Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
ATLAS GRAN FONDO
Taroudannt, Morocco
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
160 km120 km80 km40 km
High AltitudeMountain+3
Gravel Biking · Medium-Distance Gravel Races · 114 Events · 836 Races
Medium-Distance Gravel Races
114 verified events with 836 individual races (36 confirmed dates) complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events11436 confirmed dates
Competitions836Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 563.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+10,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel BikingRoad CyclingGravelMan Series
GravelMan Series French Riviera
Théoule-sur-Mer, France
November 27, 2026 to November 28, 2026Date confirmed
500 km350 km200 km120 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel BikingGravelMan Series
GravelMan Series Marseille
Marseille, France
December 4, 2026 to December 5, 2026Date confirmed
500 km350 km200 km120 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Outdoor Cycling Series Morvan
Avallon, France
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
350 km150 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel BikingMountain Biking
Sea Otter Classic
Monterey, United States
April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027Date confirmed
144.84 km112.65 km96.56 km48.28 km+3
FestiveNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Gravel Rally Rhine Valley
Eichstetten am Kaiserstuhl, Germany
April 23, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
300 km160 km140 km90 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Muck N' Mac Fest
Traquair, United Kingdom
April 30, 2027 to May 2, 2027Date confirmed
270 km200 km70 km45 km
ForestFestive+4
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningRoad Cycling
Babybel Cyclosportive & running
Évron, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
139 km111.5 km108 km75.4 km+7
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | ATLAS GRAN FONDO | Taroudannt, Souss Massa, MA | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 160 km120 km80 km40 km |
| Nov 27, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026 | GravelMan Series French Riviera | Théoule-sur-Mer, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Gravel BikingRoad Cycling | 500 km350 km200 km120 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026 | GravelMan Series Marseille | Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 500 km350 km200 km120 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | Outdoor Cycling Series Morvan | Avallon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 350 km150 km |
| Apr 16, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Sea Otter Classic | Monterey, California, US | Gravel BikingMountain Biking | 144.84 km112.65 km96.56 km48.28 km |
| Apr 23, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Gravel Rally Rhine Valley | Eichstetten am Kaiserstuhl, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Gravel Biking | 300 km160 km140 km90 km |
| Apr 30, 2027 - May 2, 2027 | Muck N' Mac Fest | Traquair, Scotland, GB | Gravel Biking | 270 km200 km70 km45 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Babybel Cyclosportive & running | Évron, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningRoad Cycling | 139 km111.5 km108 km75.4 km |
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Rhön Radmarathon | Großenlüder, Hesse, DE | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 258 km214 km183 km159 km |
| May 22, 2027 | Limburgs Mooiste |  Heerlen, Limburg, NL | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 215 km150 km120 km110 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027 | Lot of Gravel | Cahors, Occitanie, FR | Gravel Biking | 450 km225 km100 km60 km |
| Jun 5, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027 | UNBOUND Gravel | Emporia, Kansas, US | Gravel Biking | 563.27 km325.73 km174.61 km91.41 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Medium-distance gravel events blend brisk racing speed with varied gravel, farm track, and woodland sectors. Mixed-surface cycling events on gravel tracks, farm roads, forest lanes, and quiet backroads. In this Medium-Distance Gravel Races directory, RunningCompass curates 114 events comprising 836 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 563.3 km and elevation gains up to +10,000 m. Key host locations include Taroudannt, Théoule-sur-Mer, Marseille, Avallon. Notable events in this selection include ATLAS GRAN FONDO, GravelMan Series French Riviera, GravelMan Series Marseille.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Medium-Distance Gravel Races?
This overview currently includes 114 verified events featuring 836 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 78 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Medium-Distance Gravel Races?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 563.3 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +10,000 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Gravel Biking, Road Cycling, Mountain Biking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Medium-Distance Gravel Races?
Top host locations include Taroudannt, Théoule-sur-Mer, Marseille, Avallon, Monterey. Representative events in the catalog include ATLAS GRAN FONDO, GravelMan Series French Riviera, GravelMan Series Marseille, Outdoor Cycling Series Morvan. Medium-distance gravel events blend brisk racing speed with varied gravel, farm track, and woodland sectors.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Medium-Distance Gravel Races?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 836 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.