Bike Festival Riva del Garda, Italy 2027

• avril 30, 2027
  Date de l'événement :
• 2 mai 2027
  Fin de l'événement :

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Bike Festival Riva del Garda is Europe’s largest outdoor bike festival and the undisputed season opener for the international off-road community, welcoming tens of thousands of bike fans, from UCI professionals and amateur riders to families and gravel enthusiasts, for three days full of energy, innovation and Italian dolce vita. What to expect is a unique combination of a huge outdoor expo, world-class sport, and holiday flair set directly on the shores of Lake Garda, where the spectacular mountains meet the lake and create an iconic playground for mountain biking.

For more than three decades, the festival has been a must-attend event, transforming Riva del Garda into the beating heart of cycling. The centrepiece is the attractive outdoor exhibition where all the big bike brands present their new products, with extensive fair and test offers. In recent editions the expo has featured over 200 exhibitors and 400 brands, more than 1,500 bikes available for free testing across MTB, gravel and e-bikes, 80,000 festival attendees and 2,500 active participants in races and tours. Entrance to the Expo Area is free, with fast and intuitive online registration, making it accessible to everyone.

The sports programme caters to every level, from competitive events like the historic Bike Marathon Garda Trentino, eBike Marathon, MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino and Bosch eMTB Challenge to guided tours, skill sessions, Open Night with live music, deejay sets, sweepstakes and gastronomy, and the Junior Trophy for children. The lively atmosphere extends from sunrise on the mountain to aperitifs on the lake shore, welcoming the entire off-road community whether you ride mountain bike, gravel bike or eMTB. Whether your first trail or challenging descents, the festival combines sporting diversity with the Italian way of life, making Garda Trentino the place to be for bike fans from all over Europe.

Dates des matchs/événements

Dates des événements : 30 April – 2 May, 2027
Édition : 33rd edition of the FSA Bike Festival Riva del Garda
Dealer and Preview Days: 29 April and 30 April morning reserved for distributor meetings and industry previews
Public Expo Opening: Three full days from morning to evening
Race Programme: Bike Marathon and eBike Marathon scheduled for opening race day, MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino on closing day, with accreditation at Hotel Luise, Viale Rovereto 9, 38066 Riva del Garda
Emplacement : Bike Festival Expo Area, Largo Medaglie d’Oro al Valor Militare 5, Viale Rovereto, 38066 Riva del Garda TN, Italy
Contact de l'organisateur : +39 0464 554444, info@bikefestivalriva.com, https://www.bikefestivalriva.com/
World-Class Additions: Debut of HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup and UCI Gravel World Series in this edition

The festival marks the official opening of the international off-road season.

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Stade et site sportif

Nom du lieu : Bike Festival Expo Area, Riva del Garda
Adresse : Largo Medaglie d’Oro al Valor Militare 5, Viale Rovereto, 38066 Riva del Garda TN, Italy
Venue Type: Outdoor trade fair and race village with direct access to trails, lakefront and historic town centre
Expo Grounds: Large open-air exhibition space with modular stands, test tracks, stage areas and food courts, designed to host 200 exhibitors and 400 brands across 45,000+ sqm of accessible terrain
Race Courses: Natural amphitheatre of Garda Trentino, including iconic MTB routes in the Alps, technical single trails around Arco, Varone and Torbole sul Garda, gravel paths through Valle dei Laghi and Valle di Ledro, and panoramic lake shore sections

The sports venue is not a traditional stadium but an entire region transformed into a race course. Facilities include accreditation office at Hotel Luise, start and finish arches on the lakefront, timing zones for gravel stages, e-bike charging stations, bike storage with personal code access and video surveillance, repair desks, locker rooms, toilets and medical support. All event facilities have been designed and arranged to make the entire Festival accessible to everyone. The city’s sports infrastructure, combined with apartments offering bicycle storage and rental agreements with reserved discounts, creates a vibrant centre of cycling during the festival.

Programme complet des rencontres ou des événements

Structure générale : Three days of world-class sport, a committed response from visitors and a comprehensive programme that includes expo, test rides, races, tours and side events.

Day One – Opening and Marathon Day: The festival opens with official opening ceremony and Distributor Meeting, followed by the flagship Bike Marathon Garda Trentino and eBike Marathon. These marathons test endurance and technique on iconic courses and serve as the opening round of the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup, opening the season on the shores of Lake Garda.

Day Two – Gravel and eMTB Focus: The programme continues with Bosch eMTB Challenge, Junior Trophy for children from 3 to 14 years old, guided tours, skill sessions and Open Night with live music, deejay set, sweepstakes and gastronomy in the Expo area. The Expo remains open with full test ride operations.

