What is the Bike Adventure Series?
Experience adventure cycling at its best with the Bike Adventure Series. Leave behind the daily grind and dive into a world where pressure to perform doesn’t exist.
This is your chance to reconnect with yourself and explore the world in a unique way.
Join a community of thousands who share your passion for adventure and cycling. Embrace the spirit of camaraderie and support that makes the Bike Adventure Series more than just a series of events—it’s a movement.
We are a collective of cyclists like you, bonded by a single purpose: to live unforgettable adventures by bike. Organizing these events and bringing people together is our way to do that.
We believe you don’t have to be an elite athlete to experience this thrill, just have the right attitude and an open mind.
It’s time to reclaim your right to adventure, doing what you love most: here’s the Bike Adventure Series.
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No race
Our events emphasize self-challenge, not competition.
It’s about personal growth, free from competitive stress.
Self-improvement, not rivalry.
Bike as a Key
The tool to transformative adventures and impactful experiences.
Explore, adventure, and grow beyond the everyday boundaries.
Sharing is Caring
Collective experiences outshine solitary pursuits.
Sharing paves the way for empathy, connection, and memorable moments.
Discover the best of Europe by bike
Ride from the rolling hills of Tuscany, where each pedal stroke paints a picture of rustic charm, to the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Alps, where the horizon stretches into infinity.
Europe’s finest treasures await you in the Bike Adventure Series Events.
Embark on top-notch routes rigorously tested to showcase the very best of each region you traverse.
Whether it’s the serene landscapes of Slovenia, the majestic forests of Germany, or the magic of Italy, our routes promise an immersive experience that blends physical challenge with cultural enrichment.
You’ll experience the essence of bikepacking and gravel – a blend of adventure, freedom, and respect for nature.
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Where do you want to ride next?
Tuscany Trail is coming
The original bikepacking adventure is coming in 2025. Be the first to get the dates, the updates and behind-the-scenes via the newsletter
A 2025 full of road adventures
The full calendar of The Grand Escape is out! Check out your adventures in Slovenia, Germany and Tuscany, with all the info and how to get in all the adventures.
Embrace the Challenge, Celebrate the Journey
In the Bike Adventure Series, every ride is a story waiting to be told. Push your limits, seek glory, and just enjoy the ride. Find solace in the rhythm of your pedaling as you journey through landscapes that change with each turn.
After each day’s ride, join fellow adventurers in local gatherings. Share stories, savor regional delicacies, and immerse yourself in the local culture. These moments of connection are what transform an adventure into a lifetime memory.
In partnership with local communities
The events are deeply rooted in the vibrant communities and stunning areas we’ve come to know intimately.
Our enduring partnerships with the local territories ensure that your journey is more than just a passage – it’s a rich tapestry of cultural immersion and scenic splendor.
The routes you’ll traverse result from close collaboration with these regions, chosen to bring you into the heart of their beauty and hospitality.
Thanks to the alliances we’ve fostered with local stakeholders, every stop is a friendly conversation, and every turn is a story waiting to unfold. Want to get your region involved? Write here.
You will be in good company
Join the Bike Adventure Series Community, where over 10,000 members embarked on a collective journey through the 2860 kilometers of the events.
Our community celebrates the journey, not the race, embracing self-discovery and a deep connection with nature.
In our events, every kilometer is about shared experiences, personal growth, and the joy of cycling together.
We’re not just riding; we’re forming bonds, sharing stories, and discovering the world around us.
Be part of a community where adventure means more than just cycling. It’s about exploration, camaraderie, and unforgettable experiences.
Ready to Ride?
All it takes to join this extraordinary adventure is a bike, a sense of adventure, and a willingness to discover the unknown. Register now and start gearing up for an experience that redefines adventure cycling.
Enter your email here and be part of something truly special. Get in the Bike Adventure Series—where every turn is a new story, and every ride is an adventure.
FAQ
What is the Bike Adventure Series?
It’s the first no-race European series of bike events. On this website, you’ll be able to manage your medical certificates for all the events, uploading them just once, and all your registrations. Look out for other features this year!
What are the events of the Bike Adventure Series?
Tuscany Trail, NorthCape4000, Unpaved Roads and The Grand Escape.
How do I know what the next events are?
We’ll send the updates via the newsletter, so don’t miss out on them. Subscribe here.
How do I register for the events?
Create an account on bikeadventureseries.com, then look for the link sent via the newsletter when the registrations open. Fill out the form with your information. You won’t need any documents upon registration and can upload the medical certificate at a later date.
Do I need a Medical Certificate for the events?
All participants are REQUIRED to submit a valid “Health Certificate for cardiovascular intensive sport activity (cycling races/events)”.
If the medical certificate is not compliant, it will be refused and canceled, and the member will have to forward a new compliant one.
The medical certificate must be specific for CYCLING. We cannot accept medical certificates issued for other sports such as triathlon, athletics, etc.
Anyone who does not comply with this requirement will not be considered regularly registered and will not be entitled to a refund of the registration fee.
Each participant must declare in accordance with the D.P.R. no. 445 of 28 December 2000 that the documents forwarded by him are true and correspond to the originals in his possession. This is a template for non-italian participants only. If you need more info about that write us to [email protected].
Live the adventure in the most beautiful asphalt roads in Europe
Discover a new way to experience your road bike through iconic back roads, cycle paths and charming cities. Embark on routes meticulously crafted and rigorously tested to showcase the very best of each region you traverse.Whether it’s the serene landscapes of Slovenia, the majestic forests of Germany, or the iconic rolling hills of Italy, our routes promise an immersive experience that blends physical challenge with cultural enrichment. By the last wild river of Europe, you’ll experience the essence of bikepacking – a blend of adventure, freedom, and respect for nature.
Ride the best gravel roads of your life
Unpaved Roads is much more than a gravel event, it is discovery, adventure, sharing and fun. Rely on us for a weekend of escape from everyday life, punctuated only by the pleasure of pedaling on a route that will finally make you take full advantage of all the potential of a gravel bike. We’ve thought of everything, all you have to do is enjoy pedaling along with hundreds of other enthusiasts.
Live the magic of Tuscany and the strade bianche
The Tuscany Trail is the world’s largest bikepacking event, proudly held every year in the beautiful region of Tuscany. Each time, thousands of enthusiasts from over 50 different countries sign up.
By joining the Tuscany Trail, you’ll embark on a unique adventure covering 470 km and climbing around 6,500 meters. This journey will take you through magical forests and ancient historical centers.
The Tuscany Trail isn’t a race but rather a personal challenge that will leave you with memories and feelings to cherish for a lifetime.
To date, it boasts the highest attendance for any bikepacking event, with 4,700 participants in 2023.
1 Continent, 7 Countries, 4000 km self-supported with a legendary destination, the Arctic Circle!
The NorthCape4000 is not just a sporting event but an indelible experience that will accompany you for a long time and that you will treasure every day, probably for the rest of your life. Ask who has already participated and discover why this is the reference Event in the UltraCycling Bikepacking World.
Far away from the “races” and fanaticism that now spoil every corner of the sports world, at NorthCape4000, you come to run or enjoy the journey, the choice is yours, but with respect, a fair play, and a desire to have fun that unites all our participants and that you will not find in any other bikepacking event. Then, it’s up to you to cycle with your eyes glued to the front wheel or to cycle in dreamlike scenarios with fellow bikers who make the difference.
Read the Journal
Access behind-the-scenes, guides, travel stories, and much more in the Bike Adventure Series Journal.
Press & Media
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