3RIDES Gravel Winterberg: Schedule

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.

Friday, 17 July 2026Stage 1: Gravel Time Trial12.00 p.m.*
Saturday, 18 July 2026Stage 2: Gravel Race12.00 p.m.**
Sunday, 19 July 2026Stage 3: UCI Gravel Race12.00 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.

A total of three routes of 100, 150 and 200 kilometers in length are available at 3RIDES Gravel Winterberg. The routes offer challenging passages, magnificent panoramic views, three quarters off-road and up to 4,900 meters in altitude.

The rides will take place on Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Saturday, 18 July 2026200 km | 4,900 hm07.00 - 08.00 a.m.
Saturday, 18 July 2026150 km | 3,600 hm08.00 - 09.00 a.m.
Saturday, 18 July 2026100 km | 2,200 hm09.00 - 10.00 a.m.