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GBI Europe 2023

The upcoming European tour of the Global Biking Initiative starts in the Slovakian capital of Bratislava and takes us across Austria. We will visit Vienna, explore the Danube area as well as many other interesting and challenging parts of the Alpine Republic. We continue through southern Germany and finally end up in the Bavarian capital of Munich.

Go, GBI, go! We cycle for charity!

 

11. - 17. June 2023

Online registration has ended!

Tour registration
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General information

Tour overview

This unique cycling tour with several hundred participants from all over the world will take us to Bratislava in Slovakia in 2023. From there we pedal through Austria and southern Germany to jointly celebrate the end of the tour in Munich.

On our tours we offer a broad range of services to provide you a very special experience. Even not well trained cyclists could manage to ride the daily distances. And if you really need to finish a stage earlier, our pickup service will bring you and your bike to the daily destination.

The mixture of different languages, nationalities and cultures creates the unique GBI spirit. And even rookies will perceive this spirit not later than the second day.

Highlights

  • Explore the Slovakian capital of Bratislava
  • Visit the charming Austrian capital of Vienna
  • Discover Austrian hospitality
  • Pedal through various gorgeous regions
  • Enjoy alpine cuisine
  • Make new friends with many like-minded GBIans

Here you'll find a summary of this tour.

Tour summary (PDF)

More information needed?

There might some things missing on our event page or you have some specific questions?
Feel free to contact us.

Michael Leuenberger
Tour director

Send a mail

Charity

As the GBI is a charity ride, you have to register for a GBI country (typically your home country) and raise funds in addition to the participation fee for the local supported charity in this country. The minimum amount depends on your country and its Gross Domestic Product per capita (GDP):

150 €
Minimum

 Colombia
Czech Republic
Egypt
Ghana
Greece
Hungary
India
Jordan
 Kenya
Kuwait
Malta
Morocco

150 €
Minimum

Mozambique
Myanmar
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Rwanda
Senegal
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Syria
Turkey
 Ukraine

200 €
Minimum

 Australia
 Belgium
 France
 Germany
Irland
Italy
Netherlands
United Kingdom

250 €
Minimum

Bahrain
Canada
Luxembourg
  Norway
Oman
  Qatar
Saudi-Arabia
  Switzerland
United Arab Emirates
United States of America

No clue how to raise funds?
Uncertain how and who to ask for donations?
Check out our tipps for your fund raising activities!

More information
Services & prices
Participation
549 €
Participation at GBI Europe tour 2023

The basic participation fee includes all services listed below in section 'What's included'.

 Accommodation and meals are not part of the participation fee and can be booked separately!

Optional Services

Camp
349 €
Group accommodation with halfboard

6 x accommodation during the tour (11.6. - 16.6.2023) in group accommodation sites (e.g. gymhalls, group houses, camp sites), including breakfast. 
Camp accommodation is directly located at the GBI Camp. Depending on the number of participants it may happen, that we will have to accommodate some participants with Camp accommodation nearby in external accommodation locations with shuttle service to and from the Camp.

 You have to bring a mattress cover (200 x 90 cm), a sleeping bag and pillow with you in any case when choosing GBI Camp accommodation.

Hotel
from 599 €
Hotel accommodation with breakfast

6 x accommodation during the tour (11.6. - 16.6.2023) in hotels with breakfast 

Double bedroom: 599 €
Single bedroom: 999 €

 Please take into account that there is only a limited contingent of hotel rooms and that not all rooms will have separate beds. 

 Due to the size of the group it may happen that we need to accommodate participants in particular locations in hotels of less than our general standard.

 Camp dinner can be booked optionally.

self organized
0 €
No GBI tour accommodation

Participant, who do not need  accommodation during the tour organized by GBI have to keep the following important information in mind:

 We cannot offer space for private vehicles such as RVs, etc. on the GBI camp area. 

 Camp dinner can be booked optionally!

Camp-Dinner
from 0 €
Dinner at the GBI Camp

6 x dinner in the GBI camp incl. additional shuttle service between Camp and GBI hotels.

Participants in GBI Camp : included
Participants in hotel and self-organized accommodation: 130 €

 For participants with GBI hotel accommodation there is a shuttle service from hotel to camp dinner and back to hotel. Participants with self-organized accommodation cannot use this shuttle service.

Pre-night
from 69 €
Accommodation prior to tour start

Hotel accommodation for one or two nights prior to the tour start in the GBI hotel with breakfast in Bratislava.
The fee includes storage of your bike box/luggage at the hotel.

