Wörthersee Gravel Race
Key facts
- Date:
- 12 abr 2026
- Type:
- One-day (XC / race)
- Velden am Wörthersee · Carintia · Austria
- Distances:
- 78/94/150 km
- Elevation:
- 1.713 m
- Series:
- UCI Gravel World Series
About
The Worthersee Gravel Race kicks off the spring racing season from Velden am Worthersee, a Carinthian lakeside town where alpine scenery meets turquoise waters. As a UCI Gravel World Series qualifier, it draws competitive riders from across Europe to tackle 78, 94 or 150 kilometres of terrain with 1,713 metres of climbing through the alpine landscape surrounding the lake. April in Carinthia can bring unpredictable weather, adding a genuine adventure element to the competition. Push Training 360 positions this race within the aerobic base or early threshold phase depending on each athlete's calendar: the coach monitors weekly adaptation to cold and wet terrain, adjusting watt targets and race-day nutrition so physiological readiness is fully consolidated by race day in Velden.
Frequently asked questions
When does Wörthersee Gravel Race 2026 take place?
Wörthersee Gravel Race 2026 takes place on 12 April 2026 in Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia, Austria.
What distances and elevation does Wörthersee Gravel Race have?
The event offers three distances: 78 km, 94 km and 150 km, with 1,713 m of elevation gain, with views of Lake Wörthersee and Carinthian alpine climbs.
Where is the start of Wörthersee Gravel Race?
The start is in Velden am Wörthersee, in the Carinthia region of Austria.
Is Wörthersee Gravel Race part of an international circuit?
Yes, Wörthersee Gravel Race is part of the UCI Gravel World Series and serves as a qualifier for the UCI Gravel World Championships.
How to prepare for Wörthersee Gravel Race with PUSH TRAINING 360?
PUSH TRAINING 360 structures 12 weeks of preparation for Wörthersee Gravel Race with weekly personalised reviews. With the event on 12 April, Phase 1 aerobic base building falls in deep winter, requiring indoor trainer sessions or short outdoor rides. Phase 2 threshold construction introduces specific work as conditions improve. Phase 3 specificity adjusts load to the chosen distance (78, 94 or 150 km) with blocks replicating the Carinthian climbs. Phase 4 tapers load in the two weeks before the event. Nutrition is managed in three phases: glycogen loading, race-day strategy, and recovery. The 1,713 m of elevation is moderate relative to the distance, so pacing should allow attacking climbs at a high pace while keeping reserves for the final section along the lake.
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