Zurich, May 28 - 31, 2026
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Program

Expo & Bike test

Züri Escape - the bikepacking gravel event

On Friday morning, 50 women and 50 men take on the challenge of overcoming 420 km and 10,000 meters of altitude.

Züri Escape is a self-supported bikepacking gravel event that starts on Friday at 6:00 am in Brunau as part of Cycle Week. The route covers 420 km and 10'000 vertical meters through breathtaking landscapes. The Escape offers adventure, challenge and fun on a gravel bike. Participants need physical endurance, mental strength and strategic planning.

Route

A detailed scouted 420 km loop to and from Zurich. So close to the city, but still far out in nature. Züri Escape takes you through magnificent landscapes, dreamy forests, mystical moorland, abandoned tunnels and dark caves. At two checkpoints manned around the clock, participants will always find an open ear for the best stories from the road.

Dot Watching

Here you can follow the 50 women and 50 men of Züri Escape live at Dot Watching via Züri Escape.

Organization and info

Organized is Züri Escape by our friends Dominik Bokstaller and Fabian Frech from "The Cake Movement".

Time and place

Züri Escape 2026, Brunau

Friday
06.00: Start

Saturday

07.00 hrs: First arrival

Sunday

14.00 - 17.00 hrs: Finisher party

TRANSA Tent Days
At the Transa Tent Days at Campus Brunau, you will find everything from large family tents to ultra-light one-person tents. You can even test the tents outside in natural conditions. The experienced Transa team will give you expert advice on each model and set it up with you. So nothing stands in the way of your next big cycling adventure.
Better skills for more fun on the trail and road
Learn the crucial bike skills - practical and for every level. Whether rear wheel offset, pump track or first jumps: with certified Swiss Cycling Guides you'll get more flow and safety out of it. Get to the next level now!
MTB Gravel & Road Driving technique courses Brunau
Rides with like-minded people
From flowing MTB trails to relaxed road bike rides and urban tours - there is something for every level at Cycle Week. Highlights such as the overnighters, offers for kids and ladies-only rides ensure special experiences and shared adventures.
MTB Gravel & Road City & Mobility
Patagonia free repair
As part of Cycle Week, Patagonia will be repairing MTB and outdoor clothing of all kinds free of charge at its stand - regardless of the brand.
Service & Equipment
BMX Flatland
The world's best artists on two wheels meet at Cycle Week for the international BMX Flatland Contest!
Dirt & BMX Contests
Place: Festival - Europaallee
ZüriDirt Contest
International dirt jump bikers meet the best of the Swiss dirt scene at the Cycle Week weekend.
Dirt & BMX Contests
Place: Jump Park - Sihlcity