From 2026, Tartu Bike Marathon are part of the prestigious UCI Gravel World Series – offering riders the chance to qualify for the championships.

This mainly concerns participants who are looking for a true sporting challenge, direct competition, and the opportunity to test themselves against the best riders in their age group. 

On our two longest distances, riders can compete for a place at both the 2026 UCI Gravel World Championships in Australia and the  2027 UEC  Gravel European Championships in Lahti, Finland.

In age groups up to M55 and N45 (incl.), qualification will take place on the 123 km distance.

In age groups M60+ and N50+, qualification will take place on the 83 km distance.

The top 25% of finishers in each age group will qualify. In addition, the top three riders in each age group will earn a place in the priority start box.

In 2026, the UCI Gravel World Series enters its fifth season, featuring 45 events in nearly 30 countries worldwide. Explore the series and the full season calendar HERE