Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like a Viking
From Canadian Birkebeiner Society
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Location Sherwood Park, AB
- Price $63.15 - $157.51
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating cycling adventure at the Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like a Viking, hosted by the Canadian Birkebeiner Society! Taking place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in the stunning Strathcona County, Alberta, this event offers a fantastic opportunity for cyclists of all levels to experience the breathtaking landscapes of the Beaver Hills Biosphere. Participants can choose from four non-timed rides: 35 km, 55 km, 100 km, and 160 km, all starting and finishing at the Strathcona Olympiette Centre in Sherwood Park.
New this year, the 35 km ride welcomes even more cycling enthusiasts to discover the area's natural beauty. Adding to the excitement is the innovative Poker Ride Adventure, where riders can collect Biking Like a Viking Poker Cards along their route for a chance to win great prizes. Each ride is supported with plenty of nutrition stations, professional road markings, and on-course assistance to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Don't miss out on this unique cycling event that combines fitness, fun, and the chance to connect with fellow cycling aficionados!
New this year, the 35 km ride welcomes even more cycling enthusiasts to discover the area's natural beauty. Adding to the excitement is the innovative Poker Ride Adventure, where riders can collect Biking Like a Viking Poker Cards along their route for a chance to win great prizes. Each ride is supported with plenty of nutrition stations, professional road markings, and on-course assistance to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Don't miss out on this unique cycling event that combines fitness, fun, and the chance to connect with fellow cycling aficionados!
Organiser's Description
Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like A Viking | Sunday, July 12, 2026 We offer four non-timed Biosphere rides: 35 km55 km100 km, and 160 km.
All four rides start and finish at the Strathcona Olympiette Centre in Sherwood Park. New this year is the 35 km ride which allows more participants to experience the beauty of the Beaver Hills Biosphere. During each distance you will get plenty of opportunity to experience the diverse landscape of the Beaver Hills Biosphere and take in your surroundings. At the several rest stops we will provide refreshments and snacks to refuel you for the ride.
New * Poker Ride Adventure - Ride. Collect. Win. * New Add a twist to your ride by collecting the Biking Like a Viking Poker Cards along your ride. This Poker Ride Adventure brings an extra layer of fun for those cyclist who enjoy an extra challenge with their kilometres. Find and collect the poker cards during your ride. The more cards you collect, the better your odds of winning draw prizes.
Your Biking Like a Viking registration includes a unique cycling experience with:Race entry for your chosen distanceProfessional marked road cycle tourAlberta Bicycle Association Event InsuranceA Biking Like a Viking Bib Nutrition and Aid stations strategically located along the routesFinish Line CateringOn course ambassadors to provide start line information and ensure safetyRoutes will be supported by motorcycle and bicycle marshals equipped with tools for light maintenance & repairs, extra water and nutrition, fully equipped bike maintenance vehicles and sag wagonsCommemorative item to remember this eventParticipation in Poker Ride AdventuresDraw PrizesA fun way to discover the Unique Beaver Hills BiosphereParking on site - start and finish at Strathcona Olympiette CentreAn opportunity to meet other cycling enthusiastsForce Majeure Insurance of Adventure Advocates which may potentially provide partially/full refund to participants if insurance covers the cause of cancellation (please read more in the waiver) In addition, the participant optionally can choose to take out insurance for emergency and illness during the checkout process.
All four rides start and finish at the Strathcona Olympiette Centre in Sherwood Park. New this year is the 35 km ride which allows more participants to experience the beauty of the Beaver Hills Biosphere. During each distance you will get plenty of opportunity to experience the diverse landscape of the Beaver Hills Biosphere and take in your surroundings. At the several rest stops we will provide refreshments and snacks to refuel you for the ride.
New * Poker Ride Adventure - Ride. Collect. Win. * New Add a twist to your ride by collecting the Biking Like a Viking Poker Cards along your ride. This Poker Ride Adventure brings an extra layer of fun for those cyclist who enjoy an extra challenge with their kilometres. Find and collect the poker cards during your ride. The more cards you collect, the better your odds of winning draw prizes.
Your Biking Like a Viking registration includes a unique cycling experience with:Race entry for your chosen distanceProfessional marked road cycle tourAlberta Bicycle Association Event InsuranceA Biking Like a Viking Bib Nutrition and Aid stations strategically located along the routesFinish Line CateringOn course ambassadors to provide start line information and ensure safetyRoutes will be supported by motorcycle and bicycle marshals equipped with tools for light maintenance & repairs, extra water and nutrition, fully equipped bike maintenance vehicles and sag wagonsCommemorative item to remember this eventParticipation in Poker Ride AdventuresDraw PrizesA fun way to discover the Unique Beaver Hills BiosphereParking on site - start and finish at Strathcona Olympiette CentreAn opportunity to meet other cycling enthusiastsForce Majeure Insurance of Adventure Advocates which may potentially provide partially/full refund to participants if insurance covers the cause of cancellation (please read more in the waiver) In addition, the participant optionally can choose to take out insurance for emergency and illness during the checkout process.
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Location
Strathcona Olympiette Centre, Ceretzke Road, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like a Viking