Single night (10.6.2023):
Double bedroom B&B: 69 €
Single bedroom B&B: 99 €

Two nights (9.6. & 10.6.2023):
Double bedroom B&B: 138 €
Single bedroom B&B: 198 €

 Depending on the number of bookings we will book a second hotel close to the official GBI hotel (approx. 900 m). Storage of bike boxes and pre-onsite-checkin will be only in the official GBI hotel.

 Please note, that for participants without a GBI pre-night booking there is no possibility to store their bike box and/or luggage in the storage room of the GBI hotel. 

Bus
from 69 €
Bus transportation

Transportation in a convenient bus from Düsseldorf via Frankfurt and Munich to the tour start and/or from tour finish via Frankfurt back to Düsseldorf.

One-way ticket to tour start (10.6.2023): 109 €
One-way ticket back from tour finish (17.6.2023): 69 €

The bus will arrive at the GBI tour hotel the day prior to the tour start in the evening. There is neither accommodation nor bike transport included in the bus service. You can optionally book the GBI pre-night and bike transport.

 Preliminary bus times can be found under 'Schedule'.

Bus (MUC)
39 €
Bus transportation to airport MUC

Shuttle bus from the tour finish to international airport Munich (MUC).

Departure 17:00 (after the tour finish ceremony), arrival MUC approx. 17:30.


The shuttle bus is meant for participants who needs to get directly to the airport MUC.

 The bike transport is included in this service!

 There is no possibility to book this bus during the GBI tour

Transport
50 €
Bike transport

Bike transport from Düsseldorf to tour start and from tour finish back to Düsseldorf. Bike handover and return will be at the GBI warehouse in Düsseldorf.

Participants, who enter the bus in Frankfurt and Munich can handover their bikes directly at the bus.

Additionally we offer a dedicated luggage transport from Düsseldort to tour start and from tour finish back to Düsseldorf (25 € each way). This service is meant for those who will fly to Bratislava or from Munich and who want to save the high costs of extra luggage on the plane. This does not affect the luggage transport during the tour, which is included in the participation fee! 

 Bikes and luggage transported by GBI will be handed over on the tour start morning (11.6.). There is NO possibility to unload the trucks the day before!  You should have some clothes and cycling clothes in the hand luggage.

Rental bike
External partner

This year we do not offer our own GBI rental bikes. Instead, we established a partnership with a professional bike rental company that offers rental bikes at major hobby cycling events such as Amstel Gold Race, Strade Bianchi, Tour de Flanders or Paris-Roubaix.

www.rent-a-road-bike.com

Road bikes (carbon, aluminum), pedelecs or other bikes can be ordered for the duration of the tour on the companys website. The rental bike transport to the tour start and the return from the tour finish are offered by the company, too. 

 GBI Event GmbH does not have any contractual relationship about the rental between the participant and the rental bike company and is neither liable nor responsible for the rental bikes provided. All communication and inquiries must be made directly between the participant and www.rent-a-road-bike.com! Invoicing and payment will be handled directly with the rental company.

Cycling wear
Merchandising

If you need cycling wear, you can order it at the GBI online shop! Please choose 'Handover at GBI Europe' and we will pack your order in your start back at tour start. 

As we cannot provide official tour jerseys due to production times for registrations from 1. April onwards, you can instead order a regular GBI jersey (other design than tour jersey) from our online shop.

 

Tourbook
from 20 €
Merchandising

Pre-order of the GBI tourbook 2023.
Shipment will be approx. in September 2023.

We will use the postal address of your GBI user profile. Please make sure this adress is the right one for shipments. In case of a failed delivery we have to charge the additional shipping fees to you before re-sending the book. We deliver the book without tracking and without insurance.

Tourbook inc. shipment within Germany & EU: 20,- €
Tourbook incl. shipment to non-EU countries: 25,- €

What's included

When you join the GBI Europe tour, the following services are included in the participation fee:

Quick and easy online event registration
Detailed and up-to-date event information on the website & mobile app
GPX tracks of all days and routes for download
Onsite registration at the start location
Official starterbag with helpful information and give-aways
Official tour jersey with your name and stars (only applicable when you register AND pay until 31.3.2023!!!)
Tags for you, your bike & your luggage
Route information and daily news
Opening ceremony

 Fast, intermediate & leisure speed groups to suit all abilities & preferences
 Experienced teamleaders with GPS routing devices
Nutrition point in the morning and on the track (with energy drinks, bars and fruits)
Technical bike support at all destinations (only spare parts to be paid)
Medical support with mobile paramedics on the tracks
Mobile tour office with info center
Mobile media office offering daily press service
Online photo service
Service busses along the route for pick-up service, if participant cannot complete the stage due to physical or technical problems

 Media and marshal service along the track for media documentation services and guidance
 Arrival and departure area with arrival arch
 Luggage transport each day (camp to camp
 GBI lounge
 Secured bike park
 Closing event with donation cheque handover
 Participation certificate
 Event memorabilia (e.g. official tourbook) for sale in the online shop or during the tour
 A lot of fun, unforgettable moments, great international and cross-cultural companionship, challenging moments and radiant eyes

Excluded Services

Everything not explicitely listed above incl. entrance fees, public transportation, transfer to individually booked hotels, meals (if not booked with GBI), drinks, individual insurances (e.g. accident, health or cancellation insurance), etc.

