Where does Etape Loch Ness take place?

Etape Loch Ness takes place in Inverness, UK.

How is Etape Loch Ness rated by runners?

Etape Loch Ness has an average rating of 4.90 out of 5 from 202 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Etape Loch Ness like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Challenging (46% of reviews), Large Festival Atmosphere (92% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (64% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (62% of reviews).

Etape Loch Ness reviews

Name: Etape Loch Ness
Start: 2026-04-26
End: 2026-04-26
Location: Inverness, UK
Rating: 4.90

Terry B.

5.0

· 2026 Long ·

A fantastic event. Everything was really well organised, the route is stunning and everyone rode with a smile on their faces. I'll be back and would recommend anyone to come and experience it for themselves.

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Steph A.

5.0

· 2026 Long ·

Stunning route, challenging climbs, great camaraderie between riders. Food at finish is immense! The friendliest volunteers, very well organised. The only one thing i would say is only 1 space to get an official pic with your bike with branding behind. Other Sportives I've be...

Stunning route, challenging climbs, great camaraderie between riders. Food at finish is immense! The friendliest volunteers, very well organised. The only one thing i would say is only 1 space to get an official pic with your bike with branding behind. Other Sportives I've been to have had more, easier when lots of folk coming in at once.

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Car B.

4.7

· 2026 Long ·

My eighth time and a staple part of my annual cycling events. Stunning scenery, well organised with a challenging climb, but the highlight is the storming descent back to Inverness. Great mix of people, abilities and bikes.

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Anne-Marie G.

5.0

· 2026 66 miles ·

Absolutely fantastic event with seamless organisation!

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Sarah (.

4.7

· 2026 Long ·

2nd time riding the Etape and it remains my favourite. The location is absolutely stunning and having closed roads is a dream. It’s an incredibly well organised event that I would highly recommend. Can’t wait for next year!

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Andrew M.

5.0

· 2026 Long ·

My 5th time doing the Etape Loch Ness! Great atmosphere, amazing views, friendly & encouraging staff throughout. Very well organised.

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Darren B.

4.8

· 2026 Long ·

First time at this one, but superbly organised. 6500 riders across the line without a hitch, so impressed. Everyone was really nice, and feed stations had excellent baked savoury snacks. Course itself is tough, but satisfying. The mountain in the middle is like nothing else I'...

First time at this one, but superbly organised. 6500 riders across the line without a hitch, so impressed. Everyone was really nice, and feed stations had excellent baked savoury snacks. Course itself is tough, but satisfying. The mountain in the middle is like nothing else I've ever tried and you'll never be more pleased to see a piper 😁 but heartily recommended.

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Melissa P.

5.0

· 2026 Long ·

My second ever sportive and I was really impressed. The whole event ran like clockwork. The food stations were great, fantastic snacks, High 5 gels and drinks too. The locals were out cheering along the route which was fantastic to see. It was a fabulous atmosphere from start t...

My second ever sportive and I was really impressed. The whole event ran like clockwork. The food stations were great, fantastic snacks, High 5 gels and drinks too. The locals were out cheering along the route which was fantastic to see. It was a fabulous atmosphere from start to finish, and I've signed up for next year's alerts already.

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Graeme H.

5.0

· 2026 Long ·

This was my first etape loch ness. Had an amazing day, the best organised and run event i have had the privilege of participating in. A very challenging course but well worth the effort. If you are thinking of doing it , go for it you certainly won't regret it. Can't wait to d...

This was my first etape loch ness. Had an amazing day, the best organised and run event i have had the privilege of participating in. A very challenging course but well worth the effort. If you are thinking of doing it , go for it you certainly won't regret it. Can't wait to do it again next year. Amazing scenery especially from the top of the climb at Glendoe.

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Megan g.

4.7

· 2026 Long ·

Really well organised event and had a great atmosphere both on the course and afterwards at the event area.

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