Turnhout Gravel
📍 Turnhout, Belgium
gravelBeginner friendly
Date
22 March 2026
Distance
72km · 144km
Elevation
100 m
Difficulty
gravel
Gravel Weekend
Tukums, Latvia · 08 August 2026
Difficulty: 3/5 — Hard
A 75-140 km UCI Gravel World Series event in Latvia featuring continuously rolling terrain with short, punchy climbs, primarily on hard-packed gravel, interspersed with sections of tarmac, farm roads, and some technical sandy or loose patches.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 75km · 140km
- Elevation
- 1,364 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac, singletrack, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3–4.2
Rider fit
Who it's for
This race is ideal for competitive gravel cyclists seeking a fast, challenging course within a UCI World Series context, who also enjoy a festival atmosphere and scenic routes through culturally rich landscapes.
Who will struggle
Cyclists expecting a completely flat or easy ride will struggle with the constant rolling terrain and short, intense climbs, as will those unprepared for occasional technical sections involving loose gravel or sand.
Training focus
Focus on developing sustained power for rolling terrain, short burst efforts for punchy climbs, and honing bike handling skills for fast sections and varying surfaces including occasional loose gravel.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
What are the available race distances?+
The Gravel Weekend offers two main distances for participants: 75 km and 140 km.
What is the course terrain like?+
The course features predominantly rolling terrain with continuous short climbs, despite Latvia being generally flat. Surfaces vary, including hard-packed gravel, narrow forest roads, wider gravel roads, farm roads, and some old tarmac sections (approx. 12km on the long course). There are also two short single-track sections and occasional sandy or loose gravel parts.
How difficult is the Gravel Weekend course?+
The course is continuously rolling with short climbs that last two to three minutes, making it more challenging than a flat ride. It includes fast sections, but also some slower parts with short sandy forest roads and loose gravel, plus two short single-track sections.
How can I get to Tukums, Latvia?+
Tukums is a 60km drive from Riga. You can drive, or take a train from Riga, which takes just over an hour. If flying into Riga Airport, you can rent a car for less than an hour's drive to Tukums, or take a bus to Riga city center and then a train.
Where can I find accommodation in Tukums?+
For accommodation in Tukums, you can check Booking.com or Airbnb, or contact the organizers for assistance. Another good option could be a hotel in Jurmala, followed by a train ride to Tukums.
Is this event part of a larger series?+
Yes, the Gravel Weekend is an event on the Gravelking UCI Gravel World Series calendar.