Tour description

 Currently we are working hard to design the most suitable route for you. The given routes, locations and distances show the current planning and are subject to change in the coming months. The final tracks will be available approx. 4-6 weeks prior to the tour start.

Itinerary

Day 1: Bratislava (SK) to Stockerau (AT)
After welcoming the participants and a short tour briefing, the tour director Michael Leuenberger will officially start the tour at the tour hotel in Bratislava. The teams first cycle through the city center of the Slovakian capital and soon reach the Danube, which we mainly follow on this day. We often pedal on the great, but heavily frequented Danube Cycle Path and change the sides of the river from time to time. Shortly after Bratislava we cross the border to Austria. We continue to follow the river until we reach Vienna. A short detour to the Prater and downtown Vienna is a must before continuing along the Neue Donau. Via Korneuburg we finally reach Stockerau, the largest town in the Weinviertel.
Track 2 makes a larger detour through the Weinviertel region of Lower Austria before joining Track 1 again at the Nutritionpoint.
Route character: flat

Day 2: Stockerau (AT) to Herzogenburg (AT)
Today we first stay north of the Danube and cycle comfortably west on flat terrain. At Altenwörth we cross the Danube and follow it for a while on the Danube Cycle Path. At Rittersfeld we now turn into the Traisen valley, a well-known wine region in the Mostviertel, and after a while we reach our stage destination in Herzogenburg.
Track 2 explores the Weinviertel north of Stockerau more in detail. There are several climbs before we reach the Danube crossing in Altenwörth.
Route character: flat (Track 1), hilly (Track 2)

Day 3: Herzogenburg (AT) to Steyr (AT)
This stage is the longest of the tour. We follow the Traisen valley to St. Pölten, the provincial capital of Lower Austria, before we reach the Danube river again at Melk. We follow the river for 25 kilometers to Ybbs, where we turn away from the Danube again and reach our destination for the day, Steyr.
Due to the length of the route, there is no separate track 2 today.
Route character: hilly

Day 4: Steyr (AT) to St. Georgen (AT)
The Alps are (at least) in sight today. First we padel in the Steyr valley for a while and then we turn west. The terrain is now significantly bumpier than in the past few days and a foretaste of the next stages. We reach Seewalchen on the north shore of Lake Attersee via Wartberg an der Krems and Laakirchen. A stopover, possibly combined with a refreshing dip in the lake, is a good idea here, because it is only a few kilometers to our destination in St. Georgen.
Track 2 sniffs real mountain air for the first time today in the foothills of the Alps around Kirchdorf an der Krems.
Route character: very hilly (Track 1), mountainous (Track 2)

Day 5: St. Georgen (AT) to Inzell (D)
Our route turns to Straßwalchen and then along the Wallersee. About halfway of todays stage we reach Salzburg. Many sights and the great atmosphere of the city invite you to linger. Maybe someone even climbs the Mönchsberg and enjoys a unique panoramic view. Strengthened with a few Mozart balls, we continue and soon we reach Germany. Bad Reichenhall invites you to make another stop before heading to Inzell for the last section of the stage, which again has a few meters in altitude.
Track 2 explores the Mondsee and the Fuschlsee area and takes significantly more altitude than track 1.
Route character: hilly (Track 1), mountainous (Track 2)

Day 6: Inzell (D) to Bad Aibling (D)
Today's stage leads from Inzell along the foothills of the Alps through southern Bavaria. South of Lake Chiemsee we cycle to Prien and on to Rosenheim. We continue along the Mangfall river to Bad Aibling, today's stage destination on a former US Army site.
Track 2 makes another detour to the Tyrolean mountains today and mighty kilometers. Via Lofer and St. Johann in Tirol it turns back to track 1.
Route character: hilly (Track 1), very hilly (Track 2)

Day 7: Bad Aibling (D) to Munich/Unterföhring (D)
The last day is not very challenging and you can enjoy it a lot. The first 20 kilometers are slightly uphill again. After that it tends to go slightly down. We pedal around Munich in the east and reach our tour finish in Unterföring. We are currently planning a group ride in a closed peloton and with music for the last few kilometers.
Track 2 initially leads in a northerly direction and then approaches Unterföhring from the east.
Route character: flat (Track 1), hilly (Track 2)

