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Bib hand-out:
Please check your race number in the participants’ list beforehand.
In addition, the race center offers marathon souvenirs and plenty of great deals on sports goods.
Re-registration (alteration of the participant’s name or the race distance):
| Distance | Your age | Graveli Series ranking | Your start |
| 123 km | Elite M, M19-59 | Yes, I want to take part | With your age group, wave 1 |
| 123 km | Elite W, N19-49 | Yes, I want to take part | With your age group, wave 2 |
| 123 km | M19–59, N19–49 | Don't want to take part in the ranking | Open class, wave 3 |
| 123 km | M60+, N50+, young riders born at 2008-2009 | No Gravel Series ranking for these age groups on this distance | Open class, wave 3 |
| 83 km | M60+, N50+ | Yes, I want to take part | With your age group, wave 2 |
| 83 km | M60+, N50+ | Don't want to take part in the ranking | By expected finish time, as before |
| 83 km | Younger than M60, N50 | No Gravel Series ranking for these age groups on this distance | By expected finish time, as before (except the elite group, based on prior results) |
| 39 km | All riders | No Gravel Series ranking on this distance | By expected finish time, as before |
| 21 km | All riders | No Gravel Series ranking on this distance | By expected finish time, as before |
More detail on start groups is in the race regulations (Section 8), and start times are in the programme.
Tartu Bike Marathon is part of the international UCI Gravel World Series (UGWS), offering the opportunity to qualify for the amateur gravel championships!
The 29th Tartu Bike Marathon offers the opportunity to qualify for both the 2026 World Championships in Australia and the 2027 European Championships in Finland. Riders who finish in the top 25% of each age group qualify for the championships.
In age groups up to M55 and N45 (included), the UGWS qualification will take place on the 123 km distance. In age groups M60+ and N50+, the UGWS qualification will take place on 83 km distance.
The top three riders in each age group will be awarded a trophy and a medal on the podium. The first place finisher in each age group will also receive a UGWS jersey.
Parking
Parking in the Elva finish is operated by EuroPark:
Read more about parking and payment options HERE.
Parking in start locations and service points is free. Subaru owners also have free parking in the finish parking lots.
Shuttle buses
On the day of the marathon, special buses will take participants from to the start locations and back after the finish.
After the finish, buses will depart from the finish parking lot to Tartu, Palu, and Otepää every full hour, except for the last bus, which departs 30 minutes after the finish closes.When purchasing a ticket, you must choose a suitable return time. If it takes longer to complete the distance, the purchased ticket is also valid for the following departures, if there are free seats.
Read more and see the bus schedule HERE.
Timing is electronic. The chip is attached to the back of the number and does not need to be returned.
The shape or size of the race number must not be altered (for example by cutting, bending, or folding the edges). The race number must be attached to the handlebar in a vertical position and clearly visible from the front. It will be checked upon entering the start corridor, and in case of incorrect placement, participants will be asked to reattach the number on the spot. Any violation detected after the start will automatically result in a 10-minute time penalty.
See the photo for how to attach the start number.
At the start and service points, technical assistance is available from Hawaii Express if needed. Be sure to bring your own spare tube and pump to the course. Spare wheels are not provided at the service points.
On the 123 km course, there are six service and refreshment stations; on the 83 km course, five; on the 39 km course, three; and on the 21 km course, one. In addition, all distances feature one lemonade “energy boost” point.
At some service points, sports drinks are also available in 500 ml bottles while supplies last. Bring two full bottles from home – if an exchange is not possible, please use a cup or refill your own bottle.
Respect nature and dispose of your waste only in the marked litter zones!
Desktop version results are available HERE.
In the mobile device please use the UltimateLIVE app. Download the app from https://app.ultimate.dk/ or scan the QR code:
The winner of Tartu Bike Marathon will be determined in the 123 km distance. There are two intermediate sprints on the course (Matu and Palu), where the best man and woman of the 123 km race will be awarded.
Awards at Tartu Rattamaraton:
Age group winners will be awarded in the 123 km distance, except for M60+ and W50+, who will be awarded in the 83 km distance.
The award ceremony times can be found in the event programme.
Bring your own weatherproof bag – the organizer does not provide bags. Attach the baggage sticker (found in your start envelope) to the bag and leave it in the designated truck (at Tehvandi Stadium before the start corridors, or in the parking area at the 21 km start). At the finish, the bags are sorted by the last number of the start bib.
Changing: At the start at Tehvandi hall building; at the 21 km start in a large tent; in Elva finish separate changing tents for men and women are available.
Finish catering with medal or start number. Reusable dishes are used in the finish cafeteria and service points – please return them after use!
Don’t forget to pack a towel and flip-flops – the sauna area will be open at the finish for relaxation and washing!
Please check the start and finish schemas for exact locations.
Printing of diplomas after the finish takes place at the finish area, in the race office tent.
It is also possible to pick up silver, gold and ambassador pins from there, as well as purchase marathon souvenirs.
Participants that take part in all five of our events will receive their Klassik gift – a brand new Dry Bag – also at the race office tent.
Medical service at Tehvandi start is located at the parking area behind the main tribune building. In Palu start the medical aid is available at the race office tent.
In case of medical emergency on the track, call 112 (the Estonian emergency number) or contact the medical crew at the next service station.
If you cancel the race (also for non-medical reason) inform the medical crew in the closest service station.
GPS tracking
Sportrec GPS device allows real-time tracking on the course. Order via your marathon account under "Offers" or rent it latest on Friday September 18 at the race center (15 EUR). Return it at the finish.
Links to follow the participants:
Engraving the medal
Personalized medal – make your marathon experience even more memorable! Have your name, distance, and time engraved on the marathon medal at the finish (7 EUR).
After the marathon, participants are invited to relax and enjoy new experiences at:
Check out special offers HERE.
Kids races will take place on Sunday, September 20th in Tartu Tähtvere Sports Park.
First start is given at 11:00, the distances vary between 400 m and 5 km. Every young cyclist crossing the finish line will receive a prestigious medal and a tasty treat.
Online registration will close on September 20th at 9:00. Race numbers can only be collected from Tähtvere Sports Park on Sunday morning!
Participation fee 4 EUR. More info HERE, sign up HERE.
