Holyland Bikepacking Challenge

Holyland Bikepacking Challenge – Majdal Shams, Israel

• Date: October 17, 2027

• Location: Majdal Shams, Golan Subdistrict, North District, Israel

• Distances: 1,461 km (HLC1400), 750 km (HLC750-NORTH), 750 km (HLC750-SOUTH)

• Elevation Gain: Over 20,000 m (full route)

• Event Type: Self-supported bikepacking race / individual challenge

The first self-supported bikepacking race from the north to the south of Israel across the historical landscapes of the Holy Land. Bring your bike and gear and ride, self-supported, as fast as you can to the Red Sea. With a total of 1,461km and an elevation gain of over 20,000m, it is not going to be an easy ride. The route passes along gravel roads, single tracks, and ancient Roman roads. This route is like no other; rough, painful and challenging but also rewarding and FUN.

Further technical files and route updates are available via the official event website.