Welcome to Gotland Grand National 2.0 in Hejdeby!

You will find all the information you need as a visitor to Gotland Grand National 2.0 regarding the area in Hejdeby and the competition. This guide will help you find your way and stay updated: where to purchase entry tickets, race start times and classes, how the buses operate within the area, exhibitors in the exhibition zone, and what you can buy in our food corner.

It is essential that you, as a visitor, show respect and follow our directives! The area in Hejdeby consists of many natural and animal habitats. Other than bicycles, no vehicles are allowed along the entire track and within the arenas. Cars will be parked around Lundbygatan, and buses will take you to the event area. Bring your bike from home and save money.

Admission for all cyclists is only 1 SEK.
By choosing to cycle to the event, you not only contribute to reducing traffic in the area but also save money, with admission for all cyclists at just 1 SEK. Plus, you’ll enjoy the added convenience of being able to move around the event area with your own bicycle.

 Oct 24-26 th 2024

It´s a festival

Premier GGN 2.0

30 exhibitors

Hejdeby

Thursday 24 october
10:00 – MTB
Amateur, D/H
Sport, D/H
Youth Sport, B/G

14:00 –  E-Bike
MTB E- Bike 250w/25km/h Amateur, D/H
MTB E- Bike 250w/25km/h Sport, D/H

Friday, October 25th
8.30 – Class 5 (Golden helmet 50 cc)
8.30 – Class 10, 11 (Veteran)
9.30 – Class 4 (Golden helmet 65 cc)
10.30 – Class 3 (Golden helmet 85 cc)
10.00 – Class 1.2 (Youth)
12.45 – Class 7 (50-59) startnr 1000-1399.
12.55 – Class 7 (50-59) startnr 1400-1999.
13.05 – Class 8,9,10,11,12 (Women 15-29, Women 30+, Military, 60+,  Adventure)

Saturday October 26th
8.40 – Class 4 (15-29)
8.55 – Class 5 (30-39)
9.10 – Class 6 (40-49)
12.30 – Class 1, 2, 3 (Elite, Senior, Junior)

Tracks

The MTB and E-Bike track is approximately 10 km long, located in parts of Arena 1, with a cycling time of 2 hours.

The track for youth and veterans is a loop of about 14 km that includes lap counting, a fuel loop, and a finish line. Youth class has a ride time of 2 hours, while the veteran class has a ride time of 1 hour.

The track for Golden Helmet is about 2.5 km long, with a ride time of 45 minutes.

The Amateur & elite track is approximately 25 km between two limestone quarries, including a fuel loop, lap counting, and a finish line. In all classes, the ride time is 3 hours.

Good to know!

Welcome to Hejdeby without vehicles.

Road 147 will be closed during the competition on Friday and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Therefore, we direct all spectators to park on Lundbygatan in Visby, where buses will shuttle everyone to the event area and the starting line. The bus fare is included in the ticket price. For those cycling from home, entry is only 1 SEK.

Free buses
Buses will run between Lundbygatan – Arena 1 – Start crossing 1 – Start crossing 2 – Arena 2. Check the spectator map for bus stops. The buses operate on Friday and Saturday between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Healthcare Organization
Medical resources are available around the track and in the competition area. The competition area is equipped with a heart starter. If you as a public discover someone in need of help, call our emergency number 0761-29 72 43 and contact an official immediately. First aid-cabin is in depot 1 and doctors are at the medical area (see map).

We care about environmental and nature conservation.
We appeal to all participants, officials, suppliers, partners, and visitors to respect the area’s natural and animal habitats, including Alvarlands, wetlands, Natura 2000 areas, ancient monuments, crayfish habitats, and many other valuable natural resources. Please dispose of your waste responsibly at one of the Ragnsells recycling stations.

Off-road driving
All forms of off-road driving within the area are prohibited without special permission. Participants can drive to their start point, provided they wear a helmet. All other driving within the area, including cars, motorcycles, and mopeds (including electric vehicles), is prohibited.

Officials
Without about 600 officials from 15 associations, GGN would not have been possible. In total, the associations earn about SEK 600,000 per contest / year for their efforts.

Trade fair
Welcome to the center for the entire GGN, an event area with exhibitors, food corners and TV monitors. Friday and Saturday 8 am-5pm

Food corner
The food area offers a taste sensation with selection from different parts of the world. Thursday 12.00-18.00 Friday: 8.00-17.00 Saturday: 8.00-17.00

Toilet
Toilets are in the event area. Public toilets are marked with arrows.

Free wifi at Hejdeby!
Follow your favorites online. You do not need a password to connect.

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBER
Alarm number: 0761-29 72 43
Office: 0498-69 12 00

Entry tickets

Entrance 1 day: 150 SEK incl. bus transfer.
Entrance 2 days: 250 SEK incl. bus transfer.
Free for children under 12 years
1 SEK if you cycle in!

New this year is that no vehicles are allowed in Hejdeby. All visitors are directed to park at Lundbygatan in Visby, where you can purchase your entry ticket on the bus (bus fare included). You are encouraged to buy your tickets in advance, but it is also possible to pay with Swish on-site at the buses.

Book here

Meet Santa!

Yes, he’s real, and he’s in Hejdeby!

Opposite Hejdeby Church, a little further into the forest, you’ll find Tomtebyn (Santa’s Village). It welcomes visitors during the Christmas season but will also be open on October 24-26 from 11 AM to 3 PM. Take the opportunity to visit! You’re also welcome to bring sausages and grill them over the fire in the middle of the village. Free entry – welcome!

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