FNLD GRVL 2024
Saturday 15 June 2024
2024 FNLD GRVL with Sportive Breaks
Sportive Breaks are proud to be working with the 2024 FNLD GRVL. On Saturday 15 June 2024 you will be able to ride with us on the gravel roads around Lahti, Finland.
The event is brought to you by the creators of SBT GRVL, the premier gravel event in Steamboat Springs, Colorado in the US, Valtteri Bottas and Tiffany Cromwell. FNLD GRVL is a new gravel race and experience that first took place in 2023 in Lahti, Finland and will return on June 15th, 2024. The brainchild of Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas and team behind SBT GRVL, the event will feature three course distances.
Enjoy one of three course distances ranging from an e-bike and beginner friendly 40km ride, to a 177k gravel race featuring a €20k Pro Prize purse. Experience unparalleled cycling amongst Finland’s pristine, pine forested gravel roads around this UNESCO Global Geopark.
Spread your payments: Our payment plan is an interest-free payment method where you will have the opportunity to spread payment for your booking.
Guided Warm up Ride: On Thursday
Invite to Friday Sponsor Dinner: On Friday
Fantastic Entry Pack: Race entry includes access to three days of gravel rides, activities, Friday yoga, post-race finisher meal, fully marked race course, stocked aid stations full of snacks and Maurten nutrition, exclusive finisher hat, free race photos, neutral support, swag bag, and epic Midnight Sun post-race after party with live music, DJ, saunas, hot tubs and other activities.
3* & 4* hotel in Lahti: Conveniently located with breakfasts, dinners and bike storage included.
What's Included?
Accommodation
3* or 4* hotel in Lahti
Meals Included
All breakfasts. Sponsor dinner on Friday.
Guided warm up ride
On Thursday
Event Entry
Choice of race distance
Mechanic
Expert mechanic on hand all weekend
Airport Transfers from Helsinki
Group transfers at set times. Private transfers also available.
Packages and Prices
Stay with us in beautiful Finland and enjoy the city of Lahti. Lahti–the host site of FNLD GRVL is the hometown of F1 driver Valtteri Bottas. When not behind the wheel, Valtteri is an avid cyclist with a few gravel race podiums to his name and looks forward to creating Europe’s best gravel experience.
Prices
3* Hotel GreenStar
- From £ per person based on two people sharing a twin (2 single beds) and 1 double room (1 bed for couple)
- From £ per person based on single occupancy of a room.
4* Hotel Solo Sokos
- From £ per person based on two people sharing a double room (1 bed for couple)
- From £ per person based on two people sharing a Twin room (2 single beds)
- From £ per person based on single occupancy of a room.
Included with your weekend
- 3 or 4 nights at 3* Hotel Greenstar or 4* Solo Sokos in Lahti
- Local expert guides and bike mechanic
- Breakfasts
- Guided warm up ride on Thursday (4-night packages only)
- Sponsor Appreciation Dinner on Friday evening
- Detailed itinerary
- Airport transfers from Helsinki airport at set times
- Guaranteed entry for the 2024 FNLD GRVL – see inclusions below
- ABTA protected
Also available
- Private airport transfers – prices available on demand
- 2024 FLND GRVL event jersey
- 2024 FLND GRVL Bib Shorts
- Entry into the Fjallraven Hill Climb
Included with your Entry
- RACING: Course distance of your choice on a fully marked route with stocked aid stations with Maurten Nutrition, snacks, food, beverages
- ACTIVITIES: Access to three days of gravel rides with local ride leaders
- YOGA: Friday afternoon yoga class with professional local instructor
- HAT: Exclusive FNLD GRVL Finisher hat
- PHOTOS: Free race and event photos to remember your achievement forever
- GOODIES: Swag bag from GRVL and event partners
- AFTER PARTY: Epic Midnight Sun post-race after party with live music, DJ, sauna, hot tubs and other activities
- FOOD: Free post-race finisher meal
- BEVERAGE: Free finisher beer or N/A beverage for each rider.
- FAMILY FUN: Free kids race with start/finish in the Lahti Harbour
- COMMUNITY: Meet other cyclists from around the world, ride with local cycling club members and learn more about the region and cycling tech from event partners
- CULTURE: Explore the beauty that is Lahti, Finland, forests, world’s purest water, and local food and cuisine
Itinerary
Day To Day
Arrive today if you want to take part in the guided ride tomorrow morning (Thursday)
Please meet us at our hotel in Lahti today where our team will meet you. If you plan to fly then we offer airport transfers for you, your luggage, and your bike from Helsinki airport. The journey to Lahti takes about 90 minutes. Our mechanic is available this afternoon to assist you with building your own bike after travel.
Airport Transfers from Helsinki
We offer airport transfers from Helsinki Airport at set times.
- Transfer 1: Departs the airport at 12.00
- Transfer 2: Departs the airport at 16:00
Private Transfers
If the group transfer times do not suit you then we also offer private transfers at times that suit you. To book please Contact Us Here
Please meet us at our hotel in Lahti today where our team will meet you. If you plan to fly then we offer airport transfers for you, your luggage, and your bike from Helsinki airport. The journey to Lahti takes about 90 minutes. Our mechanic is available this afternoon to assist you with building your own bike after travel.
Airport Transfers from Helsinki
We offer airport transfers from Helsinki Airport at set times.
- Transfer 1: Departs the airport at 12.00
- Transfer 2: Departs the airport at 16:00
Private Transfers
If the group transfer times do not suit you then we also offer private transfers at times that suit you. To book please Contact Us Here
Official Event Programme
- 09.00 – VIP shakeout ride – Kahiwa Start & Finish
- 12.00 – Zip and Sip Ride – Harbour Start & Finish
- 14:00 to 19:00 – Event Expo and Registration – Within the Harbour
- 17:30 – Fjallraven Hill Climb – Harbour Start & Finish
You are free to explore Lahti for the evening meal tonight.
Official Event Programme
- 09:00 – SRAM shakeout ride – Harbour Start & Finish
- 10:00 to 19:00 – Event Expo and Registration – Within the Harbour
- 11:00 – YOGA – near the harbour
- 12:00 – Canyon Pro recon & Ride – Harbour Start & Finish
- 14:00 – Pro Panel & Press Conference – Harbour Stage
- 15:00 – Race Briefing – Harbour Stage
- 17:00 – Kids Race – Within the Harbour
- 19:00 – Sponsor Appreciation Dinner – Lokki
Official Event Programme
- 09:30 – Lakes 100k course – Harbour Start & Finish (Last rider 4pm)
- 30 – Midnight Sun 177k Course – Harbour Start & Finish (Last rider 9pm)
- 30 – 40k Course – Harbour Start & Finish (Last rider 2pm)
- 12:00 – 18:00 – Post-Event Meal – Within the Harbour
- 19:00 – 0:00 – Post-Event Party
After breakfast, please check out of the hotel. We offer two airport transfer back to Lahti Airport today at 09.00 and later at 13.00.
Private Transfers
Private transfers are available for other times by contacting us at hello@sportivebreaks.com. Supplements apply for airport transfers.
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Spread your payments
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Logistics covered
We know the routes, we know the roads. We know how the event works and the best hotels for the start and finish. We organise everything for you; transfers, bike transport, additional feed stops, rep support and more.