7Passes MTB | 2027

The 7Passes MTB 2027 takes place on Saturday, 2 January 2027, finishing at The Farm Knysna in Knysna, Western Cape. Organised by Garden Route Events, this classic Garden Route mountain biking event takes riders through some of the region’s most scenic countryside on a predominantly non-technical route.

🚵 Riders can choose between the 76km MTB and shorter 38km MTB, with the long route travelling from the Wilderness area towards Knysna and the shorter option starting from Karatara. The event is well suited to mountain bikes, gravel bikes and E-Bikes, making it accessible to a broad range of riders.

🏅 Race Distances & Entry Fees

🔥 76km MTB

• Entry Fee: R400
• Distance: 76km
• Suitable for experienced recreational and competitive riders
• E-Bikes welcome
• Start Time: To be confirmed

🌿 38km MTB

• Entry Fee: R280
• Distance: 38km
• Shorter option for younger, newer or less experienced riders
• E-Bikes welcome
• Start Time: To be confirmed

📍 Event Details

Date: Saturday, 2 January 2027

Finish Venue: The Farm Knysna

Location: Old Cape Road, Simola Hill, Knysna, Western Cape

Organiser: Garden Route Events

Distances: 38km & 76km

Event Type: Mountain Biking

Difficulty: Intermediate

Participant Limit: Approximately 1,000 riders

🌄 Route Highlights

🚵 The longer route follows the historic Seven Passes corridor between the Wilderness area and Knysna.

🌿 The 38km route starts from Karatara, giving riders a shorter way to experience the event.

🌉 Riders pass through scenic Garden Route countryside, river valleys, historic passes and rural settlements before finishing in Knysna.

🚲 The largely non-technical nature of the route makes it suitable for MTBs, gravel bikes and E-Bikes.

✨ Event Highlights

💧 Hydration stations available along the route.

🩺 Medical support available during the event.

🚗 Parking available at the event venue.

🍴 Food and refreshments available at the finish.

🚻 Toilet facilities available.

🌿 A scenic point-to-point cycling adventure through the Garden Route.

🚵 Take on the 7 Passes!

Whether you're committing to the full 76km challenge or choosing the shorter 38km route, the 7Passes MTB 2027 offers a memorable way to kick off the new year on two wheels.

Expect beautiful Garden Route scenery, historic mountain passes, flowing non-technical riding and a relaxed finish-line atmosphere at The Farm Knysna.