Tour die Kapellen
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 1st and Main Street, Hays, KS
- Distance
- 15 Mile Ride - 1 Chapel · 30 Mile Ride - 2 Chapels · 52 Mile Ride - 3 Chapels & more
From the Organizer
The Tour die Kapellen (Tour of the Chapels) was organized in 2019 as a joint venture between four rural communities in the Ellis County area along with members of the Hays Symphony and Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau. Through the efforts of volunteers from Hays Area Bicyclists, Catherine, Victoria, Pfeifer, Munjor, Schoenchen, Antonino, Walker and the Fort Hays State Music Department, the event has become a popular, uniquely supported, organized cycling ride. The event celebrates the Volga-German heritage in the Ellis County area, as riders visit historic limestone churches, experience the ethnic culture, and listen to professional musicians at each venue – all through a commute on cycle. The solitude of the open, rural terrain is an added bonus for anyone hoping to escape a hectic, daily routine. The small town, midwest friendliness is unforgettable to all visiting Ellis County. In 2022, the Bus Tour was added to accommodate the non-cyclists traveling to Hays.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
93°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hays, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hays, KS
Population
21,078
as of 2023
Elevation
2,023 ft
Nearest Airport
HYS
Hays Regional Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Tour die Kapellen?
- Tour die Kapellen is a running race held in Hays, Kansas on July 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Tour die Kapellen?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Hays, Kansas at 1st and Main Street, Hays, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tour die Kapellen?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Tour die Kapellen
Jul 11, 2026