Highlands and Steel 2027.
Road · Hohensyburg, Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen · Germany
27 Aug 2027
A self-supported long-distance road challenge: from Hohensyburg in Dortmund over 600 kilometres and 5,000 metres of climbing through the Ruhr area and the Sauerland, with 60 hours to finish. Stamp stations along the way are announced only shortly before the start and offer no supplies. Every rider carries a GPS tracker, the field is limited to 160 places, and there is no classification.
Entries open 1 Nov 2026
Frequently asked questions
When is Highlands and Steel 2027?
Highlands and Steel takes place on 27 Aug 2027 in Hohensyburg, Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen. Check the organiser's site for the final word.
What routes does Highlands and Steel offer?
The options are Unsupported Roadbike Challenge (600 km / 373 mi, 5000 m / 16404 ft climbing), as published by the organiser.
How do I enter Highlands and Steel?
Entries are handled by the organiser. Registration opens on 1 Nov 2026. The button above takes you to the official page.
Is Highlands and Steel a timed race?
No — it's an untimed ride without results; you ride with a number, feed stops and support.
Dates, routes and conditions from the linked organiser sources; the official page always has the final word. Not affiliated with the organiser. Every entry is source-checked — nothing here is AI-generated or estimated.