Briefing / FAQ

Everything you need to know for SGRAIL100 Girona – from check-in in Girona to the start in Cadaqués and back to the finish line at Plaça dels Jurats.

Briefing (PDF)  ·  Timetable  ·  Locations map  ·  Course & GPS tracks

Before race day

Where can I find all participant information?

Everything is in the official athlete briefing – download it here. You’ll also find the timetable, the locations map and the course & GPS tracks on our website.

Where are check-in and the finish area?

Both are at Plaça dels Jurats in Girona. Access to the area is restricted by wristband – for participants and companions (family or friends) alike.

Can my family and friends join me in the check-in and finish area?

Yes! Just request wristbands for them at the entrance gate of the square.

What do I get when I collect my race bib?

Two transition bags: a white T1 bag and a black T2 bag. On Saturday you’ll also get a sticker with your race number for your personal bag.

What goes into the white T1 bag – and where do I leave it?

Everything you need for the Gravel section. Take the bag with you to the start in Cadaqués and place it in the T1 area on Sunday between 8:00 and 8:45 a.m. After the swim, you’ll find it in the changing tents.

What goes into the black T2 bag – and where do I drop it off?

Everything you need for the Trail section. Drop it off at GEiEG de Sant Ponç in Girona on Saturday between 1:00 and 5:30 p.m. You’ll pick it up again in T2 in Celrà.

How does my bike get to Cadaqués?

With bike transport booked: drop your bike off at GEiEG de Sant Ponç on Saturday between 1:00 and 5:30 p.m. It will be waiting for you in the T1 area in Cadaqués on Sunday from 8:00 a.m.
Without bike transport: bring your bike to the T1 area in Cadaqués on Sunday between 8:00 and 8:45 a.m.

When does the bus to Cadaqués leave?

If you booked the bus service, departures run gradually on race morning – the first bus leaves at 6:15 a.m., the last one at 6:45 a.m. Bus departure location

Can I get my bike checked before the race?

Yes. On Saturday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. there’s a CANYON mechanical service point at GEiEG de Sant Ponç to get your bike ready for Sunday. On Sunday morning, a CANYON service point in Cadaqués helps with small adjustments.

Can I go for a swim during race week?

Yes – you can use the 50-meter pool at GEiEG de Sant Ponç during SGRAIL100 Girona week.

Do I need medical insurance?

Yes. All participants must have valid medical insurance – private or the one contracted with Klassmark. No insurance = no start.

With private insurance, in case of an incident you go to the medical centre covered by your policy – our team will help with the transfer if needed.

Klassmark insurance centres
Girona: Clínic Onyar (+34 972 20 49 00) · Clínica Bofill (+34 972 41 04 04)
Figueres: Clínica Santa Creu (+34 972 50 36 50) · Hospital de Figueres (+34 972 50 14 00)

Who do I call in an emergency or with a mechanical problem?

Emergencies: 112 · Organisation: +34 682 60 76 18. Both numbers are also printed on your bib. In case of mechanical issues or an accident, please contact the organisation.

The format

Is SGRAIL100 a race?

SGRAIL100 Girona is a non-competitive ride from Cadaqués to Girona – Swim, Gravel, Trail. All roads and paths remain open to traffic, so please respect traffic regulations at all times.

Is it timed?

Yes. Your total time and every section are timed: Swim · Transition Swim to Gravel · Gravel · Transition Gravel to Trail · Trail · Total. Wear your timing chip on your ankle throughout the entire event until you cross the finish line – and please return it at the finish area.

Where do I wear my bibs?

The Gravel bib goes on your bike under the saddle – attach it the day before the event. You can also stick a small label with the profile, distance and aid stations of that section onto your bike.
The Trail bib must be worn visibly on the front from T2 in Celrà onwards. If you’re not using the T2 bag, you may also wear it during the Gravel section.

Can I skip the swim?

Yes – but you have to tell us at check-in.

Race morning & Swim

What’s waiting for me in Cadaqués before the start?

