Hegau Gravel Festival
📍 Singen, Germany
gravel
Date
05 July 2026
Distance
104km · 52km
Elevation
2,134 m
Difficulty
gravel
Niederrhein Gravel RACE
Niederrhein, Germany · 6 December 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
A challenging 45km gravel race with 600m of elevation, featuring a three-lap circuit through Germany's Reichswald. Riders will navigate technically demanding trail sections, fast forest roads, and undulating gravel paths.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 45km
- Elevation
- 600 m
- Surface
- gravel, singletrack, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is suited for experienced gravel cyclists who enjoy technical challenges and a raw, honest race experience away from asphalt.
Who will struggle
Riders new to gravel or those lacking strong bike handling skills on trails and technical sections will find this course particularly difficult.
Training focus
Focus on developing technical off-road bike handling, short power bursts for punchy climbs, and sustained gravel endurance.
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FAQs
What is the course layout for the race?+
The race consists of a 45-kilometer distance completed over three laps of a 15km gravel circuit.
What kind of terrain and surfaces can riders expect?+
Riders will encounter "raw" Reichswald gravel, fast forest roads, undulating gravel sections, and technically demanding trail passages, with no asphalt.
Is the race course entirely closed to traffic?+
Yes, the entire race course is completely closed off to traffic for the duration of the event.
What is the total elevation gain for the 45km race?+
The total elevation gain is approximately 600 meters, with each 15km lap featuring about 200 meters of climbing.
Where specifically does the Niederrhein Gravel Race take place?+
The race is held in the Reichswald forest near Kranenburg-Frasselt, located in the Niederrhein region of Germany.