The Route

2024 Route: The Original

196 km | 3550m Climbing

In 2024, the race returns to its origins with a journey from the historic Lourensford Wine Estate to Benguela Cove near the coastal town of Hermanus via Oak Valley Estate. Anticipate a blend of thrilling and challenging sections, offering stunning views of the Overberg, fresh trails, and the revival of beloved classics.

The Cape Trails team, supported by local assistance, has commenced efforts to repair the trails damaged by the 2023 floods, ensuring they're prepared for action by November.

The route boasts numerous berms and bridges, a historic portage up Gantouw Pass, an abundance of singletracks, and three Toyota Cruise sections. It guarantees an exhilarating race experience across various categories and thrilling rides for those simply out to enjoy the trails.

Route

192km | 4500m Climbing

At the FNB W2W, we pride ourselves that the route is king and should always deliver maximum gees and smiles for miles. This is why we introduced the Switchback edition in 2021 and why race founder Johann Kriegler and the Cape Trails route team have been working tirelessly to improve and innovate on the inaugural events’ route.

The Switchback is more than just a simple route reversal; it is a completely different experience, and having taken on board the 2021 riders' feedback, this route will no doubt be a smash hit

2023 is set to be magic and we want you to be a part of the Serious GEES. Entries are open!

More dramatic scenery, easier climbs, SeriousGEES!

Stage 1

Lourensford Wine Estate to Oak Valley Estate
Distance: 66km
Climbing: 1 350m

The adventure kicks off at the historic Lourensford Wine Estate, setting riders on a scenic journey to Oak Valley Estate over the historic Gantouw Pass.

Stage 2

Oak Valley Estate
Distance: 66km
Climbing: 1 250m

Stage 2, known as the traditional "Playday," makes an emphatic return, brimming with excitement and flavour. Many trails have been carefully rebuilt and crafted to perfection after the floods of 2023

Stage 3

Oak Valley Estate to Benguela Cove
Distance: 64km
Climbing: 950m

After two days of unmatched riding, Stage 3 leads riders to an exciting new finish line at the picturesque Benguela Cove.