WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
In this overview we have compiled the most important questions (Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ) about 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg 2026. When does the event take place? How much does it cost to take part? How can I register? These questions and many more are answered in the following list, which we will update regularly.
17-19 JULY 2026 IN WINTERBERG
When does 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg take place?
3RIDES Gravel Winterberg will take place from Friday, 17 July 2026 to Sunday, 19 July 2026.
How does the race weekend at 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg work?
3RIDES is introducing a new format for the Gravel Winterberg Edition in 2026: the Gravel Stage Race. The three stages will take place from Friday to Sunday. It is possible to book each individual day or take part in the entire stage race and compete for victory in the overall standings.
On the first stage, the participants cover 14 km and 300 m of altitude in a gravel time trial.
The distance of the stages on Saturday and Sunday depends on the age group of the participants.
The Stage 2 lap on Saturday covers 35 km and 850 m elevation gain. The 50w+ and 60m+ age groups ride two laps (70 km, 1,700 m elevation gain), while the elite age groups up to 49w and 59m complete three laps (105 km, 2,550 m elevation gain).
The Stage 3 lap on Sunday is 43 km long and has 1,000 m of climbing. The 50w+ and 60m+ age group will ride two laps (86 km, 2,000 m elevation gain), while the elite age group up to 49w and 59m will complete three laps (129 km, 3,000 m elevation gain). Stage 3 is also part of the UCI Gravel World Series and an official qualifying race for the Gravel World Championships and the Gravel European Championships.
RACE START TIMES:
| Friday, 17 July 2026 | Stage 1: Gravel Time Trial | 12:00 PM* |
| Saturday, 18 July 2026 | Stage 2: Gravel Race | 12:00 p.m.** |
| Sunday, 19 July 2026 | Stage 3: UCI Gravel Race | 12:00 p.m.** |
*Starts within age groups with 20-second intervals
**All participants start in waves according to the mass start principle
Start times may be subject to minor changes for organizational reasons.
In addition to the official Stage Race, Unsupported Gravel Rides with distances over 100, 150, and 200 km will also take place on Saturday and Sunday. More information about the rides can be found here.
What does the starting grid look like for the races at 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
STAGE 1: GRAVEL INDIVIDUAL TIME TRIAL
Friday, July 17, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
The Gravel Stage Race at 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg kicks off with the gravel time trial on Friday at 12:00 p.m.
You can view the list of start times for each participant here.
STAGE 2: GRAVEL RACE
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
| Start Time | Classification | Age group | Laps |
| 09:30 | Elite Men | 3 | |
| 09:35 | Master I Men | 19–39 Men | 3 |
| 09:39 | Master II Men | 40–59 Men | 3 |
| 09:42 | Master III Men | Men 60+ | 2 |
| 09:52 | Elite Women | 3 | |
| 09:54 | Master I, II Women | 19–39, 40–49 Women | 3 |
| 09:55 | Master III Women | 50+ Women | 2 |
Important: For clarity, the starting blocks will be labeled with the age groups. Competitors in the Master I (19–39 Women) and Master II Women (40–49 Women) categories should therefore proceed to the starting block labeled “19–49 Women.” The official results will still be determined independently according to the categories listed here.
STAGE 3: UCI RACE
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
| Start Time | Classification | Age group | Laps |
| 12:00 | Elite Men | 3 | |
| 12:05 | 19–34, 35–39 Men | 19–39 Men | 3 |
| 12:09 | 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59 Men | 40–49 Men | 3 |
| 12:12 | Men 60+ | Men 60+ | 2 |
| 12:22 | Elite Women | 3 | |
| 12:24 | 19–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49 Women | 19–49 Women | 3 |
| 12:25 | 50+ Women | 50+ Women | 2 |
Important: For clarity, the starting blocks will be labeled with the age groups. For example, female runners in the 19–34w, 35–39w, 40–44w, and 45–49w age groups will be assigned to the starting block labeled “19–49 Women.” The official results will still be determined based on the age group classifications listed here.
What are the classifications for the 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg races?
Daily Standings
The daily standings are calculated based on the results of all participants in the respective stage.
Overall Standings
The overall standings are determined by adding up the times from the individual stages and taking any penalty times into account.
The participant with the shortest race time leads the overall standings or is declared the winner. In the event of a tie, the lower place number after three races determines the winner.
The overall standings are determined in the following categories:
- Elite Men / Elite Women
- Master I 19–39 Men / Master I 19–39 Women
- Master II 40–59 m / Master II 40–49 Women
- Master III 60+ Men / Master III 50+ Women
Special Classification
Campagnolo Age-Group Mountain Classification
• Saturday, July 18, 2027, Stage 2
• 1st lap: 32.8–33.7 km
• The fastest man and the fastest woman in all age groups will be ranked
• Prize: Campagnolo Record groupset / Fulcrum Carbon Gravel wheelset
• Requirement: Participants must reach the finish line of the race
Where can I download the GPX tracks for 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
You can download the GPX tracks for the 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg races from this overview page: .
How and where can I register?
Registration for 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg takes place online via the portal of our partner Datasport Germany.
How much does it cost to participate in 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
We are organizing the registration for 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg for 2026 in different phases. There will be no official discounts or special offers beyond this.
Exception: Juniors (born in 2008 and 2009) pay the entry price from phase 1 until the event.
