Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like a Viking

Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like a Viking returns to Sherwood Park, Alberta on Sunday, July 12th, 2026. The event offers four non-timed Biosphere rides: the Beaver Hills Biosphere Tour (35 km), the Half Century Ride (55 km), the Metric Century Ride (100 km), and the Grand Tour de L'Alberta (160 km). All routes start and finish at the Strathcona Olympiette Centre, providing cyclists with a full cycling experience within the diverse landscape of the Beaver Hills Biosphere.
Race morning in Sherwood Park is a mix of early-morning coolness that begins to warm as the sun rises. The Beaver Hills Biosphere offers picturesque trails firm and slightly soft underfoot, with moderate UV index levels making for a sunny but not overly harsh day. Rest stops along each route will provide cyclists with refreshments and snacks to help them refuel.
The event has been running since its inception, offering participants an opportunity to explore the beauty of the Beaver Hills Biosphere while supporting local cycling communities through race entry fees that go towards scholarships or community initiatives. This year marks a special addition: the 35 km ride, allowing more cyclists to experience the area's natural wonders.
Course venues are marked by varied terrain and surfaces suitable for all levels of participants. The routes will be supported by motorcycle and bicycle marshals equipped with tools for light maintenance & repairs, ensuring safety throughout each journey. Nutrition and aid stations are strategically placed along the way to keep riders energized during their rides.
Registration can be done through https://raceroster.com/events/2026/115540/tour-de-lalberta-biking-like-a-viking with a fee of CA$63.15 for both the Beaver Hills Biosphere Tour and Half Century Ride, CA$113.10 for the Metric Century Ride, or CA$157.51 for the Grand Tour de L'Alberta. Participants can also choose to take out emergency insurance during checkout.
Bibs are available for pickup on race day at the Strathcona Olympiette Centre from 6:30 AM onwards; bring a photo ID and confirmation email. The start location is at the same venue, with age requirements not specified in this data but open to all interested cyclists. First-timers should ensure they arrive prepared by checking the event website for additional details.
Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like a Viking offers an unforgettable cycling experience within the Beaver Hills Biosphere, supporting local communities and providing a unique opportunity to meet other cycling enthusiasts while enjoying the scenic trails of Alberta on July 12th.