uci gravel world series
Global Gravel. One Series. Endless Adventure.
What is the UCI Gravel World Series?
The UCI Gravel World Series is the official global series of qualifying events for the UCI Gravel World Championships, bringing together elite professionals and passionate amateurs to race on the world’s finest gravel.
Organised under the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), the series spans continents — from the forests of Scotland to the plains of the American Midwest and the vineyards of France. Each event tests endurance, skill and spirit across stunning, unpaved terrain.
how it works
The UCI Gravel World Series includes a growing number of races worldwide, each offering riders the chance to qualify for the UCI Gravel World Championships.
Here’s how it works:
• Open to All Riders – Anyone aged 19 or older can take part, with separate men’s and women’s age categories.
• Top 25% Qualify – The top 25% of riders in each age group earn a spot at the UCI Gravel World Championships.
• Elite & Age-Group Races – Each event features both Elite and Age Group categories, ensuring fair competition and an inclusive atmosphere.
• Global Locations – The Series includes events across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, and Oceania.
The Gralloch : Britain’s UCI Gravel World Series Race
The Gralloch is the UK’s official UCI Gravel World Series round, set in the stunning landscapes of Galloway Forest Park in southwest Scotland.
Held each May, it attracts both professional racers and dedicated amateur riders from across the world. With 111km of world-class gravel, 1,761m of climbing, and over 80% off-road terrain, it’s a course that truly captures the spirit of gravel racing — raw, beautiful and demanding.
📍 Location: Gatehouse of Fleet, Scotland 📅 Next Event: 16 May 2026 🌍 Format: UCI Gravel World Series Race, plus Sportive and Ultra events
Qualifying for the UCI Gravel World Championships
To qualify for the UCI Gravel World Championships, riders must finish in the top 25% of starters within their age and gender category at a UCI Gravel World Series event.
- Qualification is based on gun time (not chip time).
- Riders who qualify receive a UCI Gravel World Series medal at the event.
- Successful qualifiers are invited to represent their nation at the UCI Gravel World Championships, held annually.
Where can You Race the UCI Gravel World Series?
The Series includes races in spectacular destinations around the globe.
Each course offers a unique taste of its local landscape — from alpine passes to forest trails and desert plains — but every round shares the same goal: to qualify for the UCI Gravel World Championships.
Join the UCI Gravel World Series at The Gralloch
Experience world-class gravel racing right here in Scotland. Whether you’re chasing qualification, testing your limits, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, The Gralloch offers an unforgettable way to be part of the UCI Gravel World Series.
Why the UCI Gravel World Series Matters
The Series has helped define gravel racing as a true global discipline, bridging the gap between elite competition and grassroots adventure. It celebrates inclusivity, connection to the land, and the shared experience of tackling tough terrain.
For riders, it’s not just a race — it’s an invitation to join a worldwide gravel community and challenge yourself among the best.
