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Gravel Festival Bern

October 17 2026
Bern Switzerland
Date Confirmed
Registration Opening Date Unconfirmed
 
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Distances: 20, 50 km
Difficulty: Gently rolling terrain with one or two short hills
Limited to: 400 Participants

Gravel Festival Bern – The Birthplace of the Swiss Gravel Movement

Since 2018, the “Gravel Festival Bern” has been the go-to event for all gravel enthusiasts! As Switzerland’s oldest and largest gravel event, we’re celebrating our ninth edition for the first time at the urban and centrally located vonRoll campus of the PH/University of Bern.

Whether it’s a leisurely ride, an ambitious race, a group VCS Family Ride, or Kids Gravel—there’s something for everyone here. The tried-and-true route, with its stunning gravel paths, remains the heart of the event, but has been optimized in key areas to make the riding experience even more enjoyable.

More gravel, more festival, more expo: Over 30 exhibitors will showcase the latest bikes and accessories from around 40 brands—and of course, you can test them out! Plus, there’s exquisite cuisine at the numerous street food stands and a varied program of activities for all ages: a bouncy castle, an obstacle course, and more.

Feel the gravel passion! Join us on October 17, 2026, in Bern!

Gravel Festival Bern

 
Start Located At: Bern, Switzerland
 
 
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Saturday, 17th October 2026 (provisional)
Time Program
From 10:00 Distribution of race numbers Gravel Festival
From 10:00 Food, Drinks, Expo & Gravel Bike Test
From 11:00 Kids World
From 11:45 Distribution of race numbers VCS Family Ride
11:45 Start Gravel Race, 50km – only Women with licence
12:00 Start Gravel Race, 50km – Men with licence & all age groups
12:15 Start Gravel Ride, 25km
From 13:00 Finish Gravel Ride
From 13:30 Finish Gravel Race
13:45 until 14:45 Start VCS Family Ride
From 14:30 Distribution of race numbers Kids Gravel
15:15 Award Ceremonies, lotteries Gravel Festival
15:45 Finisher Deadline Gravel Ride & Race and VCS Family Ride
16:15 Start Kids Gravel 1
approx. 16:30 Start Kids Gravel 2
approx. 16:45 Start Kids Gravel 3
approx. 16:55 Start Kids Gravel 4
17:15 Prize giving Kids Gravel

 

Included

Registration and results platform, incl. live timekeeping
Service/transaction fees
Starter bag with exclusive souvenir prize (bike socks) and other high-quality/useful goodies from our partners
Voucher of 12 CHF for a food/drink stand of your choice in the event village
Several feeding zones along the way and at the finish line
Several tech zones on the way with experts from our partner Ski+Velo-Center (work without material)
Route safety & route marking
First aid
Participation in raffle with great special prizes*.
General organization, volunteers and permits
Sending of the GPX file a few days before the event

Packet Pickups

It is located at the starting area and will be open starting at 10:00 a.m. on race day.

 
Facilities
Changing Rooms
Toilets
Registration On the Day
Pre-Packet Pickups
 
Support for Participants
Route Signposted
First Aid
Emergency Contact No
Marshalls
Mechanical Support at Rest Stops
 
Community
Volunteers
Bike Festival
Raffle
After Party
Kids Fondo
 
Features
Course Timing
Category / Race Prizes
Finishing Medals
Results Within 24 Hours
Photos
Downloadable GPS files
Post Ride Shower
 
Nutrition
Feed / Aid Stations
Pre Event Meal(s) Provided As Part of Entry
Post Event Meal(s) Provided As Part of Entry
Number of Aid Stations: 4
 
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Oct 17 2026 - EVENT: Gravel Festival Bern