Gurutto Marugoto Sakae Village 100km Cycling 2026

About this event

Held in Sakae Village, Nagano Prefecture, 'Gurutto Marugoto Sakae Village 100km Cycling 2026' is an event where participants cycle through an unexplored region surrounded by superb views in the cool autumn weather. In addition to the rich nature of Sakae Village, warm interactions with the local villagers are a major highlight. At the handmade aid stations, talkative local mothers welcome participants with homemade pickles and other treats. You can enjoy a nostalgic and heartwarming experience, as if visiting your grandparents' house in the countryside. Participants can enjoy cycling while fully savoring the charms of Sakae Village, a heavy snowfall area located at the northernmost tip of Nagano Prefecture. In addition to the 100km course, 80km and 40km courses are also available, allowing riders to choose according to their physical fitness and skill level. On the challenging course with a cumulative elevation gain of approximately 3,000 meters, breathtaking scenery awaits. Along the ride, the warm welcome of villagers, exquisite rice balls made with freshly harvested new rice, and handmade local cuisine will soothe your fatigue and turn it into ultimate bliss. This deep countryside ride will provide participants with unforgettable memories.

Venue

Sakae Club Ski Resort

2903 Hokushin, Sakae Town, Shimominochi District, Nagano 389-2702