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Strade Bianche Achterhoek

Lochem, Gelderland, Netherlands

calendar_today 26 Sep, 2026 – 27 Sep, 2026

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About the Event

Embrace the raw essence of gravel riding at De Strade Bianche Achterhoek - Gijs Verdick Memorial. This event offers an authentic and challenging tour across the iconic, varied surfaces of the Achterhoek region, from cobbles to sand. It’s a ride built on respect: for the sport, for fellow path users, and for the memory of Gijs Verdick. The grassroots organization by Wielerclub de Paaschberg ensures a genuinely warm, community-focused experience where every kilometer supports local charities and landscape development.

Races Offered

110 km

Sep 27, 2025

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Distance — 110K

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64 days remaining

150 km

Sep 27, 2025

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Distance — 150K

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75 km

Sep 27, 2025

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Distance — 75K

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Type — Cycling

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64 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Lochem.

thermostat Temperature

12.3° / 20.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

10.4° / 19.1°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 22m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

12.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (3.5)

humidity_mid Humidity

78.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:10

nightlight Sunset

19:48

About Lochem

Learn more about the host city, Lochem.

Lochem is a city of 34,000 people (2019) in the Achterhoek, the region in the east of the Dutch province of Gelderland. It is known for its historical city centre and the Lochemerberg, one of the highest points in the area.