Ground of Gravel Ride
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Ground of Gravel Ride - Individual
Join the Ground of Gravel Ride on Sunday, October 12th, along the beautiful gravel roads of South Limburg. A large portion of the course is part of the 2025 Bolero UCI Gravel World Championships, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday.
After the women’s race here on Saturday and the men’s race for the rainbow jersey on Sunday afternoon, you’ll have the chance to explore the beautiful course. After your ride, you’ll be cheering enthusiastically on your favorite riders! We start and finish in Oirsbeek at VV Alfa Sport. The route is almost 60 km of pure enjoyment through the South Limburg countryside.
The tour costs €30. Are you participating with at least 4 people? Then register as a group. Would you like to enjoy an appetizer platter and two drinks each with your group afterward? Then register as a group with a team package!
Finish line reached? Time to celebrate!
All participants will receive a well-deserved medal after the race. This way, you can show off at home that you successfully completed the course before the men’s elite even started. You rode on (part of) the same course as the pros at the World Gravel Championships—a unique experience you won’t soon forget!
Included in your registration
- Handlebar plate with your name (if registered before September 1)
- Unique medal
- Marked route + GPX file for your bike computer
- Sports nutrition from Official Nutrition supplier 226ERS for optimal energy
- Use of showers and changing rooms at VV Alfa Sport
- Good parking facilities near the event site
- Technical assistance and repair service by experienced mechanics
- Unexpected issue along the way? A team will be there. Can't go any further? We'll bring you and your bike back to the start.
- Enjoy the festive finish party. A complete day of cycling!
- Food and drink facilities at the finish party
- Free supervised bike parking at the finish party
Program
- 07:15 – 08:45 hr: Pick up frame plates
- 07:45 – 8:00 hr: Startwave 1
- 8:00 – 8:15 hr: Startwave 2
- 8:15 – 8:30 hr: Startvave 3
- 8:30 – 8:45 hr: Startwave 4
- 8:45 – 9:00 hr: Startwave 5
- 13:00 hr: Finish closes
Location
VV Alfa Sports
Oirsbekerweg 90
6438 HC Oirsbeek
Cycle for a healthy heart!
Make your participation in the Ground of Gravel Ride even more meaningful and take action for the Dutch Hartstichting.
A healthy heart for everyone, now and in the future.
The Hartstichting is committed to preventing cardiovascular disease and enabling people to live longer, healthier lives.
Easily create a campaign page, get sponsored and support research in South Limburg into earlier detection and treatment of heart disease. Together we ensure a heart-healthier Netherlands!
Ground of Gravel Ride - Team package
Want to cycle the Ground of Gravel Ride with your business partners or colleagues? Then sign up for the Ground of Gravel Ride team package on Sunday, October 12th, along the beautiful gravel roads of South Limburg!
Registration is open for groups of 4 or more. A large portion of the course is part of the 2025 Bolero UCI Gravel World Championships, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday. After the women’s race on Saturday and the men’s race for the rainbow jersey on Sunday afternoon, you’ll have the chance to explore the beautiful course. After your ride, you’ll be cheering enthusiastically on your favorite riders! We start and finish in Oirsbeek at VV Alfa Sport. The route is nearly 60 km of pure enjoyment through the South Limburg countryside.
In the morning, you’ll be welcomed with coffee and tea. After the ride, your group will be treated to a shared snack platter and two drinks per person during the finish party.
The team package is ideal for companies looking to offer a special experience or for groups of colleagues or friends who want to enjoy a fully organized and fun day out.
Included in your registration
- Coffee and tea before the start
- An appetizer platter and two drinks per person
- Handlebar plate with your name (if registered before September 1)
- Unique medal
- Marked route + GPX file for your bike computer
- Sports nutrition from Official Nutrition supplier 226ERS for optimal energy
- Use of showers and changing rooms at VV Alfa Sport
- Good parking facilities near the event site
- Technical assistance and repair service by experienced mechanics
- Unexpected issue along the way? A team will be there. Can't go any further? We'll bring you and your bike back to the start.
- Enjoy the festive finish party. A complete day of cycling!
- Food and drink facilities at the finish party
- Free supervised bike parking at the finish party
Program
- 07:15 – 08:45 hr: Pick up frame plates
- 07:45 – 8:00 hr: Startwave 1
- 8:00 – 8:15 hr: Startwave 2
- 8:15 – 8:30 hr: Startvave 3
-
8:30 – 8:45 hr: Startwave 4
8:45 – 9:00 hr: Startwave 5 -
13:00 hr: Finish closes
Location
VV Alfa Sports
Oirsbekerweg 90
6438 HC Oirsbeek
Cycle for a healthy heart!
Make your participation in the Ground of Gravel Ride even more meaningful and take action for the Dutch Hartstichting.
A healthy heart for everyone, now and in the future.
The Hartstichting is committed to preventing cardiovascular disease and enabling people to live longer, healthier lives.
Easily create a campaign page, get sponsored and support research in South Limburg into earlier detection and treatment of heart disease. Together we ensure a heart-healthier Netherlands!
Ground of Gravel Ride - What is a tour ride?
A tour ride? Let us explain.
Here’s what to expect: a well-organized day, a scenic route, and great atmosphere.
You have a bike, even a gravelbike or a mountainbike, and you regularly ride your training laps, alone or with your cycling buddies. After all those training kilometers, now’s the time to participate in a tour. And what better place to do that than the Ground of Gravel Ride during the 2025 Bolero UCI Gravel World Championships.
Enjoy the ride
A tour ride is a pre-marked route that you ride with other participants on a specific date and time. These rides are not races, so no timing – just enjoyment. Ride nearly 60 km through the most beautiful (gravel) roads in South Limburg.
