Harz Gravel
Key facts
- Date:
- 18-19 abr 2026
- Type:
- One-day (XC / race)
- Wernigerode · Sajonia-Anhalt · Germany
- Distances:
- 66/100 km
- Elevation:
- 1.500 m
About
The Harz Gravel starts in Wernigerode, a medieval half-timbered town at the foot of the Harz mountains in Saxony-Anhalt. Riders choose between 66 and 100 km with 1,500 m of elevation, following forest tracks and firebreaks through ancient spruce stands and open ridgelines across central Germany's highest terrain. Taking place in mid-April, mud and variable conditions are common and add a genuine adventure element. The technical off-road surface in early spring requires specific preparation: in Push Training 360 we schedule loose-gravel and wet-trail sessions during the threshold-building phase so that technical skill translates into real time gained on race day.
Frequently asked questions
When and where does the Harz Gravel 2026 take place?
The Harz Gravel takes place on 18 and 19 April 2026 in Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt (Germany).
What distances does the Harz Gravel offer?
The Harz Gravel offers two distances: 66 km and 100 km, with 1,500 m of elevation gain.
Is the Harz Gravel part of an official circuit?
No, the Harz Gravel is not part of any official circuit.
Where does the Harz Gravel start?
The start is in Wernigerode, in the Saxony-Anhalt region, in the heart of the Harz massif.
How to prepare for the Harz Gravel with PUSH TRAINING 360?
PUSH TRAINING 360 is a 12-week plan with weekly review and 4 phases: aerobic base, threshold building, specificity load and tapering. For the Harz Gravel (100 km / 1,500 m) in April, preparation starts in January with a solid aerobic base, moves into threshold blocks and finishes with specificity sessions on off-road terrain. Pacing must account for the continuous moderate-gradient climbs of the Upper Harz. Nutrition is structured in 3 phases: pre-race loading, in-race intake and recovery.
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