The weekend is just around the corner, and the forecast promises clear skies and a pleasant 13°C on Saturday – perfect for a bike ride! Sunday will be a bit cooler at 11°C and overcast, but that won’t stop us cyclists, of course.
Planned rides & events
For anyone who prefers to cycle in company, there are once again a number of organised tours and events:
- Today, Friday, the JSV Rettenbach (Mariatrost) cycling training session starts at 15:00, and Critical Mass Graz meets at 17:00.
- On Saturday, the Lemur Bike Team’s Easter break begins, and at 10:00 the AK Feldbach bike swap takes place. Anyone wanting to enjoy spring on two wheels can join the 2026 Wild Garlic Ride at 10:15, which covers 72.81 km and 94 metres of elevation gain.
- Sunday offers several options: things kick off as early as 09:00 with Burgenland Ballern. For coffee lovers, there are three different rides: the challenging Motivated Coffee Ride ☕🚲💪 (102.56 km, 1331 m elevation gain) at 10:00, the Moderate Coffee Ride 😎 ☕ 🚲 (76.6 km, 1044 m elevation gain) at 10:15 and the relaxed Easy Coffee Ride 🤗 ☕ 🚲 (48.72 km, 675 m elevation gain) at 10:30.
Route suggestions for the weekend
If you prefer to set off on your own, we have three route suggestions for you here, suitable for every fitness level:
- Easy (under 40 km): For a leisurely ride, we recommend the route from Graz to Fernitz. These 37.5 km and 274 m elevation gain offer a lovely start to the weekend.
- Medium (40–80 km): If you’re looking for a moderate challenge and want to join a group, why not take part in the Wild Garlic Ride 2026 on Saturday? At 72.81 km and 94 m elevation gain, it’s a great option.
- Challenging (over 80 km): For the fittest among you, the Motivated Coffee Ride ☕🚲💪on Sunday is an excellent choice. A 102.56 km route with 1,331 metres of elevation gain awaits you.
We look forward to seeing your experiences! Share your photos and stories from the weekend rides on Instagram and Bluesky using the hashtag #bikegraz.
