Gravel Adventure

Date
Saturday 07.06.2025
Distances
66 - 128 km
City
Szklarska Poreba - Jakuszyce
Country
Poland
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Gravel Adventure is a scenic event which counted for the first time as UCI Gravel race in 2022. The event in Jakuszyce has a route leading along gravel roads in the scenic Izerskie Mountains.

Course

After starting from the parking lot in front of Hotel Biathlon Sport and Spa in Jakuszyce, riders enter a 10 km loop that begins with a road section and then transitions to a gravel section featuring a 2.6 km climb at an average gradient of 6.6%. They then pass the start line again to enter a larger 52 km eastern loop on the north side of the road connecting Szklarska Poreba and Swieradow Zdroj.   The new extension compared to last year is located between km 25-80.

The mediofondo skips the northern part of the course, going directly to the 7.7km climb.

Granfondo 128km

official qualifier distance for men 19-59 and women 19-49

Medio Fondo 66 km

official qualifier distance for men 60+ and women 50+

Swieradow-Zdroj 1
Swieradow-Zdroj 2
Swieradow-Zdroj 3
Swieradow-Zdroj 4
Swieradow-Zdroj 5

JAKUSZYCE

Jakuszyce is a village in southwestern Poland, situated in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, within the Jelenia Góra County. While it is a relatively small village, it is notable for being a popular destination for cross-country skiing enthusiasts. The village is located in the Jizera Mountains, near the border with the Czech Republic.

  1. Geography: Jakuszyce is situated in a picturesque mountainous region, providing beautiful natural scenery. The Jizera Mountains are known for their forests, trails, and outdoor recreational opportunities.
  2. Tourist Attraction: The village is particularly known for its cross-country skiing trails. The Jakuszyce Ski Arena offers a network of well-maintained trails, making it a popular destination for both beginners and experienced skiers. The trails are part of the Jizera Cross-Country Skiing Center, which covers a larger area in the Jizera Mountains.
  3. Nature Reserves: The surrounding area may also feature nature reserves or protected areas, showing the biodiversity of the Jizera Mountains.
  4. Accommodations: There are accommodations available in and around Jakuszyce to cater to the needs of tourists, including hotels, guesthouses, and other lodging options.

For more information : https://jakuszyce.info.pl/#