Welcome to an epic and unforgettable gravel race that takes you from the vibrant city of Puerto Natales, crossing the Torres del Paine National Park, the Patagonian pampas and the Strait of Magellan, to the remote Caleta Maria, located at the end of the road on Tierra del Fuego Island.
You will pedal through wild and extreme environments, dyed reddish by the autumn, which give a unique beauty to the route. The only limit is set by your spirit.
It is not only a physical challenge: it is an inner journey that transforms you… and stays with you long after you cross the finish line.
Based on this event's terrain, difficulty and riding style.
Riders taking on Gravel Del Fuego will cover 1050 km and climb roughly 8200 m over the course of the route.
Gravel Del Fuego's terrain calls for a Gravel Bike, ideally running 45-50mm Tubeless tires. On the drivetrain side, a 38-40T (1x) chainring matched to a 10-51T cassette gives enough range for the climbing involved.
Gravel Del Fuego carries an overall difficulty rating of Advanced. The terrain itself is rough, technical terrain for a good stretch of the route, the climbing is fairly flat, and conditions tend to run warm, with a real chance of hot conditions.
Mark your calendar for April 10, 2027 — Gravel Del Fuego's autumn timing means as conditions start cooling but daylight hours are shrinking.
Gravel Del Fuego's route is gravel. Plan your tire choice around 45-50mm Tubeless for the best combination of speed and comfort.