WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
In this overview, we have compiled the most important questions (Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ) about 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse 2026. When does the event take place? How much does participation cost? How can I register? These questions and many more are answered in the following list, which we will update regularly.
25 APRIL 2026
IN SCHWEIGEN-RECHTENBACH / SOUTHERN WINE ROUTE
When and where does 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse take place?
The UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse will take place on Saturday, 25 April 2026 from 1 pm. The start and finish of the Gran Fondo are located at Weinstrasse 4 in 76889 Schweigen-Rechtenbach in the Southern Wine Route. We will communicate the allocation of the starting blocks and the associated start times in good time before the race weekend.
What does the race weekend at 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse entail?
The UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse takes place in cooperation with the Grand Prix of the Southern Wine Route, where national league, amateur, junior and amateur races are held. The organizer also holds a 50-kilometre amateur race, which can also be booked via Datasport. More information about the Grand Prix of the Southern Wine Route can be found here.
We at 3RIDES are organizing the Gran Fondo over 100 kilometers on the day of the event as an official part of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series. The start time for the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse is on 25 April 2026 at 1 pm. The award ceremony will take place afterwards. All races outside the Gran Fondo will be organized by the organizer RV Vorwärts 04 Offenbach/Queich. For a detailed schedule of all events and important information from the organizer of the Grand Prix of the Southern Wine Route, please refer to the official program booklet.
SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
| Friday, April 24, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Start number distribution |
| Saturday, April 24, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Start number distribution |
| 10:30 AM | Start of the 50 km races (organized by the Grand Prix of the Southern Wine Route) | |
| 1:00 PM | Start of the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo, starting grid: Silvanterstr./Rieslingstr. -> Access via Rieslingstr. (behind the community center) | |
| 1:00 PM | Age Group 55 - 84 m/f | |
| 1:05 PM | Amateurs (licensed race) | |
| 1:08 PM | Age Group 19 - 34 m/f | |
| 1:09 PM | Age Group 45 - 54 m/f | |
| 1:10 PM | Age Group 35 - 44 m/f | |
| 4:00 PM | Award ceremony UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo |
How and where can I sign up?
Registration for 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse takes place online via the portal of our partner Datasport Germany.
How much does it cost to participate in the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse?
Registration for the Gran Fondo at 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse is organized in different phases. Discounts and special offers will not be available through official channels.
- Phase 1: 20 November 2025 to 31 December 2025: 95 euros
- Phase 2: 01 January 2026 to 28 February 2026: 105 euros
- Phase 3: 01 March 2026 to 19 April 2026: 115 euros
- Late registrations: from 20 April 2026: not possible
What do I get for my entry fee?
- 3RIDES certificate for every finisher to download
- 3RIDES drinking bottle
- UCI medal for the top 25% in each UCI age category
- UCI Gran Fondo World Series jersey for every winner in the age group
- Bottle of Palatinate wine or alternatively grape juice
- Start number incl. transponder
- Timekeeping
- Results service
- GPX track
- Refreshment stations on the route
- Medical service at start/finish and on the course
25 APRIL 2026
IN SCHWEIGEN-RECHTENBACH / SOUTHERN WINE ROUTE
Is there a minimum age requirement for participating in 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse?
All riders born in 2007 or earlier are eligible to take part in the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse.
What age groups are available for 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse?
- 19-34 m/f
- 35-39 m/f
- 40-44 m/f
- 45-49 m/f
- 50-54 m/f
- 55-59 m/f
- 60-64 m/f
- 65-69 m/f
- 70-74 m/f
- 75-79 m/f
- 80-84 m/f
(The division of the starting blocks and the associated starting times will be communicated before the event).
What are the categories in the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse?
For the 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse, there is an overall ranking for men and women as well as an age group ranking. Participants who define themselves as diverse or non-binary will be classified in the men's category.
What is the distance of the Gran Fondo route at 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse?
At the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse, all age groups ride a distance of 100 kilometers and cover an elevation gain of approx. 600 meters. The route is signposted and secured. A cut-off time can be defined for reaching individual checkpoints or the finish.
THE COURSE OF THE 3RIDES GRAN FONDO SÜDLICHE WEINSTRASSE
Where are the feeding zones located during the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse?
The feeding zones for the UCI Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse are located at KM 23 and KM 80, near the town of Dierbach.
These are the official feeding zones, where support staff are also permitted to provide food and drinks to the riders.
What time does the Gran Fondo at 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse start, and what is the starting lineup?
The 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse will start on Saturday, April 25, 2026, using a mass start format with starting blocks.
The starting lineup is as follows:
| 1:00 PM | Age Group 55–84 (Men/Women) |
| 1:05 PM | Amateurs (Licensed Race, NO UCI Race!) |
| 1:08 PM | Age Group 19–34 (Men/Women) |
| 1:09 PM | Age Group 45–54 (Men/Women) |
| 1:10 PM | Age Group 35–44 (Men/Women) |
Where can I download the GPX track for the 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse?
You can download the GPX track for the 3RIDES Gran Fondo Southern Wine Route as a free track via this link.
You can access the GPX track on Strava via this link.
When will race bibs be distributed for the UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse?
- 24 April 2026: 16.00 - 19.00 h
- 25 April 2026: 08.00 - 12.00 h
How can I qualify for the Gran Fondo World Championships through 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse?
The UCI 3RIDES Gran Fondo Südliche Weinstrasse is an official qualifying race for the World Championships of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series. The top 25% of finishers in each age group will win a ticket for the World Championships from 26-30 August 2026 in Niseko, Japan.
Do I need a doctor's note to participate in 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse?
No, a medical certificate is not required for participation in the 3RIDES Südliche Weinstrasse rides and races. However, we recommend that you consult your family doctor or a sports doctor, and not only those who are taking part in a race for the first time. If you feel ill, feverish or otherwise ill on the race weekend, please clarify on your own responsibility whether it makes sense to start. Your health comes first in any case. Participants who qualify for the World Championships of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series require a license to take part in the World Championships.