The weekend promises excellent cycling weather with temperatures around 23°C and plenty of sunshine. Make the most of the opportunity for a leisurely ride or join one of the exciting group rides, such as the SPRING RAG 26 on Saturday.
Weather forecast for the weekend
The weather forecast for the coming weekend is ideal for all cycling enthusiasts. Friday starts with clear skies and a pleasant 17°C, perfect for an after-work ride. Saturday and Sunday will treat us to a mild 23°C, with slightly cloudy skies – ideal conditions for longer rides without the midday sun beating down.
Events & rides in and around Graz
This weekend there are once again plenty of opportunities to get on your bikes together:
- On Friday, 24 April at 16:30, you can join the relaxed ride at Funky F_ride_ay – flat ☀️ (52.34 km, 167 m elevation gain).
- Also on Friday, 24 April at 17:00, the monthly Critical Mass Graz takes place – a powerful statement in support of more cycling in the city.
- For early risers and long-distance riders, the challenging SPRING RAG 26 (111.7 km, 2176 m elevation gain) starts on Saturday, 25 April at 07:00.
- On Saturday 25 April at 09:30, the Grazer Gravel Chase begins – a great opportunity to get a taste of the gravel scene.
- Anyone wishing to explore the mountains on Sunday 26 April at 09:00 is sure to find the right challenge at Features & Flow Semmering.
- For a leisurely Sunday ride with family or friends, the Feldkirchen Cycling Day on Sunday 26 April at 10:00 is the perfect choice.
Route suggestions for the weekend
Whether you’re taking part in an event or prefer to set off on your own, here are three suggestions for your weekend ride:
- EASY (under 40 km): The Tour First 2026 (33.6 km, 45 m elevation gain) is perfect for a relaxed start to the weekend or a short after-work ride.
- MEDIUM (40–80 km): Join the Funky F_ride_ay – flat ☀️ on Friday (52.34 km, 167 m elevation gain) and enjoy a sociable ride at a moderate pace.
- HARD (over 80 km): For a real challenge, we recommend the SPRING RAG 26 on Saturday (111.7 km, 2176 m elevation gain), which takes you through the beautiful Styrian countryside.
Share your experiences and photos from the cycling weekend with the community! Use the hashtag #bikegraz on Instagram and Bluesky so we can all see your rides.
