The Majestics
Key facts
- Date:
- 12 jul 2026
- Type:
- One-day (XC / race)
- Villars-sur-Ollon · Vaud · Switzerland
- Distances:
- 70/105 km
- Elevation:
- 2.500 m
- Series:
- UCI Gravel World Series
About
Set in the heart of the Vaudois Alps, The Majestics is Switzerland's most prestigious gravel race and a key fixture on the UCI Gravel World Series calendar. Starting in Villars-sur-Ollon, just a short ride from UCI headquarters in Aigle, the course threads through alpine trails and forested tracks with 2,500 metres of elevation gain. Riders choose between 70 and 105 kilometres of technical challenge framed by mountain scenery. Formerly known as Gravel Suisse, the event has grown into a UCI World Championship qualifier. Push Training 360 structures the threshold-building and race-specific blocks around the sustained climbs this alpine profile demands, with weekly coach review of watt targets and race strategy so the taper lands at the right moment.
Frequently asked questions
When does The Majestics 2026 take place?
The Majestics 2026 takes place on 12 July 2026 in Villars-sur-Ollon, Vaud, Switzerland.
What distances does The Majestics offer?
The Majestics offers two distances: 70 km and 105 km, both with 2,500 m of elevation gain.
Where is the start of The Majestics?
The start is in Villars-sur-Ollon, in the Vaud Alps near Aigle, home of the UCI, in Switzerland.
Is The Majestics part of an international circuit?
Yes, The Majestics is part of the UCI Gravel World Series and serves as a qualifier for the UCI Gravel World Championships.
How to prepare for The Majestics with PUSH TRAINING 360?
PUSH TRAINING 360 structures preparation for The Majestics over 12 weeks with weekly personalised reviews. Phase 1 builds the aerobic base needed to handle 2,500 m of elevation. Phase 2 develops sustained threshold power for long alpine climbs. Phase 3 introduces specificity blocks simulating the chosen distance (70 or 105 km) with accumulated elevation. Phase 4 is a taper reducing load in the two weeks before 12 July. Nutrition is managed across three phases: glycogen loading, race-day strategy, and recovery. Pacing in The Majestics should be conservative in the first third given the total elevation, managing intensity by power zones or heart rate to avoid going into deficit on the final climbs.
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