Forte da Graça Hill Climb




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Saturday 6 March 2027 · 11:00–12:30 (PT) · Forte da Graça, Elvas

Official pre-event of the 114 Gravel Race – UCI Gravel World Series.

Free for UGWS 114 Gravel Race entrants, with
mandatory registration (limited places).

Places limited to 100 riders. Prize for the top 3 + special prize from the organisers.


Times in Portuguese local time (PT)

Segment data (Strava)

Distance
0.73 km

Elevation gain
80 m

Average gradient
10,9%

Altitude
311 → 391 m

Best recorded time (KOM): 2:09 (indicative, may vary).
QOM reference: 3:46 (indicative, may vary).

Schedule (Saturday 6 March)

11:00–12:30
Hill climb (individual starts)

12:30–13:00
Trophy presentation at Forte da Graça

Bibs: can also be collected during the official bib collection hours of the UGWS 114 Gravel Race.

Prizes and rules

  • Trophy for the top 3 finishers (overall).
  • Special prize awarded by the organisers.
  • Activity free for UGWS entrants, with mandatory registration.
  • Maximum field: 100 riders.
  • Individual start (time-trial format). Follow the organisers’ instructions.


Profile / elevation of the climb to Forte da Graça
Climb profile (segment screenshot).

Forte de Nossa Senhora da Graça (Elvas)
Forte de Nossa Senhora da Graça (Elvas) — finish and prize-giving.

What is the hill climb

A short, intense uphill time trial, designed to get into the UGWS weekend spirit
in an explosive format. Each rider tackles the climb alone and the goal is simple:
set the fastest time to the Fort.

The activity is free for 114 Gravel Race (UGWS) entrants, but requires
prior registration as places are limited.

Forte da Graça

The Forte de Nossa Senhora da Graça (also known as Forte Conde de Lippe)
overlooks the hill north of Elvas and is part of the Elvas fortifications, a
World Heritage Site. A perfect setting for a short, tough climb with unique views.

The prize-giving takes place at the fort itself after the hill climb.


Parking (foot of the climb)


Start (Maps)


Results

7 March 2027

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