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Sahara Gravel Stage Race
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March 1-6, 2027

Sahara Gravel Stage Race

Morocco · EPICOS Gravel Events & Adventures

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95 km99 km102 km105 km

About this event

The Sahara Gravel offers a 4-day stage race along some of the most stunning gravel roads, spanning from Ouarzazate to Erg Lihoudi in the Sahara Desert. You have the chance to sign up as a solo rider or as a pair.

Spanning a total distance of 445 kilometers over four stages, with an elevation gain of over 4500 meters, our route takes you through a variety of terrains, with 90% of the journey on gravel roads or easy single trails.

Being in the Sahara is an experience like no other, racing through the desert is an adventure of a lifetime!

For more information visit the official event website https://epicos.cc/events/sahara/ and follow latest updates on Instagram @sahara_gravel

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Routes

Stage 1 - Into the Atlas Wilderness

99 km · ↗ 950 m

The race kicks off in the stunning foothills of the Atlas Mountains, where you will navigate through pristine gravel roads and breathtaking views. This stage blends beauty with challenge, as the cool mountain air provides a refreshing start to the journey.

Stage 2 - Conquering the Anti-Atlas

102 km · ↗ 1,650 m

Leaving the Atlas behind, you will enter the rugged terrain of the Anti-Atlas. This stage winds through dramatic rock formations and jagged cliffs, this hidden gem is unforgettable. In the evening, enjoy a hearty meal under the stars, slow-cooked tagine bursting with flavors, paired with local spices and mint tea.

Stage 3 - Welcome to the Sahara

95 km · ↗ 550 m

You will leave the rocky terrain of the Anti-Atlas behind, descending into vast, arid plains that lead toward the edge of the Sahara Desert. The landscape shifts dramatically with the jagged mountains giving way to flatter, more open terrain. The iconic beauty of the desert is just ahead.

Stage 4 - Final sprint between the Dunes

105 km · ↗ 220 m

The final stage delivers riders into the iconic Sahara Desert where the expansive horizon dominate the landscape, Morocco’s true magic unfolds. As night falls, stargaze under the clearest skies you’ve ever seen.

Volunteer info

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Lodging

5 nights are included in the trip: 3 nights in 3 and 4-star hotels and 2 nights in authentic Nomad camps. Accommodation is shared with a friend, partner or another participant. The Nomad camp tents accommodate 2–3 people and include comfortable beds and bathrooms.

For more information visit the official event website https://epicos.cc/events/sahara/ and follow updates on Instagram @sahara_gravel

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Event details are provided by the organizer. Gravel Calendar LLC is not responsible for their accuracy. Please participate at your own risk.

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Opens
August 15, 2026
Deadline
October 30, 2026
On-site registration
No

Event organizer

EPICOS Gravel Events & Adventures

EPICOS is a global gravel cycling series bringing riders together for unforgettable races and adventures in some of the world’s most spectacular destinations. We combine challenging gravel routes, breathtaking landscapes and local culture. Every year, we also host Pedaleo, our bikepacking festival in Switzerland, bringing the gravel community together for a weekend of riding, exploration and connection. Discover our upcoming gravel races and adventures on our website, and get in touch at info@epicos.cc ; we’d love to hear from you! @epicos.cc @sahara_gravel @utopiagravel @octopusgravel @pedaleo

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