Santa Vall

Santa Vall by The Traka is a two-stage gravel event based in Sant Gregori, near Girona. The 2027 edition runs from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 February 2027, with the two timed stages on Saturday 6 February and Sunday 7 February 2027. Both stages start and finish at La Pineda, Sant Gregori.

Routes and distances

• Stage 1 (Saturday 6 February 2027): 139 km with 1,800 m of climbing. Riders follow forest tracks, paths, trails and some paved road. Women start at 8:00 am and men and open riders at 9:00 am. Feed zones are at Presa de Colomers (43 km, water only), El Trust (90 km, with assistance and a mechanical point) and La Pineda.
• Stage 2 (Sunday 7 February 2027): 83 km with 1,100 m of climbing on a similar mix of tracks, trails and tarmac. The feed zone at Santa Coloma Residencial (39 km) offers assistance and a mechanical point, and the stage finishes at La Pineda.

Age-group categories run from Under 23 to 70-74 for men and women, alongside Pro/Elite, Open and non-binary categories. Friday 5 February is check-in day, and a time trial is held for selected pro athletes only.

Registration

Registration for 2027 is open through the organiser’s website. Prices and entry limits were not published on the pages we checked, so please confirm them on the registration page. Full details are on the official website.

Why race it

The event combines a long first day with a shorter second stage, so it rewards both endurance and recovery. It also offers a separate Pro category, with Stage 1 times used to seed the age-group start boxes for Stage 2. Both days begin and end at the same venue, which keeps logistics simple for riders and supporters.

Where to stay

With check-in on Friday and two early starts at La Pineda, it pays to sleep close to Sant Gregori rather than commute in from further afield. Staying in the village or in neighbouring Girona lets you collect your bib the day before, roll to the start line without a rushed drive, and recover properly between a 139 km opener and Sunday’s 83 km finale.

Masía MasFerran – Sant Gregori, in town, within a kilometre of the start. This Catalan country house on a fenced plot is Cycling Friendly certified and has a workshop area with storage and repair space for bikes, plus a bike wash and a small fitness studio with sauna. With ten double rooms, a kitchen, laundry room and pool, it suits a group of friends travelling to the race together.

Hotel Ciutat de Girona – Girona, about 5 km from the start. A Silver Cycling Friendly hotel in the historic centre, with private bike storage, laundry for sports kit, recovery massages and meals designed for athletes at its Restaurant Blanco. After Saturday’s 139 km, the massage and a proper dinner are the obvious draw.

Hotel Gran Ultonia – Girona, about 5 km from the start. Its Cycling Center offers free, video-monitored bike parking with restricted access, a washing area and maintenance tools, so your gravel bike can be cleaned and checked between stages. There is also a gym, laundry service and a rooftop bar for a post-race drink.

Hotel Carlemany Girona – Girona, about 5 km from the start. The four-star hotel has a video-surveilled bike store with space for up to 40 bikes and a breakfast buffet of locally sourced produce. A rental and workshop shop is a two-minute walk away if you need a spare part or want to hire a bike for a shakeout ride.

Hotel Camiral 5* – Caldes de Malavella, about 14 km from the start. This five-star resort, around 15 minutes from Girona, offers secure bike storage, bike rental and route advice, with a wellness centre for recovery after a long day on the gravel. It is the more indulgent option for riders who want to turn race weekend into a short break.

Event weekend is busy in the Girona area, so book early. You can also browse more cycling-friendly accommodation to find the right fit.