Bartje 200
📍 Drenthe, Netherlands
mtb
Date
20 June 2026
Distance
100km · 200km
Difficulty
gravelmtb
The Hills have Bikes
Amerongen, Netherlands · 8–15 August 2026
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
The Hills have Bikes is a grueling 1151km self-supported bikepacking race through the Netherlands and Germany, featuring 11330m of climbing. Approximately 60% of the route traverses challenging off-road terrain like gravel, sand, roots, and singletrack.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 1151km
- Elevation
- 11,330 m
- Surface
- gravel, singletrack, dirt, tarmac
- Typical W/kg
- 2.5–3.8
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is designed for experienced ultracycling and bikepacking enthusiasts who thrive on self-supported challenges across diverse and technical off-road landscapes.
Who will struggle
Riders new to multi-day, self-supported races, those with limited off-road experience, or individuals unprepared for significant elevation and varied terrain will find this event exceptionally difficult.
Training focus
Training should prioritize extensive endurance cycling, specific off-road technical skills, self-sufficiency in remote areas, navigation, and robust bike maintenance for multi-day efforts.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
What type of terrain and surfaces will riders encounter?+
Approximately 60% of the 1151-kilometer route is off-road, consisting of gravel, sand, rocks, roots, and single trails, with the remainder likely on paved surfaces for connecting sections.
What does the self-supported nature of the race entail?+
Riders must complete the entire course under their own power without any external private support or drafting (except for team members), and they are required to carry a provided GPS tracking device.
Are there different categories for participation?+
Yes, the event offers two distinct categories: a Solo category for individual riders and a Team category for pairs.
What is the cost to enter and what does the fee cover?+
The registration fee is 139 Euro, which provides riders with the GPX route file, a tracking device for the event duration, an event cap, a welcome at the finish line, and publishing of individual times.
What is the refund policy for registration?+
The event strictly enforces a no-refund and no-transfer policy, meaning registrations cannot be refunded or transferred to another person or future date.