2026 Etape Caledonia
Take on Etape Caledonia 2026
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026
Location: Pitlochry, Scotland
Distance: Choose from 45, 55 or 85 miles
Whether you already have your own place or you'd like a charity place, join Team CRUK in 2026 for the second Cancer Research UK Etape Caledonia, and play your part in supporting vital cancer research.
How to join Team Cancer Research Uk
Decide whether you'll enter with your own place or get a charity place
Sign up to get Team Cancer Research UK perks
Get fundraising for life-saving research
Get over that finish line and smash your fundraising target
About the event
Etape Caledonia returns to the idyllic village of Pitlochry on Sunday 10 May 2026.
This is the UK's original closed-road sportive, with just 5,000 places on offer each year.
This exciting event attracts riders from all over the UK to take on one of the most breath-taking rides through the spectacular Scottish Highlands.
You'll choose form three spectacular routes:
- 40 mile route: brings some challenges but without the steep climb of Schiehallion. The route starts in picturesque Pitlochry. Perfect for those looking for a taste of Etape Caledonia, or wanting a shorter option.
- 55 mile route: a challenging but achievable distance, perfect for both experienced cyclists and those looking to push their limits.
- 85 mile route: the longest distance consisting of rolling hills and forest-lined roads around Loch Rannoch and Loch Tummel, and a demanding twisting climb of Mt Schiehallion.
Route examples
There are 3 distances to choose from. Please click the links below to view examples of all route maps or to download GPX files. For up to date route maps, please visit https://www.etapecaledonia.com/
Why cycle for Cancer Research UK?
Bridie has taken on the Great North Run six times as part of Team Cancer Research UK. She fundraises in memory of her Dad, who died of bowel cancer.
My first runs were really hard, but I trained and persevered, and I got better. On the day of my first Great North Run I wore my Cancer Research UK vest with pride, I was so happy to be taking part. The atmosphere was amazing and crossing the finish line I was ecstatic! I was so proud of myself and how far I’d come. Every step is worth it. For every person we lose to cancer, it spurs me on even more to continue fundraising so that we can find a cure.
Cancer Research UK participants receive
A personalised Cancer Research UK sports t-shirt or vest
Support with fundraising and training to help you smash your challenge
Support in the run up to the event and on the day
An official finisher's medal for completing your race
Charity places coming soon
Get training support
We've teamed up with experts to give you the best training support and advice for your event. Whether it's your first time training or you're looking to smash a PB, we've got a training plan for you.
Get fundraising support
We're with you every step of your fundraising journey so you can smash your target. Once you've signed up, we'll send you everything you need to get going such as fundraising ideas, top tips, planners and posters.
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