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 non-competitive 3-day bikepacking adventure around Lake Constance covering approximately 350 km and 4,500 metres of elevation on mostly unpaved paths.
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
This event is ideal for adventure-seeking cyclists and bikepacking enthusiasts who value community, campfires, and shared group riding over racing.
Who will struggle
Riders lacking basic endurance fitness or those uncomfortable with unpaved surfaces and bike-handling over long distances will find the daily mileage challenging.
Training focus
Build endurance with consecutive long days in the saddle and practice riding on unpaved gravel paths while loaded with gear.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
Is Backyard Gravel Bodensee a race?+
No, it is a non-competitive self-supported bikepacking event focused on community, exploration, and riding at your own pace.
What are the distance and route options?+
Participants can choose a 3-day route of approximately 350 km with 4,500 hm or a 2-day route of approximately 240 km with 2,700 hm.
How is luggage handled during the ride?+
You can hand over your tent and excess luggage to the support vehicle in the morning, and it will be transported to the daily campsites and final destination.
Where do participants sleep?+
Participants stay overnight in tents at designated campsites with basic infrastructure, such as the ski hut in Emmingen on Friday night.
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