Stage overview

Day Route Track Distance Climb
Day 1 - 11. June 2023 Bratislava (SK) - Stockerau (AT) 1
2
103 km
128 km
280 m
380 m
Day 2 - 12. June 2023 Stockerau (AT) - Herzogenburg (AT) 1
2
54 km
115 km
120 m
730 m
Day 3 - 13. June 2023 Herzogenburg (AT) - Steyr (AT) 1
2
136 km
136 km
600 m
600 m
Day 4 - 14. June 2023 Steyr (AT) - St. Georgen (AT) 1
2
91 km
122 km
1200 m
2000 m
Day 5 - 15. June 2023 St. Georgen (AT) - Inzell (D) 1
2
91 km
132 km
880 m
1800 m
Day 6 - 16. June 2023 Inzell (D) - Bad Aibling (D) 1
2
78 km
150 km
530 m
1200 m
Day 7 - 17. June 2023 Bad Aibling (D) - Munich/Unterföhring (D) 1
2
60 km
90 km
200 m
600 m
Total Bratislava (SK) - Munich (D) 1
2
613 km
873 km
3810 m
7310 m

The tracks of the different stages differ in general regarding their length and the climb as well as the surface.

Track 1

Recommended for all kinds of bikes including road bikes. Only paved roads on the track. If short sections of the track are not paved, it will be no problem to cycle there even with thin roadbike tires.
Shorter and less challenging than track 2.

Track 2

Recommended in particular for road bikes, as the distance is longer and more climbs than on track 1. If short sections of the track are not paved, it will be no problem to cycle there even with thin roadbike tires.

Venues

Day 1 - Tour start

Bratislava (SK)
Hotel Vienna House Easy Bratislava

The GBI tour starts at the official GBI tour hotel in Bratislava, close to the international airport.

Guests, who have booked the pre-night with the GBI will be accommodated in the tour hotel or in a nearby second hotel.

Bratislava (SK)
Bratislava (SK)

Day 1

Stockerau (AT)
Sportzentrum Alte Au, Stockerau
Stockerau (AT)
Stockerau (AT)

Tag 2

Herzogenburg (AT)
Anton-Rupp sports hall, Herzogenburg


Herzogenburg (AT)

Day 3

Steyr (AT)
Townhall Steyr
Steyr (AT)
Steyr (AT)

Day 4

St. Georgen im Attergau (AT)
Attergauhalle, St. Georgen im Attergau
St. Georgen im Attergau (AT)

Day 5

Inzell (D)
Max-Aicher-Arena, Inzell
Inzell (D)
Inzell (D)

Day 6

Bad Aibling (D)
Fliegerhalle, Bad Aibling
Bad Aibling (D)
Bad Aibling (D)

Day 7 - Tour finish

Unterföhring/Munich (D)
SportScheck Allwetter, Unterföhring
Unterföhring/Munich (D)
Unterföhring/Munich (D)
Teamleader

We are looking for engaged team leaders for the GBI Europe 2023

If you are interested in being a team leader, please send us a mail and we will contact you for more information.
I would be very helpful, if many teamleaders will apply until end of November to set up the teams prior to registration start! Please apply only if you are will really join the tour!

Your responsibilities

You define the team details (e.g. average speed, which track your team will follow, etc.), to help participant to identify, whether your team is the right one for them.

  You will lead a cycling team of up to 10 cyclists during the tour.

Your are the communication channel between the tour office and your team. Don't worry, this is not too much work for you!

Your benefits

 You will receive an exclusive teamleader jersey with your name (only applicable for GBI Europe)

 Teamleaders will be mentioned on our homepage with name and picture

A tourbook with many memories will be sent to you after the tour (only applicable for GBI Europe)

 You can get a free-of-cost rental GPS device with preconfigured tracks (if you do not have an own one) for the tour.

You support one of the world leading charity cycling events with your engagement and generate unforgettable memories for you and your team mates.

Apply as a teamleader
Teams

Each GBI participant cycles in a team, guided by an experienced teamleader. Teamsize is limited to ten riders maximum because of legal requirements.

You can choose a team, which fits best to your experience, your objectives and your preferred track.

Find your team

TEAM "Spin Matter Experts" The SMEs
Ramy Elkably
Track 1 (24 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

Let's enjoy every moment of the trip together, get to know each others and celebrate - few tricks help us doing this from previous tours experience - Team will move on agreed time with maximum of 15 minutes late/wait window to respect other team members - in case of emergency we wait as a team (fix bike or wait for support ) - We try small gap in fitness level to be able to work it out as a team - we agree on 2-3 stops / breaks per day including 45-60 min lunch break and two other smaller ones say 15 minutes - in stops we agree each time on moving timing with 5 min wait to respect other team members.
Average speed per day is 22-24 and gets higher in downhills and slower in uphills - Safety comes first!

