Eislek Gravel Luxembourg
📍 Vianden, Luxembourg
gravel
Date
21 June 2026
Distance
73.2km · 109.8km
Elevation
2,670 m
Difficulty
gravel
Gravel Grit ’n Grind
Halmstad, Sweden · 15-16 August 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
A challenging gravel race in Halmstad, Sweden, featuring a mix of farmlands, hills, steep climbs, and technical forest tracks with rocky descents. The primary event on Saturday offers 90km and 150km distances, serving as a UCI Gravel World Series qualifier.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 90km · 150km
- Surface
- gravel, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3.2–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
This race is ideal for experienced gravel riders seeking a demanding course and those aiming to qualify for the UCI Gravel World Series in their respective age groups.
Who will struggle
Riders new to gravel or those unprepared for significant climbing, technical terrain, and potentially rocky descents will find this event particularly challenging.
Training focus
Focus on sustained climbing power, technical bike handling for forest tracks and descents, and endurance for long gravel sections.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
When is the Gravel Grit ’n Grind race held?+
The main UCI qualifying event for Gravel Grit ’n Grind is held on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Is this event a UCI Gravel World Series qualifier?+
Yes, only the event on Saturday, August 15, 2026, counts as an official qualifier event for the UCI Gravel World Series.
What are the available distances for the qualifier?+
The Saturday UCI qualifier event offers 150 km and 90 km distances.
Which distances qualify for specific age groups?+
The 90 km course is the qualifier distance for men 60+ and women 50+, while the 150 km course qualifies younger age groups.
What kind of terrain can riders expect?+
The course features farmlands, hills with real gravel backcountry, an incredibly steep short climb, challenging forest dual tracks, twisting roads, and rocky descents.
Is Gravel Grit 'n Grind a single-day or stage race?+
It is a two-day stage race, but only the Saturday event is a UCI Gravel World Series qualifier.
