1,300 m
Difficulty
gravelbeginner friendly
Backyard Gravel Bodensee
Bodensee, Switzerland · 8–10 May 2026
Difficulty: 3/5 — Hard
A 3-day non-competitive bikepacking adventure covering approximately 350 km and 4500 metres of elevation gain across mostly unpaved terrain around the Lake Constance region.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 350 km · 240 km
- Elevation
- 4,500 m
- Surface
- gravel, dirt, tarmac
- Typical W/kg
- 2.5–3.4
Rider fit
Who it's for
Adventurous cyclists of varying experience levels who enjoy group riding, self-supported bikepacking, and a strong community atmosphere.
Who will struggle
Riders lacking basic endurance fitness for consecutive long days in the saddle or those uncomfortable with unpaved road surfaces and bike handling.
Training focus
Building back-to-back multi-day endurance and comfort on loose unpaved surfaces.
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FAQs
Is Backyard Gravel Bodensee a race?+
No, it is a non-competitive bikepacking event focused on community, exploration, and riding at your own pace.
What are the distance and elevation options?+
Participants can choose the full 3-day route of approximately 350 km and 4500 hm, or a shorter 2-day option of about 240 km and 2700 hm.
How is luggage handled during the ride?+
You can drop off your tent and extra luggage in the support bus to be transported to the daily campsites and the final destination in St. Gallen.
Where do participants sleep?+
Overnight stays are in tents at designated campsites with basic infrastructure, including locations at the Skihütte Witthoh in Emmingen and Heimat Bärenweiler.
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