Discover the full route of the Balaton Gravel Derby. A mix of fast gravel, forest trails, quiet backroads, and spectacular views across Lake Balaton.
Whether you’re tackling the 100 km route or taking on the full 370 km loop around the lake, both courses offer a unique blend of challenge and beauty. Rolling vineyards, volcanic hills, and lakeside villages make this one of Europe’s most memorable gravel rides.
Take your time, study the terrain, and plan your strategy. Remember its not a race but it might get competitive out there! The route is not sign posted and their won't be any road closures. Its important to slow down at junctions and crossings and respect the traffic laws at all times. When we send the final event information email (approximately three weeks before the event), you will be able to download the course for your selected distance. You will also be notified of the three feed stops for the longer route and their locations. Your adventure starts here.
Plan your ride
You’ll be riding through countless small towns and lakeside villages around Balaton, each with their own charm and quick-stop options. The locations listed below are the larger towns along the route and key hotspots where you’ll find more reliable services such as bike repairs, food stops, and comfortable places to stay overnight if taking on the Balaton Gravel Derby over 2-3 days.
Explore the Route in Detail
Dive into the full GPS route, elevation profile and key sections around Lake Balaton.
Its your ride, your journey
We are here to help you plan your expereince and assist in your prepation but you have to be one to turn the pedals.
Our aim is to provide as much information as possible and to help you feel safe and supported during the Balaton Gravel Derby. Although we won’t release the final route until a few weeks before the event, you can still plan ahead for the next edition.
The ethos of the event is to take on this epic lap self-supported, in true gravel-riding style. However, we want the event to be fun and, above all, about community and creating lasting memories. Therefore, if you decide to stop and sleep whether at a hotel or a campsite we won’t penalise you for that decision.
Similarly, if you have a helper carrying some spares or food, we won’t penalise you for receiving a small amount of assistance. But if someone is helping you consistently throughout the event, and it’s deemed that you are being supported in a professional manner, you will be disqualified.
We also expect that if you stop to assist someone with a puncture or water, you should help any rider on the course who needs support. This reflects the core values we set for our community the atmosphere of goodwill and gravel love is at the heart of everything we do.
With all that being said, it’s probably time to top up the sealant and buy your ticket!