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Addmore
Kay Helten
Track 1 (25 km/h)
Languages: German, English

This is a sponsoring team by Addmore.

CLOSED SPONSOR TEAM
TEAM Australia
David Brand
Track 2 (27 km/h)
Languages: English

The Australian chapter of GBI are sending a team to the Europe 2023 Tour. We are supporting Zephyr Education, an Australian charity who assist children affected by domestic violence. Our team will ride together on Track 2, taking in a few more mountains because that's how we roll. We look forward to stopping in for some great food, coffee and other beverages...
We also look forward to meeting other GBIers and enjoying the roads of Europe.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Black Iris
Mohammad Shahin
Track 1 (22 km/h)
Languages: English, Arabic

Living & kicking since GBI Petra-Sharm 2014. Making the most of every moment we capture while riding.

We are yet to select a local charity for the donations for this year.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Dubai Eagles
Karim Ramadan
Track 1 (36 km/h)
Language: Arabic, English

GBI has been the spark that made me get into cycling & triathlon, hence i wait for this time of the year to enjoy cycling in amazing routes in europe . Dubai Eagles will take the time to enjoy the ride with stops for photos, food and coffee on our route but once the wheels are rolling we ride efficiently as a team on average speed ( 36 km/hr ). we will arrive at the town of our sleep over in reasonable time to have dinner and friendly chat on the day highlights .
Note: We can slow down sometimes or speed up sometimes to stay together as a team , however if you consistently can't hold on to the group we will advise you to join a slower or faster group
Looking forward to enjoy the tour

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Dubai Falcons
Haitham Samman
Track 1 (36 km/h)
Languages: Arabic , English

I have been a GBI leader since 2009 and can't wait to cycle freely in europe summer 2023 across this scenic route. Dubai Falcons will take the time to enjoy the ride with stops for photos, food and coffee on our route but once the wheels are rolling we ride efficiently as a team on average speed ( 36km/hr ). we will arrive at the town of our sleep over in reasonable time to have dinner and friendly chat on the day highlights .
Note We can slow down sometimes or speed up sometimes to stay together as a team , however if you consistently can't hold on to the group we will advise you to join a slower or faster group
Looking forward to enjoy the tour

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Dynamic Korea
Joong Ho Kim
Track 2 (25 km/h)
Languages: Korean

I am riding the GBI Europe to witness the beauty of Europe. We may choose to ride TRACK 1 one some days. I will make several brief stops along the way to enjoy scenic landscapes. Sorry I only speak Korean. You are welcome if this is not a problem for you.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Fast on track
Thomas Kuepper
Track 1 (20 km/h)
Languages: German, English

I am from Germany and 54 years old.
We will have breaks when it is needed, around every 30 km 10 min break, after 60% of the day a longer one.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Fun-Bikers
Csongor Garami
Track 1 (22 km/h)
Languages: English, French, Spanish, Hungarian

This will be my 9th GBI. Sport is my life - I am an ultramarathon runner, also loving long distance biking and spinning. GBI for me is charity and discovery of new countries, cultures, food and drinks… So my team will aim to enjoy the tour - making the best out of the biking side, but also allocating time to visit the nicest sites and to get to know each other while enjoying the best local restaurants or cafeterias. We are fully open to diversity, so please feel free to join us and to start the event with a joint dinner the evening preceding the start. We mostly target to ride Track 1, but based on the team's ambition, might choose Track 2 once or twice during the week.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Green in Action
Moataz Bahei-ElDin
Track 1 (28 km/h)
Languages: English, Arabic

The team will start cycling everyday at 8:00 a.m. We will take 15 minutes breaks every 30 km and we will have an hour lunch break in beautiful places, so we will reach the camp early and can enjoy the destination city at night.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM HB Riders
Fragkiskos Vellis
Track 2 (25 km/h)
Languages: Greek, English

This is the Hellenic-British Team. Hellas/Hellenic is the proper way to call Greece/Greek. So, this is a team led by an experienced GBIan, of Hellenic nationality, who has been living and working in Britain for the last 5 years, hence the name!
We will be riding with discipline and with attention to safety. Averaging 25-26 km/h we will prefer the challenge of the longer route (Track 2) if weather permits and we are in the right mood. We will form pacelines where reasonable and we will take turns in pulling the group. If you don't know exactly how to do that - don't worry, we will teach you! We will certainly be looking for the best coffee and the best food en route!

