FSA Bike Festival Riva 2026: What awaits you on Lake Garda away from the hustle and bustle of racing

This year, the festival experience is being expanded to include numerous guided tours and side events, all of which can already be booked online. Early risers can start the day together with the awakening Lake Garda on the Sunrise Ride, while the Sunset Ride brings the trails to life in the golden light of the evening. For gravel enthusiasts, there is a special Gravel Ride that opens up new trails off the beaten track.

Under the motto "Ride Like a Pro!", the MTB School offers professional technique training with experienced guides. Those who prefer travelling with electric assistance can choose between two guided eMTB tours: The tour to San Pietro promises panoramic views and a panoramic climb, while the tour through the Mega Marocche takes you through the spectacular rocky landscape of this unique geological formation.

Bike Festival Award 2026: Innovation meets sustainability

New this year are three additional categories that emphasise the festival's commitment to the future and responsibility. The Innovation Award honours pioneering products from the world of cycling, while the Sustainability Award recognises the most sustainable initiative. The Start-up Award recognises young companies that have been active in the bike market for less than two years and bring a breath of fresh air to the industry. A high-calibre international jury assesses the submissions.

Uli Stanciu, pioneer of the European MTB scene, founder of BIKE Magazine and the Bike Festival itself, will chair the committee. He will be assisted by Giampaolo Allocco, an award-winning Italian designer with over 40 international awards such as the Red Dot and Good Design Award, and Marco Menin as graphic designer and creative director. Fiorenza Baratti, a guide and sustainability ambassador with a degree in environmental sciences, contributes her expertise in conscious, nature-based travel. Michael Rieder is an expert in engineering and design in the mobility sector and makes up the high-calibre committee. This is where pioneering spirit meets vision. Last but not least: BIKE editor and gravel enthusiast Sandra Schuberth completes the jury with her expertise as a bike journalist.

Merchandise: style meets sustainability

The official merchandise is already available and consistently focusses on sustainability. T-shirts made from organic cotton and socks made from recycled yarn. The popular Gravel clothing line is still available. Whether as a gift or to show off that festival feeling all year round - the products combine style with responsibility and allow everyone to make a statement for conscious consumption.

Holiday special offers and vouchers

The unique holiday package combines accommodation, event and emotion into a stress-free 360° bike festival experience. Everything is coordinated for maximum enjoyment with minimum planning effort. The Bike Festival voucher is now also available and makes the perfect gift. The voucher is valid for one year and can be redeemed for accommodation, guided tours and official merchandise - both online and at all info points in Garda Trentino.