Together with friends
The day is about spending time together, not just riding.
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FRIENDS' RIDE
The 11th Friends' Ride: two days on bikes and roller skis.
4–5 September 2027 Tartu 4 Sep bikes · 5 Sep roller skis
WHY TAKE PART
Reasons to come
The Friends' Ride is a sporty day in Tartu with great people. Not everyone races – many simply ride together.
Tartu from a different angle
We ride through districts, green areas and trails you rarely get to otherwise.
Anniversary medal
A special medal made to celebrate the 10th ride, and photos from the anniversary year.
Stops along the route
There are rest and refreshment stops along the route.
Food and sauna
After the ride, there's time to be together and share stories.
New acquaintances
All kinds of riders come along, so you'll make new friends naturally.
10TH FRIENDS' RIDE
Ten years of the Friends' Ride.
In 2026 the Friends' Ride took place for the tenth time. Autumn in Tartu and friends are at the heart of the event.
To remember the anniversary year, there's a special medal and photos from the ride.
The 2027 rides
Two days. Nine pace and distance options.
Bike rides on 4 September, roller ski rides on 5 September. We will publish the route maps, start times and entry fees before registration opens.
Saturday, 4 September · bike rides
- 25 km urban gravel · easy pace
- 50 km city ride · easy pace
- 75 km gravel around the city · moderate or brisk
- 100 km road ride · moderate or brisk
Sunday, 5 September · roller ski rides
- 20 km · easy pace
- 40 km · moderate pace
- 60 km · brisk pace
We will add the exact roller ski equipment and route conditions to the event guide.
FRIENDS' RIDE 2027
Practical information
Start and finish in Tartu
The exact meeting point and access are in the participant information.
Two days of riding
4 September bike rides, 5 September roller ski rides. We publish the routes and start times before the event.
Food and stops
On the day you can rest and eat along the way.
The 11th Friends' Ride
In 2027 the Friends' Ride takes place for the eleventh time.
Friendly company
Here the shared experience matters more than the result.
Photos and archive
See photos in the gallery and in the archive of previous years.
GALLERY
Friends' Ride gallery
Autumn in Tartu, friends and moments after the finish. Click a photo to see it full size.
ARCHIVE
Archive of previous years
Photos and results from previous Friends' Rides will be added here year by year.
2025Photos and results →2024Photos and results →2023Photos and results →2022Photos and results →2021Photos and results →2020Photos and results →2019Photos and results →2018Photos and results →2017Photos and results →2016Photos and results →
Entry fees
Register early, ride for less
The price depends on the registration date. Reduced price for young people and seniors. The organiser confirms the conditions for the discount.
Until 30 June 2027 · current price tier30 €Standard price25 €Young people and seniors
1 July – 29 August 202740 €Standard price30 €Young people and seniors
From 30 August 202750 €Standard price40 €Young people and seniors
FRIENDS' RIDE 2027
Come and ride on 4–5 September
Bike rides on Saturday, roller ski rides on Sunday. Registration opens once the entry fees and route information are confirmed.
Registration opens soon. We will publish the route information and entry fees before registration opens.