Tour de L'Alberta - Biking Like A Viking | Sunday, July 12, 2026
We offer four non-timed Biosphere rides:
- 35 km
- 55 km
- 100 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 distance
- Professional marked road cycle tour
- Alberta Bicycle Association Event Insurance
- A Biking Like a Viking Bib
- Nutrition and Aid stations strategically located along the routes
- Finish Line Catering
- On course ambassadors to provide start line information and ensure safety
- Routes 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 wagons
- Commemorative item to remember this event
- Participation in Poker Ride Adventures
- Draw Prizes
- A fun way to discover the Unique Beaver Hills Biosphere
- Parking on site - start and finish at Strathcona Olympiette Centre
- An opportunity to meet other cycling enthusiasts
- Force 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.
Event schedule
- Sun, July 12, 2026 8:00 AM - Start Century Rides (160 km)
- Sun, July 12, 2026 9:00 AM - Start Metric Century Rides (+/- 100 km)
- Sun, July 12, 2026 10:00 AM - Start Half Century Ride (+/- 55 km) & Beaver Hills Biosphere Tour (+/- 35 km)
- Sun, July 12, 2026 11:59 AM - Start Finish Line Catering
- Sun, July 12, 2026 4:00 PM - Close Finish Line Catering
- Sun, July 12, 2026 5:00 PM - Finish Line Closes
Registration Fees (All-in pricing except taxes)
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Beaver Hills Biosphere Tour (35 km)
The 35 km ride is the perfect blend of adventure and accessibility, set in the landscape of the Beaver Hills Biosphere. Designed for recreational riders and those looking to enjoy a rewarding challenge. Whether you’re riding socially, pushing your distance a little further, or taking part in the Poker Ride Adventure, the 35 km route delivers a real Biking Like a Viking experience—fresh air, great views, and the joy of cycling. Ideal for casual riders, families with older youth, and anyone looking to enjoy the Beaver Hills at a steady pace. (Non-Refundable)
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Register for Beaver Hills Biosphere Tour (35 km)CA$63.15
$55 + processing fees
Apr 17 - Jul 11
Biking Like A Viking Tour | Half Century Ride (55 km)
Enjoy the Biking Like a Viking Half Century 55 km ride which goes through the diverse landscapes of the Beaver Hills Biosphere. This 55 km route offers plenty of opportunity to take on the challenges of terrain shaped over 12,000 years and enjoy the Poker Ride Adventure. The well-place rest stop(s) along the way gives riders a chance to refuel, recover, and take in the views. An excellent for recreational riders who are comfortable with moderate distances and rolling terrain. (Non-Refundable)
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Register for Biking Like A Viking Tour | Half Century Ride (55 km)CA$63.15
$55 + processing fees
Apr 17 - Jul 11
Tour de L’Alberta | Metric Century Ride (100 km)
Join us for the Tour de L’Alberta Metric Century, a scenic 100 km ride through the diverse landscapes of the Beaver Hills Biosphere, shaped over 12,000 years. This well‑supported route features rolling terrain and ample rest stops to refuel, recover, and soak in the views. A great road ride for intermediate to advanced riders who are comfortable with longer distances and sustained riding. (Non-Refundable)
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Register for Tour de L’Alberta | Metric Century Ride (100 km)CA$113.10
$100 + processing fees
Apr 17 - Jul 11
Grand Tour de L’Alberta | Century Ride (160 km)
Built for riders who demand more, the Grand Tour de L’Alberta is a full 160 km century challenge through the varied landscapes of the Beaver Hills Biosphere. This is not a casual ride. Designed for strong, well‑prepared cyclists, the route tests endurance, pacing, and mental grit while rewarding riders with expansive views, rolling terrain, and the satisfaction that comes from conquering serious distance. Every kilometre is earned, and every finish is an accomplishment. The Grand Tour de L’Alberta is for those who train with purpose, ride with focus, and measure success in kilometres, elevation, and perseverance. Step up, go long, and prove you have what it takes. (Non-Refundable)
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Register for Grand Tour de L’Alberta | Century Ride (160 km)CA$157.51
$140 + processing fees
Apr 17 - Jul 11
- The following bikes are allowed: Road Bikes, Mountain Bikes and Pedal Assist E-bikes
- Participant needs to be 12 years or older
- Participant between 12 years and 18 years need to be accompanied by an adult. Waivers for participants between 12 years and 18 years need to be signed in person during race pack pickup.
2026 Maps Tour de L'Alberta|Biking Like a Viking COMING SOON.
The maps below are the maps of the 2025 Tour de L'Alberta|Biking Like a Viking. Participants will be provided with a link to Ride with GPS to load more details a few days before the event.
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The UNESCO-designated Beaver Hills Biosphere is a special place where people are living and working with nature to inspire a positive future. Ride participants can experience the distinct geography, diverse wildlife and exceptional natural areas of this unmistakable Alberta landscape. Biking like a Viking in the Biosphere will give participants a unique experience of the Beaver Hills Biosphere. Participants will be provided with a link to Ride with GPS a few days before the event. To read learn about Beaver Hills Biosphere, visit the website: https://www.beaverhills.ca
- 50% discount for Participants between 12 - 18 yrs old
The Canadian Birkebeiner Society promotes family participation and healthy activities for young people. For Tour de L'Aberta - Biking Like a Viking we are offering all participants between 12 - 18 yrs a 50% discount on the registration fee. Discount will be automatically applied during registration when registering a participant in the age group 12 - 18 yrs old. Please note a guardian will be required to sign a waiver for participants in this age group. - Earn money for your Cycle Club
If you are a Cycling Club and like to promote participation, please contact Ski@canadianbirkie.com to become a promoter of our event and earn 8% of our registration fees. See how it works. - Discounts for a team, family or group of friends
Groups with 4 to 10 participants will receive automatically a 10% discount with check out if they register all participants at once in one registration. Discounts will be automatically applied when registering a group of four people or more. - Canadian Birkie Festival Pass Holders
Please contact the Birkie office for your discount code if you have not receive the code by email.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Charles World
- Phone
- 587-985-3806
- Website
- Visit website
