Gurten Classic
Gurten Classic is a gran fondo-style mass-participation ride in Wabern, Switzerland, scheduled for October 26, 2026, covering roughly 25 miles.
About riding in Switzerland
Switzerland has some of the world's most scenic and demanding road climbs, with long alpine passes and well-maintained roads. High passes are usually clear only from late spring to early autumn, and weather can turn cold quickly at altitude.
Estimated finish times
The route is about 25 miles. Here is the moving time at a steady average speed. It is a flat-ground baseline: climbing, wind, stops at aid stations and group riding all move the real number, so treat it as a starting range.
| Average speed | Moving time |
|---|---|
| 10 mph | 2h 29m |
| 12 mph | 2h 04m |
| 14 mph | 1h 47m |
| 16 mph | 1h 33m |
| 18 mph | 1h 23m |
Most recreational riders average 12–16 mph on rolling terrain in a group, and less on hilly routes.
Plan your ride
Paste the event's RideWithGPS route into the planner (many organizers publish one) to see your projected finish time, the headwind or tailwind you'll face, the temperature range, and how much to eat and drink. The ride date is pre-filled.
Open the Ride Planner · Gran fondo vs. sportive vs. century
Other events nearby
- Berner Rundfahrt — May 22, 2027, Bern, Switzerland (5 mi away)
- The Majestics UCI Gran Fondo — July 9, 2027, Villars sur Ollon, Switzerland (48 mi away)
- Schwarzwald Rundfahrt — July 3, 2027, Kaisten, Switzerland (51 mi away)
- Säntis Classic — June 13, 2027, Weinfelden, Switzerland (57 mi away)
Listing sourced from granfondoguide; last verified 2026-10-12. Dates and details can change, so confirm with the organizer before you register or travel.