You won’t get lost: our course team marks the route clearly with bright arrows starting a week in advance. You’ll also receive a GPX file to load into your navigation system. All riders must obey standard traffic rules, but at dangerous intersections, we’ll have traffic marshals to help you cross safely.
Fully supported
Before the start, you will receive a handlebar sign from us to attach to your handlebars, so that you are clearly recognizable as a participant during the tour.
What to bring? Your bike, of course! A helmet is mandatory, and we recommend bringing a water bottle and checking the weather to dress accordingly. We’ve got the rest covered. At the start, you can inflate your tires and get a bike check. Mechanical issue on the road? Call our support number. If needed, we’ll bring you and your bike back to the event area.
Good vibes guaranteed
You’ll find several refreshment stations along the way. What a great atmosphere! Time to dismount, park your bike, and grab something to eat and drink. We’ll provide fruit, cookies, candy, and energy bars and gels from Official Nutrition Partner 226ERS. Of course, you can fill your water bottle with water or isotonic sports drink here. A great energy boost to continue your ride.
Going home empty-handed after the finish? No way! All participants will receive a well-deserved medal at the end, so you can show off at home that you successfully completed the course just before the elite men took to the track. After the effort, it’s time to relax after the finish. At the finish party, you can chat with your cycling friends while enjoying snacks and drinks and, of course, watch the battle for the rainbow jersey live!
Ground of Gravel Ride - Practical info
Join the Ground of Gravel Ride on Sunday, October 12th, along the beautiful gravel roads of South Limburg. A large portion of the course is part of the 2025 Bolero UCI Gravel World Championships, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday.
On the weekend when the absolute elite of the gravel peloton battle for the rainbow jersey, you’ll have the chance to explore the beautiful course. After your ride, you’ll enthusiastically cheer on your favorite riders! We start and finish in Oirsbeek at VV Alfa Sport. The route is almost 60 km of pure enjoyment through the South Limburg landscape.
This page will be updated in the run-up to the event.
Program
- 07:15 – 08:45 hr: Pick up frame plates
- 07:45 – 8:00 hr: Startwave 1
- 8:00 – 8:15 hr: Startwave 2
- 8:15 – 8:30 hr: Startvave 3
- 8:30 – 8:45 hr: Startwave 4
-
8:45 – 9:00 hr: Startwave 5
12.30 hr: Course cleared - 13:00 hr: Finish closes
Due to the World Championship, it is not possible to start later than 9:00 a.m. Everyone must also have finished by 12:30 p.m. due to the course being cleared for the World Championship.
Important information
What is the course?
The route is 58km long. It is fully signed, and participants will receive a GPX file for their navigation system.
The route starts and finishes in Oirsbeek at VV Alfa Sport.
The route contains 510 meters of elevation gain.
The course will be announced at a later date.
How do I get to the event site?
The start and finish are at our course partner VV Alfa Sport in Oirsbeek. The address is Oirsbekerweg 90, 6438 HC Oirsbeek.
Parking
There is free parking near the event site.
Where can I park my bicycle?
There’s a locked bike shed at the event site after the finish. You’ll receive two numbered wristbands here: one for your bike and one for you. Your wristbands will be checked when you retrieve your bike.
Keep an eye on your bike at the start, along the way and at the aid stations or use a bike lock.
Are photos being taken?
The organizers will have photographers capturing the atmosphere along the way and at the cycling festival. After the ride, you can find the photos on our social media channels.
Participant Photography
Sportograf photographers will also be present along the way to take photos of the participants. You can view and order these photos afterward via Sportograf.com
Which bike can I participate with?
Ground of Gravel Ride is a tour on unpaved gravel roads. You can participate on a gravelbike or mountainbike.
Wearing a helmet is mandatory.
Can I download the GPX files of the course?
In the week leading up to the event, all registered participants will receive the latest information from us by email. This email will also include a link to the GPX files for the course.
What is the minimum age to participate?
The minimum age for participation is 16 years.
After the finish
After the event, we’d like to invite you to join us for the finish party. The party will feature stands from our partners, music, and a great atmosphere. Of course, you’ll also have the chance to watch the 2025 Bolero UCI Gravel World Championships. The perfect opportunity to experience the world championships!
What time can I start?
The start will take place in waves. You can choose which wave you want to start in when registering.
Can I transfer my entry?
- Log in to the dashboard with your reference number.
- Click on “Change my details”.
- Please adjust the required information for the person to whom you are transferring the entry ticket.
- Click “Save” to apply the changes.
All future emails will be sent to the newly specified person.
If you transfer your entry ticket after September 1st your name will still be visible on the frame plates, as these will already be printed.
Where can I pick up my frame plate?
Your frame plate will be ready for you at the event site on Sunday, October 12th. You’ll receive your collection receipt at the email address you provided the week before the event.
Are you participating with a group? Then the group leader will receive all the frame plates in one package. The group leader is responsible for distributing theframe plates to group members.
Is technical assistance available?
If you have problems with your bike or need assistance along the way, you can call the emergency number. This number is printed on the back of your frame plate. The organizers will then come to you as quickly as possible to help you. Please note: make sure your bike is in good condition when you arrive at the start line.
What is a tour ride?
The Ground of Gravel Ride is a recreational gravel ride. It’s not a competition, so there’s no timekeeping. This fully catered ride is open to all levels. There is one distance, ensuring a challenging course and distance for every participant.
Are there aid stations?
In collaboration with Official Nutrition Partner 226ERS, sports nutrition and drinks will be provided along the course. Fruit and bars will also be available at the aid station.
More information about the aid stations will be announced later.
