No Race Road Bikepacking Adventures

See you in Slovenia, Germany and Tuscany

What is The Grand Escape

It's the first no-race road unsupported bikepacking event series in Europe.

Here, it is not about speed—it's about the experience of riding on the best roads among hundreds of other people like you.

In 2025, ride in stunning locations on the best routes possible.

Your 2025 Adventures

Italy/
Slovenia

June 22, 2025

550 km
7000 m
Start/Finish: Udine (IT)
All on asphalt

Germany/
Austria

September 6, 2025

600 km
5500 m
Start/Finish: Innsbruck (AT)
All on asphalt

Tuscany

October 11, 2025

600 km
7500 m
Start/Finish: Campiglia Marittima (LI)
All on asphalt

Registration opens on January 13

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21 June 2025

Italy/Slovenia

Start/Finish: Udine (IT)

550 km

7000 m

Loop Route

Discover the green earth Europe in stunning 600 km routes along emerald rivers, enchanted forests, and scenic cycle paths. It's a real road bikepacking adventure across borders.
You'll experience the best of Slovenia and Friuli at your own pace.

In The Grand Escape Italy/Slovenia, you will ride across the best-kept secrets of these countries and discover why everyone loves these lands so much.

Grab your early spot, there is a limited amount.

6 September 2025

Germany/Austria

Start/Finish: Innsbruck (AT)

600 km

5500 m

Loop Route

Riding across the Alps with just 5500 m of total climbing seems impossible?
Well, this is The Grand Escape Germany/Austria.

Through the green countryside, the best cycling infrastructure in the world, and fable castles, you will experience an adventure like no other.
Breathe deep the alpine smells of pine and cruise along the lakes while watching the majestic peaks.

600 km of pure bliss are waiting for you.

Limited spots are available, so take your ticket early.

11 October 2025

Tuscany

Start/Finish: Campiglia Marittima (LI)

600 km

7400 m

Loop Route

Simply, Italy is at its best.

From the rolling hills of Chianti to the art cities of Florence and Siena, the magic of Tuscany is difficult to summarize.

The Grand Escape Tuscany will lead you to the best-hidden roads, the most scenic towns, and that famous postcard scenery.

A shared adventure to the heart of the Bel Paese.

99% satisfaction rate

We know that your time is precious, so our focus is for you to live an unforgettable experience.

These adventures feature people on their first trip, experienced bikepackers, families on vacation, and people looking for something new.

Here’s what the riders told us via the finisher survey.

"Each climb takes you to a more beautiful place than the next. A true celebration of cycling!"

"My eyes and heart are full of amazement. Already counting down to the next edition!"

“This is the first time I’ve participated in an event without boring connecting roads, each connecting an even more enchanting landscape than the last.”

“I am already counting down the days to the next edition.”

“It was great not to have the pressure of a race; everyone was in the same mood.”

“I am already counting down the days to the next edition.”

“I am truly grateful for The Grand Escape; it was beautiful. Thank you for your time and love and for meeting like-minded cyclists.”

“I am truly grateful for The Grand Escape; it was beautiful. Thank you for your time and love and for meeting like-minded cyclists.”

“It’s amazing how all these hidden back roads connected together.”

"My eyes and heart are full of amazement. Already counting down to the next edition!"

“This is the first time I’ve participated in an event without boring connecting roads, each connecting an even more enchanting landscape than the last.”

“It’s amazing how all these hidden back roads connected together.”

What The Grand Escape stands for

Human curated routes

We are cyclists like you. We don't enjoy going on a straight, busy road. Our routes are designed and tested obsessively all year long. You'll ride on the best roads possible: backroads, cylepaths, hidden secrets, and always great scenery. No impossible climbs, no useless hardness. Experience, first.

Be in good company

Live a fulfilling holiday with your friends, partner, or on your own. You'll create new friendships here. The people that come to The Grand Escape don't race each other. Enjoy a relaxing vibe with no wanna-be pro stuff.

No Race

Ride at your own pace. Don't get distracted by plastic trophies or a bland Instagram post. At The Grand Escape, no KOMS, no fastest time matters. The people around you are not your adversaries. They are your companions. Together, you will embark on a journey filled with good times, overcoming challenges, and joy.

Your pace, your time

There are no fixed times or checkpoints. Take 4 days, a week or two. There are no cut-offs and no rankings. You choose how to plan it, where to stop and eat. Enjoy the freedom of the definitive unsupported bikepacking adventure.

Registration

Registration opens on January 13 at 11:00 am (Berlin Time). Learn how to register here: