Hegau Gravel Festival
📍 Singen, Germany
gravel
Date
05 July 2026
Distance
104km · 52km
Elevation
2,134 m
Difficulty
gravelmtbbeginner friendly
Rennsteig Gravel 2026
Thüringer Wald, Germany · 11–13 September 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
The Rennsteig Gravel 2026 offers challenging gravel and MTB races across varying distances in the Thuringian Forest, featuring significant climbing and technical sections. With its start and finish in Oberhof, it promises an unforgettable off-road experience typical of a low mountain range.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 120 km · 96 km · 72 km · 48 km
- Elevation
- 1,900 m
- Surface
- gravel, dirt, singletrack
- Typical W/kg
- 3–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is for enthusiastic gravel, mountain bike, and e-bike riders seeking a competitive challenge or a social ride through scenic, undulating terrain.
Who will struggle
Riders without adequate training for sustained climbing, technical off-road sections, or those underestimating the demanding nature of a typical low mountain range gravel race will find it tough.
Training focus
Training should focus on endurance for long distances, climbing strength for varied ascents, and technical bike handling skills for forest roads and challenging passages.
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FAQs
What are the available race categories and their respective distances?+
The race offers PRO (Men: 120km/1900hm, Women: 96km/1520hm), AGEGROUP (Men up to 39, Masters 2, Masters 3: 96km/1520hm; Masters 4: 72km/1140hm; Women up to 39: 96km/1520hm; Women from 39: 72km/1140hm), and an OPEN category (48km/760hm).
What kind of terrain will the course cover?+
The course features varied gravel sections, fast forest roads, and short technical passages, characteristic of a low mountain range with significant elevation changes, including an initial climb on the Birxsteig.
Is there a non-competitive option available?+
Yes, there is a Social Ride with no competitive character, benefiting a children's aid organization in Thuringia. It's open to E-Bikes, Gravel, Trekking, or Mountainbikes.
Where can I find detailed event information and route files?+
Participants can download a technical guide (Techn. Leitfaden) as a PDF and the GPX track file for the route.
What are the registration fees for the races?+
Registration fees vary by date: 40€ (until Aug 15), 45€ (Aug 16 - Sep 4), and 55€ (from Sep 5) for competitive categories, and 30€/35€/45€ for the OPEN category. A minimum donation of 20€ is required for the Social Ride.