Day Three – Gravel World Series Finale: Closing day features MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino, a timed gravel race across three stages with fantastic routes, regional specialties, refreshment stops with local products and strong sense of community. This race is part of the UCI Gravel World Series, increasing prestige and international visibility.

Side Programme: Throughout all days, the Expo offers more than 1,500 bikes for free testing, product presentations, workshops with experts, shows, guided trail tours through Garda Trentino, and evening entertainment.

Équipes, athlètes et participants

Professional Athletes: UCI World Cup professionals competing in the HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup and UCI Gravel World Series, including international elite teams, factory riders and national champions. The new level of racing brings athletes, professionals and an international audience to Riva del Garda, increasing the prestige of the entire event.

Amateur and Enthusiast Riders: Thousands of amateur riders from across Europe participating in the Bike Marathon across multiple distance options, eBike Marathon, Gravel Garda Trentino and Bosch eMTB Challenge. Participants range from first-time marathon riders to experienced enduro and cross-country racers.

Young Riders: Junior Trophy categories for children, with age-appropriate courses and safety support, encouraging next-generation participation.

Brands and Teams: Over 400 brands represented through 200 exhibitors including major bike manufacturers, component brands like Full Speed Ahead which is title sponsor for three years, e-bike drive system providers, apparel and accessory companies, and tourism partners.

Communauté: Families, holiday visitors and local residents who join the free Expo, test rides and evening events, creating a festival that welcomes everyone.

Format du tournoi et structure de la compétition

HERO UCI Marathon World Cup Format: The Bike Marathon Garda Trentino joins the World Cup for the first time as the opening round. The marathon format is cross-country marathon XCM with mass start, multiple distance options typically including full marathon, short and classic routes, with timed results, age group categories and UCI points for elite categories.

eBike Marathon Format: Dedicated e-bike marathon with same courses adapted for e-bikes, with battery management and technical sections. Participation fee structure similar to main marathon, with services including timing, refreshments, medical and bike support.

MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino Format: Gravel race with timekeeping on three stages, free start window, wow-worthy tracks and refreshment stops with local specialties. The focus is on adventure, landscapes and community alongside competition, with overall and stage rankings.

Bosch eMTB Challenge Format: Skill and endurance based e-MTB competition combining uphill, downhill and technical sections with energy management, open to all e-MTB riders.

Junior and Side Events: Non-competitive tours, guided rides and skill sessions without ranking, focused on experience and learning.

Horaires des matchs/événements

Horaires de l'Expo : 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM daily, with extended evening opening on Open Night with live music and deejay set until late.

Race Start Times: Bike Marathon and eBike Marathon typically start early morning around 07:30 AM to 09:00 AM with staggered starts by distance. Gravel Garda Trentino starts around 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM with free start option. Exact start times are published in the official race guide and communicated via accreditation office at Hotel Luise.

Accreditation Office Hours: Open daily from early morning to evening for number pickup, timing chip distribution and information.

Test Ride Hours: Continuous during Expo opening hours, with more than 1,000 MTBs and e-MTBs available for free testing on marked trails.

Événements secondaires : Shows, workshops and guided tours scheduled throughout the day with evening programme including Open Night.

Types de billets

Expo Visitor Ticket: $0 USD, free entry to Expo Area with mandatory online registration. Entrance to Expo grounds is free, with 80,000 festival attendees in recent editions. Registration is fast and intuitive via official website.

Photo Exhibition Ticket: $4.50 USD, converted from €4 for access to special exhibitions such as Bike Festival Revival photo exhibition on select days, free on final day.

Race Registration: Pricing varies by period and discipline. Based on previous editions, standard structure converted to USD:

Bike Marathon Registration: $55 USD to $88 USD depending on early bird until mid-February, regular period and late registration, converted from €50 to €80 range.

eBike Marathon Registration: $55 USD, converted from €50, includes same services as main marathon including timing, refreshments, medical, bike storage and finisher services.

MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino Registration: $71 USD to $109 USD converted from €65 to €100 range, including timekeeping on three stages, refreshment stops and regional specialties.

Bosch eMTB Challenge: $33 USD to $55 USD converted from €30 to €50.

Junior Trophy: $11 USD to $22 USD converted from €10 to €20 for children categories.

All race registrations include official platform fee, cancellation protection option at checkout, and are managed together with organizer via ENDU platform.

Phases de mise à disposition des billets

Phase d'inscription anticipée : Opens in autumn preceding the festival, offering lowest registration fees for Bike Marathon routes until mid-February. This phase rewards early commitment and helps organizers plan course logistics.

Phase régulière : From late February to late April, with standard pricing for all races. During this phase, expo visitor registration is also open with free entry.

