The Wolf
📍 Dronninglund, Denmark
gravel
Date
05 September 2026
Distance
82km · 123km · 165km
Elevation
1,400 m
Difficulty
gravel
Drivvejen GRVL 2026
Blåvand, Denmark · 20 June 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
A gravel event where you complete, not just ride. unsupported with no service vehicles or outside help, only you, your bike, and what you carry. Choose between race or brevet formats across various distances.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 85 km · 175 km · 350 km · 500 km
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac
Rider fit
Who it's for
Gravel cyclists who want to test their self-sufficiency and push their limits on challenging terrain.
Who will struggle
Riders who rely on external support, are not prepared for self-sufficiency in terms of repairs and nutrition, or who prefer well-maintained roads.
Training focus
Building self-supported endurance, bike handling skills on varied gravel surfaces, and mental fortitude.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
What are the different race formats?+
Drivvejen offers two formats: 'Ræs' (Race) for traditional timed gravel racing on 175, 350, and 500 km distances, and 'Brevét' (Brevet) for a more experiential ride with checkpoints, focusing on the journey rather than time, available on all distances.
What are the available distances?+
Distances include 85 km (Brevet only), 175 km (Race or Brevet), 350 km (Race or Brevet), and 500 km (Race or Brevet).
Is there support available during the race?+
No, all distances are unsupported. Riders must be self-sufficient for nutrition, repairs, and all other needs during the event.
What is the pricing structure?+
The base price for all distances is 275 DKK until March 20, 2026. From March 21, 2026, the price increases to 325 DKK. A handling fee of 16 DKK plus 0.8% per participant applies.
What are the start times for different distances?+
For the 350 km and 500 km distances, there's an early start at sunrise (04:41, Brevet only) or a later start at 06:00 (Race/Fast + Brevet). The 175 km starts at 09:00 (Race/Fast + Brevet), and the 85 km starts at 09:30 (Brevet only).
What is the cut-off time for the event?+
The Base Camp opens at 04:00 on June 20th and closes at 15:00 on June 21st, giving participants 34 hours and 19 minutes to complete their chosen distance.