Expect to hear a lot of Greek but also a lot of English language being used. The team is open to anyone who would like to join but please align with the team leader beforehand.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Heavy on Wire
Track 1 (22 km/h)
Languages: (Swiss-) German, English

The main objective of this team is to have fun together. Cycling, talking, cycling, little bit sightseeing, cycling, meeting the friends from the last years, cycling. This sounds like a successful day!! Average speed is planned around 22km/h. After 2/3 of the daily stage we will have a lunch break for 45 – 60 minutes. We will stay together for the whole day, we leave no rider behind except when we climb mountains and where we'll gather at the top again. We always take care of each other.

Because of various (personal) challenges, Uli, who usually leads the team, cannot guarantee full availability for the whole ride. Therefore the team should internally agree on a co-teamleader to take over if Uli is not availabe.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Kuwait
Abdullah Al Ansari
Track 1 (20 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

This group cycles on an easy pace with stops every 15 km, and a main Lunch stop midway.
We plan to make every ride very leisurely and laid back, with many stops & sightseeing throughout.
We will start everyday between 8:30 & 9:30 with an average speed of 20 km/hr

OPEN TEAM
TEAM LTE
Thomas Busalla
Track 2 (22 km/h)
Language: German, English

We want to have 3 considerable breaks during the day, breaktime as long as we need. We start together, have breaks and arrive together!

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Nader
Nader Al-Zakibeh
Track 1 (25 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

We are a group of cyclists from Jordan. We aim by joining GBI trips to spend good time, challenge our fitness, make great memories, meet with friends and like-minded people, and enjoy the good views! This team is led by Captain Nader, a Jordanian champion, a former coach of the Jordanian national cycling team and a former international player, and this is his eighth time participating in GBI Europe. The average speed for this group is 23-25km per hour. We are mainly taking the first track; however, we might change to track 2 on some days as what the team leader sees suitable, with prior agreement with all team members. We will take short breaks to take pictures, drink coffee and enjoy the scenery as well as a lunch break every day. Anyone with a passion for cycling is welcome to join us!

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Qatar Cyclists Center 1
Track 1 (26 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

Another year, another great ride! Please join our road-loving team for an amicable ride through Slovakia, Austria and German country side :)

If you are member of Qatar Cyclists Team, this is the group for you.

OPEN TEAM
TEAM Qatar Cyclists Center 2
Hamad Aljaidi
Track 2 (26 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

Another year, another great ride! Please join our road-loving team for an amicable ride through the Slovakia, Autria and German country side :)

If you are member of Qatar Cyclists Team, this is the group for you.
TEAM Relaxed Cyclists
Frank Kränkl
Track 1 (19 km/h)
Languages: German, English

Enjoy cycling, experience memorable moments and spend a great time together, that’s the goal. We will decide as a team how we shape the day.

Average speed will be 18-20 km/h
We will start in the morning appr. 8:30 / 9:00 and make a short break each 2-2,5 hrs. as well as a longer lunch break

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TEAM Riding Together
SE HO PYO
Track 1 (20 km/h)
Languages: Korean

A fun ride that we can do together
I'll be with you till the end.
If it's our team, we can stay together until the end.

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TEAM Riyadh cyclist
Saad Alhenaidi
Track 1 (25 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

We will be mostly on track-1, our tour will be just for fun.
During the rides we will pass through many cities, village and nice views. And stop for coffee or lunch or some sweets and will take some pictures.
Our average speed 25 – 30 kilometers per hour.
For more information please feel free to contact me in my WhatsApp 0966569102013

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TEAM RUM 01
Ali Obeidat
Track 2 (30 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

I inspire members to change and achieve their goals. I support and motivate, so that every single member aids in the success of the whole team. I'm Coach Ali Obeidat.. Join me this year!

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TEAM RUM 02
Khalil Muhalwas
Track 2 (30 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

Whenever I'm not in the operation room; you will find me on my bike. Join me, Khalil, a passionate and dedicated cycling surgeon, who believes in motivating and inspiring teammates. Join Team Rum today at GBI Europe 2023.

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TEAM RUM 03
Track 2 (30 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, Englisch

My motto is: "“You are one ride away from a good mood.” and you will defenitley miss on so many good rides if you don't join Team Rum on this adventure in Europe this year. Join me Tamer Obeidat and be part of our journey.

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TEAM RUM 04
Cindy ElBader
Track 2 (30 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

Born with passion for sports, and developed a strong one for Cycling all along. The joy of cycling is that you are "Always one ride away from a good mood." Join Team Rum this year at GBI Europe for an exciting tour.

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TEAM Saudi Arabia 1
Majed AlHouti
Track 1 (20 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

We here in Saudi Arabia encourage using and participating in using bicycle riding cycling through weekly training professional sessions organized by our Darrajati Group .
‎‏We are a team from Saudi Arabia, we ride for fitness, fun and good views; the average speed for this group is between 20 to 40 km/h . we will take short breaks to take photos, drink coffee and enjoy the views as well as lunch break.
‎‏The team is of one heart, with spirit of cooperation and good vibes, we aim to have fun and meet new friends; anyone with passion for cycling and fun riding is welcome to join us.