Phase 1: 06 October 2025 to 30. November 2025
| 3RIDES Gravel Stage Race | 200,00 Euro |
| 3RIDES Stage 1: Gravel Time Trial | 50.00 Euros |
| 3RIDES Stage 2 | 100,00 Euro |
| 3RIDES Stage 3: UCI Race | 100,00 Euro |
| 3RIDES Gravel Rides | 55.00 Euros |
Phase 2: 01 December 2025 to 31 May 2025
| 3RIDES Gravel Stage Race | 240,00 Euro |
| 3RIDES Stage 1: Gravel Time Trial | 55.00 Euros |
| 3RIDES Stage 2 | 120.00 Euros |
| 3RIDES Stage 3: UCI Race | 120.00 Euros |
| 3RIDES Gravel Rides | 60,00 Euro |
Phase 3: 01 June 2026 to 12 July 2026
| 3RIDES Gravel Stage Race | 260,00 Euro |
| 3RIDES Stage 1: Gravel Time Trial | 60,00 Euro |
| 3RIDES Stage 2 | 130.00 Euros |
| 3RIDES Stage 3: UCI Race | 130.00 Euros |
| 3RIDES Gravel Rides | 65,00 Euro |
Late registrations: from 13.07.2026
| 3RIDES Gravel Stage Race | 295.00 euros |
| 3RIDES Stage 1: Gravel Time Trial | 95.00 Euros |
| 3RIDES Stage 2 | 165.00 euros |
| 3RIDES Stage 3: UCI Race | 165.00 euros |
| 3RIDES Gravel Rides | 100,00 Euro |
When will the race bibs be distributed?
| Rides | Race | Race | |
| Thursday, July 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | ||
| Friday, 17 July 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | |
| Saturday, 18 July 2026 | 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday, 19 July 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
17-19 JULY 2026 IN WINTERBERG
What do I get for my entry fee?
Every participant in the Races receives the Basic Starter Package:
- 3RIDES certificate for every finisher to download
- 3RIDES water bottle
- Bib number incl. transponder
- Signposted and secured race course
- Timekeeping
- Results service
- GPX track
- Aid stations on the course and at the finish
- Technical service at start/finish and on the course
- Catering package
- Medical service at start/finish and on the course
- Photo service by Sportograf
- Guarded bike parking
- Bike wash at the finish
+ Gravel Stage Race
- Overall ranking juniors, men, women, masters m/f
- Leading jersey overall Men, Women, each Master classification m/f
- Prize money overall ranking Top 3 Men, Women Overall
- Non-cash prizes from our partners for the top finishers
- 3RIDES Gravel Stage Race Finisher Shirt
+ UCI 3RIDES Gravel Race (Sunday: Stage 3)
- UCI medal for the top 25% in each UCI age category
- UCI Gravel World Series jersey for every winner in the age group
Gravel Rides:
- Bike wash at the finish
- 3RIDES Gravel Ride finisher shirt
- 3RIDES certificate for every finisher to download
- 3RIDES water bottle
- Bib number
- GPX track
- Catering on the course and at the finish
- Technical service at start/finish
- Photo service by Sportograf
- Guarded bike parking
What age groups are there in the Gravel Stage Race?
- Elite Men / Elite Women
- Master I 19–39 Men / Master I 19–39 Women
- Master II 40–59 m / Master II 40–49 Women
- Master III 60+ Men / Master III 50+ Women
What age groups are there in the UCI Gravel World Series race?
- Elite Men
- Elite Women
- 19-34 m/f
- 35-39 m/f
- 40-44 m/f
- 45-49 m/f
- 50+ men/60+ women
OUR NEW 3RIDES DESTINATION
What can I win at the 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
The following prize money is up for grabs at the 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg for the winners of the overall stage race classification (men / women):
OVERALL RANKING MEN / WOMEN OVERALL
- 1st place: 2,000 euros
- 2nd place: 1,500 euros
- 3rd place: 1,000 euros
NON-CASH PRIZES FROM OUR PARTNERS FOR THE TOP-PLACED
How can I qualify for the Gravel World Championships through 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
Stage 3 on Sunday, 19 July 2026, is part of the UCI Gravel World Series and an official qualifying race for the Gravel World Championships. The top 25% of finishers in each age group in the daily classification qualify for the Gravel World Championships.
How can I qualify for the Gravel European Championships through 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
Stage 3 of 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg is not only a qualifier for the Gravel World Championships in Nannup, Australia, but also a qualifying race for the European Gravel Championships on 30 August 2026 in Houffalize, Belgium.
The top 25% of finishers in each age group in the daily classification qualify for the European Gravel Championships.
More information on the newly announced qualification criteria can be found here.
Do I need a doctor's note to participate in 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
No, a medical certificate is not required for participation in the 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg rides and races. However, we recommend that you consult your family doctor or a sports doctor, and not just those who are taking part in a race for the first time. If you feel ill, feverish or otherwise ill on the race weekend, please clarify on your own responsibility whether it makes sense to start. Your health comes first in any case. Participants who qualify for the World Championships of the UCI Gravel World Series require a license to take part in the World Championships.
Is there a minimum age requirement for the 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg?
Participation in the Gravel Stage Race at 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg is open to all riders born in 2009 and older. However, due to UCI regulations, only riders born in 2007 and older have the chance to qualify for the Gravel World Championships. Younger participants can compete for victory in the junior classification, but cannot qualify for the World Championships.
Participation in the Gravel Rides is possible from the age of 18.
Welche Distanzen gibt es bei den Gravel Rides am Samstag?
- 100 km | 2,200 hm | 1 feeding zone
- 150 km | 3,600 hm | 2 feeding zones
- 200 km | 4,900 hm | 3 feeding zones
What are the start times for the gravel rides on Saturday?
- 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: 200 km
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: 150 km
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: 100 km
