DAY 1 MTB Event

Experience the enchanting Knysna Forest on Day 1 of the Knysna Cycle Tour. Ride through a dense indigenous forest, surrounded by towering trees and lush ferns. Choose between a 75, 50 or 30km loop, and embrace invigorating climbs and thrilling descents. Conquer gravel roads and navigate jeep tracks in this magical and captivating natural landscape.

The bulk of the Mountain Bike rides are on gravel secondary roads and sections are rough with sandy sections.  A few short sections of a single track are included in the three events. Gravel Bikes should be able to ride most of the routes.  The choice is yours as to what bike suits your level of experience.

All cyclists, including those with gravel bikes, MTBs, and E-bikes, are welcome.

All MTB rides start at the base of Simola Hill on Old Cape Road. Please park at the designated area near Knysna High School Fields. If parking around the field is unavailable, you can find parking in other areas of town. It’s just a short 2km ride from the parking area to the starting line, serving as a great warm-up. The events begin with a delightful 2km climb to the summit of Simola.

After your invigorating morning ride through the captivating Knysna Forest, you’ll reach the Knysna High School Fields. There, you can enjoy refreshments and food. It’s the perfect place to unwind and relax.

MTB Rides

Date 29 June 2024
Start: Bottom of Simola Hill – spectators are welcome to view.
Times: From 08:00 will be started in groups from the start area.
Sequences: 75km, 50 km and then 30km – Groups will be indicated to cyclists prior to starts.
Finish: All races finish on the Knysna High School Fields.

Registration – Knysna High School Field

Friday 28 June 2024
11:00 to 19:00
Saturday 29 June 2024
Late Number Collection
06:00 to 07:00

MTB Route Profiles:

Download 75km MTB Route Here

Download 50km MTB Route Here

Download 30km MTB Route Here

DAY 2 Road Cycle Event

Will run a professional group with prizes – 1st Road Group start after the tandems.

Visit Knysna during the mid-year break.

All bikes are welcome on these Road Cycle routes.

Road Races

Date: 30 June 2024.
Start from Waterfront Drive next to the Knysna High School Fields
Times: 100 riders (50km ride) will start in groups from 08:00, after the 100km riders have left.
Groups will be indicated to cyclists prior to starts.
Finish: All races finish on the Knysna High School Fields

Road Race Registration – Knysna High School Field

Friday 28 June 2024
11:00 to 19:00
Saturday 29 June 2024
Late Number Collection
06:00 to 07:00
Registration Road Race
10:00 to 13:00
No registration on Sunday 30th June 2024
Sunday 30 June 2024
Late Number Collection
06:00 to 07:00

Road Cycle Route Profiles:

Download 100km Road Route Here

Download 50km Road Route Here