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TEAM Saudi Arabia 2
Majed AlHouti
Track 2 (26 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

We here in Saudi Arabia encourage using and participating in using bicycle riding cycling through weekly training professional sessions organized by our Darrajati Group .
‎‏We are a team from Saudi Arabia, we ride for fitness, fun and good views; the average speed for this group is between 20 to 40 km/h . we will take short breaks to take photos, drink coffee and enjoy the views as well as lunch break.
‎‏The team is of one heart, with spirit of cooperation and good vibes, we aim to have fun and meet new friends; anyone with passion for cycling and fun riding is welcome to join us.

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TEAM Saudi Arabia 3
Majed AlHouti
Track 2 (26 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, English

We here in Saudi Arabia encourage using and participating in using bicycle riding cycling through weekly training professional sessions organized by our Darrajati Group .
‎‏We are a team from Saudi Arabia, we ride for fitness, fun and good views; the average speed for this group is between 20 to 40 km/h . we will take short breaks to take photos, drink coffee and enjoy the views as well as lunch break.
‎‏The team is of one heart, with spirit of cooperation and good vibes, we aim to have fun and meet new friends; anyone with passion for cycling and fun riding is welcome to join us.

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TEAM Solstice rocks
Oliver Harzen
Track 1 (23 km/h)
Languages: German, English

We are cycling with the power of Solstice.
Our main focus is to have fun, cycle through stunning landscapes with an appropriate speed, that is fine for everyone and discover group dynamics. Day by day we decide whether we exceptionally switch to track 2 for the sake of a more scenic route or better beergardens on our way.

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TEAM Spain Cervezuelos Team
Andres Hurtado Fernandez
Track 1 (25 km/h)
Languages: Spanish, English

This is teams’ 5th GBI. We are from mostly Spain and what we love most is enjoying!!!!
We like turism, food and beer, so we will have breaks when it is needed, to enjoy the villages, landscapes, have breakfast, a beer or whatever. Of course, good lunch is mandatory!!!!
We will ride at averages of 20 – 30 kms / hour, but always waiting and adapting our speed to the slowest one and we usually decide the day before which track will be done the following day. If there are nice things to see in track 2, we will definitely choose that one.

To join the team please contact the teamleader (dperonaa@gmail.com) in advance.

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TEAM Spain Cervezuelos Team 2
Gines Moya Cuenca
Track 1 (25 km/h)
Languages: Spanish, English

This is teams’ 5th GBI. We are from mostly Spain and what we love most is enjoying!!!!
We like turism, food and beer, so we will have breaks when it is needed, to enjoy the villages, landscapes, have breakfast, a beer or whatever. Of course, good lunch is mandatory!!!!
We will ride at averages of 20 – 30 kms / hour, but always waiting and adapting our speed to the slowest one and we usually decide the day before which track will be done the following day. If there are nice things to see in track 2, we will definitely choose that one.

To join the team please contact the teamleader (dperonaa@gmail.com) in advance.

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TEAM Stream-Cycler
Wolfgang Fresser
Track 2 (26 km/h)
Languages: German, English

Start late - arrive in time !

The fun of cycling in a team is the most important. One day we will may be fast, the other we will be more impressed by the landscape and good restaurants. For every tour day we agree, who is going to do track 1 or track 2 and we will split in 2 smaller Joint-Cyclers teams per day. Propbably there will be a preferences for track 2. Average speed can be between 20 - 30 km/h, depends on the daily condition :-). In the evening we offer to relax together, celebrating the highlights of the day, but will also look forward to the challenges of the next day.

Motto: Enjoy joint cycling for fun !

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TEAM Super Cyclists
Clemens Steger
Track 2 (28 km/h)
Languages: German, English

We (Lisanne & Clemens) are an Austrian-German couple sharing the passion of appreciating nature, outdoor activities and spending good times in a community. The opportunity of satisfying those desires while sitting on a racing bike and raising funds for less privileged fellow human beings is not to be beaten by anything and at the same time the main idea behind the GBI movement for us. After we can already count two fantastic GBI tours together in the saddle, this year for the first time we are forming our own team.

We are excited about sharing this experience with anybody who is open for racing bike rides with a decent mixture of sportive passages and at the same time enough room for breaks and opportunities to enjoy cool spots or locations on our way. We are planning to have one longer lunch break at half-distance and possibly one or two shorter breaks for coffee or beer. We are planning to ride Track 2 on default but decide on a daily basis within the team which of the tracks we would like to go at the end.

We are looking forward to a few days of good time (and weather) in June and people from any cultural background who share the same mindset and would like to join us on the way from Bratislava to Munich.

