947 Ride Joburg 2026

Get your legs ready for the wildest urban safari in the Southern Hemisphere. Forget stalking big cats out in the bush—here, your bike takes absolute control of the asphalt savannah.

Head to the sizzling province of Gauteng, right in the heart of vibrant Johannesburg. The legendary 947 Ride Joburg sets up shop every year in mid-November for a monumental celebration of pedaling 😎. The official menu features a single event designed to set enthusiasts’ thighs on fire. Purists get a formidable road route of 97 km with exactly 1,398 mD+ 🤩.

The course gives you a crazy experience on massive highways and urban boulevards completely closed to traffic. The start hits hard from the forecourt of the iconic FNB Stadium. The route then keeps coming without a breather, with the roller-coaster sections of the M1 South highway and the leg-breaking climb of Witkoppen Road 😉. This generally fast-rolling profile hides some seriously sneaky bits to keep your calves burning for the long haul.

The overall atmosphere borders on pure collective madness, with more than 23,000 supercharged cyclists on the start line. Its status as the world’s second-largest timed cycling gathering sets the tone for the local fervor and the surrounding noise 🥳. The gigantic human tide then enjoys the buzzing finish village to debrief the times and share an intensely friendly moment 💛.

After the race, extend the fun without going too far. A few ideas less than an hour’s drive away are yours for the taking. Head to Constitution Hill for a dose of South African history and a powerful place to visit as a couple or with family. The Apartheid Museum promises a memorable visit—perfect for adding meaning to the trip 🧳. Join Soweto for full-on cultural immersion, with guided tours suited to everyone. Gold Reef City is, finally, the ideal option if you’re coming with children, somewhere between an amusement park and mining heritage 🛝.

Hop on your best steed, clip your shoes in tight, and come leave your legendary pedal stroke on South African asphalt!