THE ORIGINAL

CEDER245

A TRUE ADVENTURE.
THE

CEDER140

GRAVEL RACING AT ITS BEST.
RUN THE

CEDER22

BRUTAL BUT BEAUTIFUL.
THE ORIGINAL

CEDER245

A FULL CEDERBERG EXPERIENCE.
THE

CEDER140

WESTERN PROVINCE GRAVEL CHAMPIONSHIP 2024.

RACE TO THE SMILEY FACE

In past years, participants have experienced everything from picturesque snow in 2021 to clear conditions in 2022. 2023 brought near-perfect weather for both cycling and running routes. As we look forward to our new race date on 4-6 October 2024, we wonder what Mother Nature has in store for us this time.

Located just three hours from Cape Town, The Ceder takes participants deep into the heart of the Cederberg, a region renowned for its diverse flora, fauna, and wildlife. This area is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom and is known for its cultivation of the world-famous rooibos tea.

During the race weekend, participants will tackle a variety of terrain, including gravel, tar, technical sections, and mountain trails. With steep climbs, gradual ascents, thrilling descents, and fast-flowing downhills, there's something for every type of rider and runner.

Building on the success of previous years, the 2024 event offers three cycle route options and two trail running events. Additionally, we host a Ceder Social Weekend prior to the race weekend, where participants can explore the terrain, familiarize themselves with the race routes, and connect with fellow adventure enthusiasts.

Join us for The Ceder Race Weekend from 4th to 6th October, featuring events tailored to all levels of participants, including CEDER245, CEDER140, CEDER30, CEDER22RUN, and CEDERfunRUN.

LIMITED

EARLY BIRD ENTRIES

Your chance to purchase a discounted entry.
EARLY BIRDS ARE CLOSED
245km THROUGH THE CEDERBERG

DOWNLOAD ROUTE

Find all GPX files for The Ceder Races & Routes here.
ALL ROUTES

05 OCT - CEDER245 04:00am START

12

DAYS

12

HOURS

12

MINUTES

12

SECONDS

THE INAUGURAL CEDER245

A SNOWY DEBUT

In 2021 at the first ever Ceder 245km Race. Riders faced snow on Blinkberg Pass, Op-die-Berg, & Middelberg Pass...

TRAIL RUNNING

WELCOME CEDER22

In 2023, we unveiled the inaugural trail running edition of the Ceder race series. Only 22km, it may seem modest, but in true Ceder Spirit, it marked the birth of a beast.

IMPRESSIVE

COURSE RECORDS

Ceder245 Course Records: Dan Loubser set the men's record at 08:30:52, and Rebecca Van Huyssteen holds the women's record at 10:30:42, both since 2022.

VIEW 2023 RESULTS

This was honestly the best event experience I've had, and I hope you all do it some day. The Cederberg is brutal but it is beautiful too and this event adds to that."

Kevin Benkenstein
Hilton, KZN, South Africa

The Best Ultra Endurance Gravel Race in South Africa... The Best recipe for the wildest of fun adventures."

Remy Kloos
Cape Town, South Africa

"The Race to the Smiley Face", will be one filled with so many special memories, laughs...Now I'm patiently waiting for 2024's entries to open."

Jess Meniere
Cape Town, South Africa

I love this race. The route really tests the resilience of everyone taking part, l'm convinced it's impossible to feel good for 245km from 4am and I have a lot of respect for the warriors who spent more hours out there.

Dan Loubser
Cape Town, South Africa