Coffee by SAILFISH and a donut by RYZON, a cloakroom, toilets (WC 1, WC 2) and a CANYON mechanical service point. Portable toilets and restrooms are also available at the maritime facilities.

Can I leave a personal bag in Cadaqués?

Yes, at the cloakroom – you’ll get it back at the finish at Plaça dels Jurats in Girona. Please attach the sticker with your race number (handed out on Saturday) to your bag.

Where do I change into my wetsuit?

In the transition tents – not in the restrooms, please.

What does the swim course look like?

1,500 meters with start and finish at Platja Gran de Cadaqués. The course is rectangular and counterclockwise: 700 m straight marked with yellow buoys every 250 m, a 100 m turn marked with red buoys, and 700 m straight back, again with yellow buoys every 250 m.

How does the transition from Swim to Gravel (T1) work?

From the beach you enter the transition area: MAURTEN aid station (products, water, fruit) → changing tents with your white T1 bag → boxes to drop your T1 bag (you’ll get it back in Girona) → bike racks in a straight line. Run alongside your bike inside the transition area – you may mount and start pedalling at the end of T1.

Gravel

Is the gravel track final?

Not yet – the gravel track is still provisional. Due to the heavy rainfall over the past few days, some route changes may be necessary. We expect to publish the final gravel track on Thursday or Friday. Please make sure to download the updated version before race day.

Is the gravel route signposted?

No – there are no markers or signs. All participants must download the GPS track: download the tracks here.

What does the gravel section look like?

86.4 km with 1,050 m of elevation gain from Cadaqués to Celrà. During the first 25 km, crossing the Cap de Creus Natural Park, you’ll already collect 70% of the total climbing. Please take extreme care on the road descent from the “El Pení” military base to the “Mas Fumats” urbanization near Roses.

Can I ride a mountain bike?

Yes – MTBs are also allowed.

Which tire size should I use?

38 to 40 mm tires if you’re a technical rider, 45 mm tires if you’re less confident on technical terrain.

Is drafting allowed?

Yes – group riding is allowed and drafting is permitted.

Where are the feed zones?

Gravel: two MAURTEN feed zones – KM 34.3 Feed Zone 1 – Castelló d’Empúries and KM 68 Feed Zone 2 – Jafre.
Trail: one feed zone at KM 4.4 – Castell de Sant Miquel.
On top of that, there are aid stations in both transition areas.

Is there mechanical support on the course?

Yes. Mechanics on bikes are out on the Gravel section to help if needed, and there’s CANYON mechanical support at Feed Zone 2 in Jafre.

Trail & Finish

How does the transition from Gravel to Trail (T2) work?

T2 is in Celrà. Dismount your bike before entering the transition area. Leave your bike in the unnumbered bike racks – you’ll collect it later in Girona (GEiEG). Refuel at the aid station (MAURTEN products, water, fruit, food plus donuts & coffee from the RYZON HORIZON VAN), collect your black T2 bag, change in the tents (toilets available) and drop your T2 bag in the designated area – it will be waiting for you at GEiEG in Girona.

What does the trail section look like?

10.4 km with 320 m of elevation gain from Celrà to Girona, marked with red ribbons and blue arrows. It starts with a 4.4 km climb to Castell de Sant Miquel (+250 m), followed by a 3 km descent to Font del Ferro in Girona and a final 500 m climb (+50 m). The last 2 km are mostly downhill, except for a short 20 m climb about 1 km before the finish line. Terrain: 95% well-maintained dirt tracks, 5% rocky trails.

Where is the finish line?

At Plaça dels Jurats – an iconic spot in Girona’s old town. You’ll reach the finish area via 20 iron steps.

When and where can I collect my bags and bike after the race?

Your T1 and T2 bags and your bike can be collected on Sunday from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. at GEiEG de Sant Ponç. Your personal cloakroom bag from Cadaqués is waiting for you at Plaça dels Jurats. Showers / changing rooms

Remember, you are what you SGRAIL