Get ready for the ultimate mountain bike experience in Austria's largest bike region, Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn! From June 5 to 8, the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series 2025 will bring together cross-country, downhill, and enduro athletes for one thrilling 'super event.'
While the cross-country elite will launch the action in Araxá (Brazil) next week, the enduro and downhill riders will have to wait until mid-May, when their UCI World Cup season begins in Pietra Ligure (Italy) and Bielsko-Biała (Poland). In June, all the formats will unite for the first time at a “super event” in Saalfelden Leogang, where the full force of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series will unfold.
Saalfelden Leogang, a proud UCI Bike Region, is gearing up to welcome over 1,000 athletes from 30+ countries back to Salzburger Land this year. Local hero and downhill star Vali Höll surely has unforgettable memories from her 2023 showdown, when she finally overcame her Leogang curse and secured her first UCI World Cup win on home turf. Now, as the reigning UCI Downhill World Champion and overall WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series winner (Women Elite, Downhill), she’s aiming for the Leogang hat-trick!
“My home UCI World Cup in Saalfelden Leogang is always something special. It's a true season highlight that I eagerly anticipate. Not only because my friends and family are there to support and celebrate with me, but also because the organization and atmosphere are flawless. Winning a UCI World Cup at home for the third consecutive time would be an absolute dream", said Vali Höll.
Alongside Vali, local hero Laura Stigger also has cherished memories of the Saalfelden Leogang UCI World Cup events.
“The races in the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series are all top-tier events. But racing on Austrian soil is something truly unique. I’m always supported by countless friends and fans here, which gives me an extra boost of motivation. I have many positive sporting memories of Leogang. This year, my goal is once again to fight for podium positions. As always, the motto is: ‘Full throttle’”, said Laura Stigger.
RACE PROGRAM:
Friday, 6 June:
- UCI Cross-country Short Track (XCC) World Cup (U23 and Elite)
- UCI Downhill World Cup Qualifications (Junior and Elite)
Saturday, 7 June:
- UCI Downhill World Cup Finals (Junior and Elite)
Sunday, 8 June:
- UCI Cross-country Olympic (XCO) (U23 and Elite)
- UCI Enduro World Cup
Tickets for this extraordinary bike weekend are available here. It's worth grabbing them quickly - demand is high, and tickets usually sell out fast.
Of course, the event weekend not only offers thrilling race highlights but also once again impresses with varied side events, parties, an extensive expo, autograph sessions, and much more.
All further details about the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in Saalfelden Leogang can be found at www.mtb-weltcup.at.
For all those who cannot be onsite in Saalfelden Leogang, there is the option of following the final races live on various channels. All information about where which race will be broadcast, can be found here.
ACCREDITATION FOR JOURNALISTS:
Media accreditation for the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in Saalfelden Leogang 2025 is already open and will close on Friday, 6 June 2025. All relevant information can be found HERE.
AUSTRIA'S LARGEST BIKE REGION
Together with Saalbach Hinterglemm and Fieberbrunn, Saalfelden Leogang forms Austria's largest bike region, boasting nine mountain railways across seven mountains, a joint bike ticket, and more than 105 kilometers of trails, 45 kilometers of which are found in the Epic Bikepark Leogang alone. These trails—some of which are brand new—are open daily from May 9 to November 9.
Saalfelden Leogang offers specialized bike hotels with top-notch services tailored to all aspects of biking, including secure bike storage, tool rentals, and laundry services for dirty clothes. In Saalfelden, options like Hotel Das Saal (which opened in summer 2024) and Ritzenhof - Hotel und Spa am See are great choices, while in Leogang, guests can enjoy stays at Hotel Bacher, Hotel Leonhard, Hotel Der Löwe - Lebe Frei, Mama Thresl, Riederalm - Good Life Resort Leogang, Biohotel Rupertus, Hotel Salzburger Hof, Hotel Stockinggut, Hotel Puradies, Hotel Krallerhof, and Naturhotel Forsthofgut. A full list of bike-friendly accommodations in the Saalfelden Leogang region can be found here.
For those looking to improve their riding skills, trained bike guides are available to help at the Elements bike school, where MTB experts offer valuable tips and guidance. You can also take part in various bike camps. Additionally, sports shops like Sport Mitterer and Bikepoint offer a range of equipment, bikes, and protective gear, most of which can be rented.
