Germany 3000
All the way around Germany – 3,000 kilometers in the saddle, with start and finish in the Hanseatic city of Hamburg – the Race Across Germany 3000 is the ultimate challenge for those seeking cycling adventures in their most extreme form. From the banks of the Elbe, the course circles the entire nation, tracing its borders and showcasing landscapes as diverse as they come: the North Sea and Baltic coasts, low mountain ranges and Alpine foothills, the Black Forest, the Moselle valley, and the Rhine plain. Every stage demands sheer endurance, every region tells its own story. This event is more than a test of physical limits – it is an emotional journey around the outline of Germany, a symbol of unity, perseverance, and the will to make the impossible possible.
With the relaunch of the former Race Around Germany, the Race Across Germany 3000 is set to become a permanent fixture in the ultracycling calendar. Instead of individual time trials, all riders now start together on a fixed date – side by side, each with the goal of completing this monumental loop. The finish in Hamburg represents more than the end of a long journey: it stands for pride, relief, and the unforgettable feeling of having circled an entire nation by bike. Those who cross the line as finishers can be certain they have mastered one of the toughest and most significant challenges in European ultracycling – an experience to last a lifetime.
Event
Germany 3000
Schedule
Germany 3000
Briefing
About four weeks before the start, all registered participants will receive the final route as a GPX file along with the written briefing by email. This document contains all relevant information regarding the course of the event, safety aspects, and organizational details. It also specifies the exact location and timeframe for accreditation.
Entry Fee
The entry fee depends on the category and the date of registration: The amount is clearly visible and transparent before completing the registration.
Accreditation
Accreditation and collection of race documents take place on Thursday evening before the start. Each participant will receive their race number, GPS tracker, and last-minute organizational information. A personal signature on the registration documents on-site is required for participation – this also applies to all members of support teams. Without completed accreditation, participation in the event is not possible.
Start
The first start takes place on 08.08.2026 at 12:00 o'clock. It starts at most one solo rider(s) or one team every 120 seconds. The last start takes place at 12:58 o'clock.
Timestations
- 1. Ostsee
- 2. Frankfurt
- 3. Chemnitz
- 4. Donau
- 5. Starnbergersee
- 6. Bodensee
- 7. Offenburg
- 8. Mosel
- 9. Wesel
- 10. Bremen
Nutrition
Basically, all participants and teams are responsible for their own catering. The route is chosen so that there are sufficient opportunities for self-supply along the way – for example, through supermarkets, bakeries, gas stations, or cemeteries with water points.
Finish
At the finish line, arrival is registered and participants receive a personal greeting from the organizer along with a finisher photo. All starters who reach the finish line receive the official Race Across Germany 3000 finisher jersey as well as a medal. Finishers who complete the race within the time limits receive a digital certificate. Awards for the top finishers are presented immediately after crossing the finish line, once the placements within the categories have been determined. All finisher times and course records are published live on the website.
Timelimits
Germany 3000
The following time limits must be met in order to be classified. The limits differ depending on the category.
RAAM Qualification
Germany 3000
The following times qualify for RAAM in the respective solo categories.