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TEAM The Gladiators
Kojo Graham
Track 1 (21 km/h)
Languages: English

Join us! The Gladiators are a coulorful vibrant and fun team. Everyone is welcome.
Lets get the fun started!

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TEAM Ungemütlich 40
Paul Gordon
Track 2 (28 km/h)
Languages: German

Mixed team of a number of cyclists who have completed numerous GBI`s togehter. Ave. speed is usually around 28. (Cycling at 30KM + over longer periods of time, shouldn`t be a problem for you). We usually stop at least once during the day for a longer break, other shorter breaks are possible. Our goal is to be in base camp around an hour after it is opened to allow for a longer period of re-generation. In general the core of the team are experienced cyclists who cycle well in a group, who ensure the group stays together and whose main priority is to stay safe and have fun. For this group it is a huge advantage if you have experience cycling in a group. (The main language spoken is German).

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TEAM Vodafone Cyclists
Alexander Schade
Track 1 (22 km/h)
Languages: German, English

We are cycling with the power of Vodafone.
Our main focus is to have fun, cycle through stunning landscapes with an appropriate speed, that is fine for everyone and discover group dynamics. Day by day we decide whether we exceptionally switch to track 2 for the sake of a more scenic route or better beergardens on our way.

CLOSED SPONSOR TEAM
TEAM Wadi Hanifa
khalid akrash
Track 1 (21 km/h)
Languages: Arabic, Englsih

The major goal is to enjoy cycling and have a pleasant time biking through the charming nature of Europe with an appropriate speed. As well as creating memorable memories as one team
Roadbikes are preferred.

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TEAM Zügig 18
Dieter Kluger
Track 1 (18 km/h)
Languages: German, English

To enjoy cycling, experience memorable moments and spend a great time together, that’s the goal.
We decide as a team how we shape the day.

Please notice that 18 km/h is the overall average, so it could be 20km/h or a little bit more at certain points in our journey!

To join the team please contact the teamleader. If you don't know the teamleader, please contact suppport@gbi-event.org

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Schedule

All dates and times are provisional! We will announce changes here shortly.

Date Location Time Activity
Monday, 5.6.2023
Wednesday, 7.6.2023
GBI warehouse, Düsseldorf
GBI warehouse, Düsseldorf
18:00 - 20:00
18:00 - 20:00
Handover of the bikes & luggage (for GBI transport)
Handover of the bikes & luggage (for GBI transport)
Friday, 9.6.2023 Central bus station Duesseldorf, Worringer Str. 140
Central bus station Duesseldorf, Worringer Str. 140
Frankfurt airport, bus station P36
Munich airport, central bus station
15:00
15:30
approx. 18:30
approx. 23:00
Entry to GBI bus
Departure of GBI bus
Intermediate stop of GBI bus
Intermediate stop of GBI bus
Saturday, 10.6.2023 GBI hotel Bratislava
GBI hotel Bratislava
approx. 6:30
17:00 - 20:00
Arrival of GBI bus
Onsite registation, handover of starterbags
Day 1
Sunday, 11.6.2023
GBI hotel Bratislava
GBI hotel Bratislava
from 9:00
10:30
Onsite registation, handover of starterbags, return of transported bikes & luggage
Official tour start
Day 2
Monday, 12.6.2023
Sportzentrum Alte Au, Stockerau 8:00-9:30 Individual start of the teams
Day 3
Tuesday, 13.6.2023
Anton-Rupp-Sporthalle, Herzogenburg 8:00-9:30 Individual start of the teams
Day 4
Wednesday, 14.6.2023
Townhall Steyr 8:00-9:30 Individual start of the teams
Day 5
Thursday, 15.6.2023
tbd 8:00-9:30 Individual start of the teams
Day 6
Friday, 16.6.2023
Max-Aicher-Arena, Inzell 8:00-9:30 Individual start of the teams
Day 7
Saturday, 17.6.2023
Fliegerhalle, Bad Aibling
tbd
SportScheck Allwetter, Unterföhring
SportScheck Allwetter, Unterföhring
SportScheck Allwetter, Unterföhring
Frankfurt airport, bus station P36
Central bus station Duesseldorf, Worringer Str. 140
8:00-9:30
tbd
tbd
approx. 16:00
approx. 16:00
approx. 20:30
approx. 23:50
Individual start of the teams
Start of group cycling
Arrival at tour finish
Official tour closing
Departure GBI bus (to DUS, FFM & airport MUC)
Intermediate stop of GBI bus
Final arrival of GBI bus
Monday, 19.6.2023 GBI warehouse, Düsseldorf 18:00 - 20:00 Return of the bikes & luggage (transported by GBI)
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