Gravel-racing experience on Lake Wörthersee: 2,000 fans cheer on Action!

Gravel-racing experience on Lake Wörthersee: 2,000 fans cheer on Action!

Schloss Velden, Österreich - The second edition of the Wörthersee Gravel Race took place in Velden Castle on April 2025. Around 2,000 participants from more than 40 nations took part in this spectacular event. The event enjoyed great popularity and attracted not only cycling fans, but also numerous visitors.

The course included a varied distance of 140 kilometers, which was consistently received by the participants. Prominent personalities, such as Governor Dr. Peter Kaiser and Velden Vice Mayor Helmut Steiner gave the official starting shot before the athletes went on the challenges of the route.

winner and placements

With an impressive performance, the Dane Magnus Bak Klars was the first to cross the finish line and secured first place. The Swiss Felix Stehli reached second place. Third place went to the Austrian Lukas Pöstlberger, who also won the title of the Austrian Gravel master.

positive balance and expo

organizer and community representative drew a consistently positive balance after the event. In addition to the competition, the Expo offered a variety of stands on Gemonaplatz, with over 30 exhibitors who attracted numerous visitors. The new routes seem to have been another plus for the event.

For 2025, further gravel events are planned in the region and beyond. An overview of appointments and details on Gravel race and touring trips in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and other European countries can be found on the website of cycling-events.de However, it is pointed out that changes in routes or starting sites are possible and the organizers provide the significant information.

For everyone who wants to learn more about the Wörthersee Gravel Race, detailed information is available on the official page woertherseee-gravel.com