14-21 APRIL 2024 / A Week of Unforgettable Adventure in Cyprus
Calling all gravel cyclists! Are you looking for an unforgettable week of adventure in the beautiful mountains of Cyprus? If so, then the Bedrock Gravel Festival is the perfect event for you.
The festival will take place from April 14-21, 2024. During that time, you'll have the opportunity to explore some of the most stunning scenery in Cyprus, all on your gravel bike.
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driven by adventure, the desire to explore and to discover, to exist out of your comfort zone, to be bold, to immerse yourself in nature, to have a free plan, to ride free! Gravel is a spirit, not a trend, not just a mode of exercise- the wattage is not a factor here- and the performance is not the main drive.
This week is an ode to all adventurous riders out there who cannot resist taking the road less travelled. Come and let us show you the most undiscovered roads of Cyprus.
Of course it goes without saying that no gravel adventure is complete without the after-party. We love to ride but we also like: good specialty coffee, a rare brew, trying new food, talking bikes, pump tracks, music and barbeques.
Cyprus experiences pleasant weather in April, making it a favorable time to explore its natural beauty. During this month, you can generally expect mild temperatures, blooming flowers, and green landscapes. Spring is in full swing, and the island is often covered in colourful wildflowers.
The program from start to finish
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09:00-17:00 Arrival: At your leisure
09:00-14:00 Optional Self Guided Ride will be Available
18:30 Welcome Bites and Drinks at Feed Zone Cafe.
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09:00 Long Gravel Ride #Getitoutofyoursystem. Today we ride north in the Valley of White Rocks. We’ll pass from the limestone villages of Lefkara and Kato Drys looping back to Tochni through quiet gravel roads and goat paths. Watch out for the occasional herd.
Distance: 76km | Ascent: 1430m. Short option: 44km | +950m
17:00 Yoga Session
19:00 Dinner at Nostos Tavern
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09:00 Gravel Ride: Vasa to Akapnou Loop.
Distance: 50km | Ascent: 1100m. Short option: 32km | +630m
15:00 Basket weaving workshop
19:00 Dinner at Zygi fishing village
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09:00 Long Gravel Ride: Larnaca Loop.
Distance: 73km | Ascent: 880m. Short option: 64km | +510m
17:00 Yoga Session
19:00 Dinner at Nostos Tavern
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09:00 Long Gravel Ride: Stavrovouni and Zygi Loop.
Distance: 69.8km | Ascent: 1160m. Short option: 55km | +680m
17:15 Koupepia Making Masterclass
19:00 Dinner as a group at Feed Zone Cafe
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09:00-15:00 Self Guided Gravel Ride - Various Options available
19:30 Cyprus Traditional Meze Dinner at Nicosia
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Bedrock Gravel Race - Final race details will be released the week before
07:30-08:20 Race Bag Pickup
08:20 Race Briefing
08:30 Race Departs
13:00-15:00 Barbecue Party, and Beer Tasting!
15:00 Award Ceremony
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09:00 Optional Self-Guided Ride Available
12:00 Departure
The Bedrock Gravel Festival is a great way to meet other gravel cyclists from all over the world. It's also a great way to experience the beauty of Cyprus in a new way.
Take a look at what happened last season
we are happy to answer any questions you have about the event