Gravel racing in Europe is stepping into a new era and for UK riders, The Gralloch is your gateway to the European stage.

At the end of August, the UEC European Gravel Championships will take place in Belgium, a nation synonymous with iconic racing, passionate crowds and legendary cycling terrain. For British riders with European ambitions, there is just one qualifying opportunity on home soil this year. The Gralloch.

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Your Only UK Chance to Qualify

Under the European qualification system, riders must earn their place on the start line by finishing in the top 25 percent of their age group at a recognised qualifier event. In the UK, The Gralloch stands alone as the sole route to qualification.

That means one race, one day and one shot to secure a place among Europe’s best gravel racers.

For many riders, this is not just about qualification. It is about representing the UK on one of gravel racing’s biggest stages and lining up alongside competitors from across the continent.

Racing Gravel, Belgian Style

Belgium lives and breathes cycling. From packed roadside crowds to courses carved through historic landscapes, racing there brings an energy that every cyclist should experience at least once.

The European Gravel Championships promise:

• Electric race atmospheres
  
  
• Deep and competitive age group fields
  
  
• A true test against Europe’s strongest gravel riders
  
  
• The chance to race in national colours at a continental championship
  

For age group athletes, it is a rare opportunity to measure yourself against the best from across Europe, not just to finish, but to truly compete.

Why The Gralloch Matters

The Gralloch has always been about more than just racing. Set in the rugged landscapes of south west Scotland, it delivers a world class gravel experience that rewards strength, skill and resilience. These are exactly the qualities required to succeed on the European stage.

Qualifying here means you have earned it. No shortcuts. No easier paths.

If you are dreaming of racing in Belgium this August, The Gralloch is where that journey begins.