Eislek Gravel Luxembourg
📍 Vianden, Luxembourg
gravel
Date
21 June 2026
Distance
73.2km · 109.8km
Elevation
2,670 m
Difficulty
gravel
Tartu Rattamaraton
Otepää-Elva, Estonia · 19 September 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
This UCI Gravel World Series event in southern Estonia offers 86km and 126km distances over a fast-rolling course with approximately 1500m of elevation gain on the longer route. Riders will navigate challenging ascents and continuous short ups and downs across 93% off-road surfaces, including gravel, dirt, and grass sections.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 21km · 40km · 86km · 126km
- Elevation
- 1,500 m
- Surface
- gravel, dirt, tarmac
- Typical W/kg
- 3–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
This race is ideal for experienced gravel cyclists seeking to test their strength on a UCI World Series course, enjoy a festival atmosphere, and potentially qualify for the Gravel World Championships, or for those who appreciate scenic, rolling off-road terrain.
Who will struggle
Riders new to gravel racing, those unprepared for continuous short climbs and descents, or individuals with limited off-road riding experience on mixed surfaces will likely find the longer distances challenging.
Training focus
Training should prioritize sustained power output for rolling terrain, strength for short, challenging ascents, and technical skills for navigating diverse off-road surfaces including gravel, dirt, and grass.
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FAQs
What distances are available for the Tartu Rattamaraton?+
The event offers 21 km, 40 km, 86 km, and 126 km distances, with the 126 km route typically being the UCI Gravel World Series qualifying distance.
What type of terrain and surface can I expect?+
The course features scenic rolling landscapes with continuous short ups and downs and challenging ascents. It is 93% off-road, consisting of gravel roads, dirt roads, and grass sections, with only a small part on paved roads in the first half.
Is the Tartu Rattamaraton a qualifier for the UCI Gravel World Championships?+
Yes, the Tartu Bike Marathon is the first UCI Gravel World Series event in Estonia, and the 126 km distance serves as a qualifying race for the UCI Gravel World Championships. Shorter distances (21, 40, 86 km) are not qualifying.
Where does the race start and finish?+
The race starts in Otepää and finishes in Elva.
What is the total elevation gain for the longest course?+
The 126 km course has around 1500 meters of elevation gain.
How accessible is the race location?+
The race is easy to reach, with nearby airports in Tartu, Tallinn, and Riga. Shuttle buses are available on race day to connect key locations like the start, finish, and expo.
