Read mreo about their cycle trip through Dalsland.GRAVEL: THE ULTIMATE OFF-ROAD EXPERIENCE! Gravel is the ultimate off-road experience. In 2022 they were in Sweden, where they explored the gravel roads in Dalsland. Robin and Sabina write the Farawayistan blog where they talk about their cycling adventures around the world. In West Sweden you can go gravel biking on Billingen in Skövde, on Tjörn by the coast and in Dalsland, among other places. The great thing about gravel biking is that it can be done more or less everywhere. For experienced cyclists, the challenge is that it puts both endurance and strength to the test. Gravel biking is the perfect activity for beginners who don't want to go out on rocky MTB tracks, but at the same time want to cycle in forests and other typical MTB terrain. It’s more durable than a classic road bike and at the same time faster than a mountain bike on roads. The loop starts north of Blängsmossen, then goes past Jättadalen and on to highway 49 before you turn off to get back to Billingen recreation area again.Ĭommon FAQ about gravel biking What is a gravel bike?Ī gravel bike is a type of bike that is suitable for cycling on gravel roads. A large part of the route is along “Raka Linan”, a dead straight gravel road.

A flat loop leading up onto Billingen round Blängsmossen. Easier tour on gravel and some asphalt roads around Billingen’s forests. Perfect longer workout, with lots of beautiful scenery to look at. Gravel road rally round Lerdala 66 km. A longer trip taking you beyond Billingen, through lovely Vallebygden and round Lake Flämsjön.A gravelly loop which heads to Varnhem, past Jättadalen valley and finally back via Ryds caves. Perfect training for the Cykelvasan Vasaloppet race. An easily cycled exercise track (shared with walkers). An easy start with a descent, followed by a climb up Billingen before finishing on flat terrain. All of them start from the Billingen recreation area.

Here are some different loops to choose from. Photographer: White Elk Gravel biking on Billingenīillingen table mountain in Skövde is a popular spot for outdoor activities, and that also includes gravel biking.

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