12th Edition · 7–10 August 2026

Tour de Krans Pretoria → God's Window

A fun, fully-supported 4-day mountain bike tour through the Mpumalanga highlands. Big climbs, great friends and one unforgettable finish at the Big Krans.

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Days riding

349km

Total distance

5 170m

Total climbing

12th

Annual tour

FinishGod's Window

Total climb5 170 m

More than a race

Ride for the passion, not the podium

From Skuilkrans in Pretoria to God's Window, the Big Krans. The purpose of the Tour de Krans is to share our passion for cycling and adventure, make new friends and build networks along the way.

Bring the familyNon-riding family can join at a reduced price; they arrange their own transport and can second you on the route.
A cause that mattersWe ride in support of our Purpose 2 Passion outreach for teenagers growing up without a father in the house.
Every rider supportedSupport vehicles, refreshments and a friendly crew keep the whole bunch rolling, front to back.

Aerial drone view of Tour de Krans riders climbing a dirt trail

10+ yrs

of riding from Pretoria to the edge of the escarpment

Full support

Support vehicles stop every 25–30 km for refreshments and water. Nobody gets left behind.

Real beds

Comfortable overnight stops at Kruisrivier, a Dullstroom farm and Sabie, far better than a tent.

Dinner, bed & breakfast

DBB plus refreshments, support staff and vehicles are all included in your entry price.

Epic scenery

Loskop Dam, the Dullstroom highlands, the Long Tom Pass and the cliffs of God's Window.

The route · 4 stages

From Pretoria to the Big Krans

The tour starts at 06:00 at NG Kerk Skuilkrans, Pretoria. Riders and bikes are moved by support vehicle to the real start, about 20 km past Bronkhorstspruit, then we ride east to the escarpment over four days.

Past the Loskop Dam Nature Reserve to Kruisrivier Youth Camp, where we enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast.

A shorter but steeper day into the highlands. DBB at a beautiful farm just outside Dullstroom.

The big one. The 21 km Long Tom Pass is optional, but a great challenge for stronger riders. We stay at Oom Gawie se Plek in Sabie.

Shorter but challenging; we finish the Tour de Krans at the BIG KRANS, God's Window, then return to Pretoria by support vehicle.

Be ready to ride

What to bring

The essentials for four days on the bike. Pack the compulsory kit, keep your bike serviced, and the crew will handle the rest.

Bike & spares

Compulsory

Serviced MTB: brakes, tyres & derailleurs in top condition
Helmet, cycling shoes & rear red light
Water bottle or hydration pack
Repair kit: tube/tubeless plugs, 2× CO₂ + adaptor, lube
Quick link (10/11-speed), chain breaker & multi-tool

Cycling clothes

Compulsory + extras

4 sets of kit & socks, or wash each night
Gloves (summer + winter) for chilly mornings
Waterproof cycling jacket
Glasses, arm warmers, buff & thermal base layer
Chamois cream & comfy casual clothes for evenings

Nutrition

Good to know

Breakfast & dinner provided daily; meals are generous
Bring your own on-bike nutrition (stored on support vehicle)
Cash for roadside stops & lunch on the last day
Special-diet food must be non-perishable (no fridges)
Biltong, droëwors & treats regenerate tired legs

Don't forget: bring a sleeping bag and pillow for the first night at Kruisrivier. A full packing list, including recommended and optional spares, is handed out before the tour.

Entry · 2026

Book your place

Celebrating our 12th tour, the Tour de Krans runs 7–10 August 2026 and is open for bookings. Dinner, bed & breakfast, refreshments and full vehicle support are all included.