FSA Bike Festival Riva 2026: You need to know about these participatory events

Three days, one lake, countless trails - the Bike Festival Riva del Garda is returning and promises to be an unforgettable experience for the entire bike community in 2026. Visitors can expect a perfect mix of sport, innovation and lifestyle right on the shores of the lake in the same location as last year.

The join-in events

Bike Marathon

The legendary Bike Marathon at the BIKE Festival Riva del Garda is your ultimate ride on epic trails - with crisp climbs and fast descents. Whether you're an ambitious racer or a passionate hobby biker, there are three routes, one destination - and the right challenge for every biker.

The Bike Marathon will take place on 2 May 2026. The start is at 7:30 am in the historic centre of Riva del Garda. The Ronda Piccola benefits from the new Rancion variant in the Tenno area and provides additional variety and exciting challenges.

• Ronda Extrema: 83 km | 3400 m elevation gain - The ultimate challenge for real trail heroes who are also after UCI points.
• Ronda Grande: 58 km | 2400 hm - Perfect mix of flow and challenge.
• Ronda Piccola: 31 km | 1065 m elevation gain - your perfect introduction to the marathon feeling.

E-bike marathon

Have you always wanted to take part in the bike marathon - but the metres in altitude have put you off? Then now is the perfect time: the eBike Marathon gives you the chance to take part in the legendary event as part of the Bike Festival Riva del Garda.

You can expect the same challenges, the same emotions and the same ambition - only without the time pressure of a ranking. Instead, the extra power of your e-bike will support you exactly where it counts most: on the steepest climbs. The focus is on one thing above all: fun, freedom and the pure experience on two wheels.

The route is a shortened version of the Ronda Grande - an ideal mix of flowing trails, technical passages and spectacular views of Garda Trentino. With 49 km and an altitude difference of 1,729 metres, the eBike Marathon offers you a perfect mix of flowing trails, incredible views and the support of your e-bike - for an unforgettable adventure!

MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino

The MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino is introducing a key change: The renowned gravel event will now be held on Sundays and will take a new route from Riva del Garda towards Valle dei Laghi. Several sections of the route were recently renovated in order to noticeably optimise the surface and therefore the riding experience.

Free start, optional timing, an impressive route and refreshment stations with regional specialities - this combination is what makes the event so special.

SCOTT Junior Trophy

At the SCOTT Junior Trophy, the spotlight is on young talent. Thanks to SCOTT as a long-standing sponsor, the young talents can once again look forward to optimal conditions and a professionally organised event.

The SCOTT Junior Trophy is the kids' race for everyone aged 3 to 14 (born between 2023 and 2012). On the course in Parco Miralago, the children can feel like real champions - because every participant is a winner here. To the applause of the spectators, a shiny finisher's medal awaits at the finish line as a personal honour and lasting memory. With more than 400 young bikers, the Junior Trophy is the sporting highlight of the year for many kids.
When: 1 May - 10:30 a.m. ; Where: Parco Miralago, Riva del Garda.

Bosch eMTB Challenge

The Bosch eMTB Challenge returns to the Ledro Valley with its stages - with completely redesigned sections. A special highlight is the spectacular panorama along the legendary Ponaleweg, which challenges riders of all abilities with varied passages and tasks.

The Challenge is aimed at all ability levels and is open to professional athletes as well as hobby bikers and occasional riders. You can choose between the "Advanced", "Amateur" and "Pro" categories and put your skills to the test. Around 300 participants compete for victory at the eMTB Challenge in a fun-orientated atmosphere.

Important: The most versatile eMTB rider wins here. Because the eMTB Challenge is not just about fitness and motor power, but above all about riding technique and orientation.