Around Ras al-Khaimah

Route overview

Cyclists looking for a challenging 62km ride with significant climbing in mountainous terrain.

A 62km cycle route starting and ending in Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, climbing 1475m in the Hajar Mountains.

Starting from Atmar near Ras al-Khaimah at 169m elevation, the route heads through Ad Daqayiq and Lahsa, Wadi Jib, gradually climbing towards Baighit. At 9.3km the main climb of 23.8km begins, gaining 1323m at an average of 5.6%, reaching its highest point at 1613m around 33.5km. This half accounts for 81% of the total elevation gain. Descending from the high point near Baighit, the route passes through Dafalas and Wassab, with a gradual profile leading back to Ras al-Khaimah at 62.3km. The route crosses from United Arab Emirates into Oman and back. Several viewpoints and rest areas are found primarily on the climb and near the high point, beneath peaks such as Jabal Maqatail (1556m) and Jabal ar Rahrah (1691m).

Highlights

• Main climb: 23.8km at 5.6% average gradient
• Highest point: 1613m at 33.5km
• Peaks near route: Jabal Maqatail, Jabal ar Rahrah
• Rest areas and viewpoints between 15km and 41km

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

3½–5 hours riding

Season

Mar

Know before you go

• Steep maximum gradient of 7% on the main climb
• No water or fuel points listed beyond 1.5km (ADNOC)

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.