Late and On-Site Phase: Registrations remain open online until two days before each race and on-site at Accreditation Office at Hotel Luise, Viale Rovereto 9. On-site registration includes surcharge and is subject to availability.

Expo Registration: Open year-round with free ticket available immediately after providing details and accepting privacy policy and general regulations.

Options VIP et hôtellerie

Title Sponsor Hospitality: Full Speed Ahead title sponsor hospitality area with dedicated lounge, product previews and Distributor Meeting on Sunday before public opening.

Brand Hospitality: Many major brands operate VIP areas within Expo with catering, private test ride slots and product presentations by appointment.

Holiday Packages: Official holiday packages available via Garda Trentino, combining accommodation at best online price with Garda Guest Card included, 500+ verified accommodations, no commissions, bike services including storage with code access, video surveillance, rental agreements with reserved discount, and guided tours.

Forfaits hôteliers : Special offers such as two nights accommodation in Smart room type with free upgrade from €254, converted to $275 USD, including breakfast, bike storage and wellness facilities at special price.

Corporate Groups: Custom packages for corporate teams and clubs including group registrations, guided tours, team tents in race village and catering.

Règles du stade et de l’événement

General Rules: Participation is free of charge for Expo visitors and reserved exclusively for registered visitors. All participating companies have right to use Bike Festival Award wording for finalist and winner communication.

Règles de la course : Helmets mandatory for all races, e-bikes must comply with local regulations, timing chips mandatory, follow marked courses, respect environmental rules including no littering on trails, and adhere to marshals instructions.

Expo Rules: Test rides require ID deposit and signed waiver, bikes must be returned on time, follow test track directions, and use designated parking lots close to festival that can be used by everyone.

Sécurité : Medical support on courses, bike patrols, and accreditation office as central information point. Facilities including parking, toilets, locker rooms, food and music are provided.

Accessibility Rules: All event facilities designed to make entire Festival accessible to everyone, with parking lots close to festival usable by everyone and accessible routes to Expo and race village.

Comment y arriver

En voiture: Riva del Garda is accessible via A22 Brennero motorway, exit Rovereto Sud – Lago di Garda, then follow SS240 towards Riva del Garda. Follow signs for Bike Festival Expo Area and parking.

En train et en bus : Nearest train stations are Rovereto and Trento, with bus connections to Riva del Garda via Trentino Trasporti. Shuttle services are organized during festival period.

En avion : Airports include Verona, Bergamo, Milan and Venice with bus and train connections to Riva del Garda via Garda Trentino.

Local Navigation: Address for navigation is Largo Medaglie d’Oro al Valor Militare 5, 38066 Riva del Garda, Viale Rovereto. The Expo is located near Hotel Luise and Palazzo Riccamboni apartments.

Transports en commun et stationnement

Transports publics : Local buses connect Riva del Garda with Torbole, Nago and Arco, with increased frequency during festival. Bike-friendly buses accommodate bikes in trailers.

Stationnement : Parking lots close to festival can be used by everyone, including dedicated festival parking areas, municipal lots and Park and Ride options. Parking costs vary, with some lots free for accredited participants and paid for general visitors.

Navette : Festival shuttle connecting parking areas, Expo and accommodation areas during peak hours.

Bike Access: Riva del Garda is highly bike-friendly, with cycle paths along lake and bike storage facilities at accommodation with personal code access and video surveillance.

Zones d’hébergement

Riva del Garda Centre: Walking distance to Expo Area, with hotels, apartments such as Palazzo Riccamboni offering all comforts including bicycle storage on ground floor, and 4-star hotels like Hotel Oasi Active&Relax with bike services such as storage and repair desk.

Torbole sul Garda and Nago: North of Riva, with wind sports atmosphere, apartments and hotels with lake views and bike facilities.

Arco and Varone: Inland climbing and MTB hub, with affordable apartments and bike hotels offering rental agreements with reserved discount.

Garda Trentino Region: Valle di Ledro, Valle dei Laghi, Comano Terme and Lake Tenno area, with 500+ verified accommodations available via official booking platform, Garda Guest Card included for free public transport and attractions.

Holiday Packages: Dedicated packages designed to let you enjoy festival at its fullest, combining accommodation, race entry, guided tours and wellness.

Nourriture et boissons sur le lieu

Festival Gastronomy: Food courts within Expo Area offering local Trentino specialties, Italian cuisine, energy food for athletes, beer gardens and coffee bars. Refreshment stops on gravel stages feature regional specialties and culinary delights.

Local Restaurants: Riva del Garda offers extensive restaurant scene from lake fish to mountain cuisine, with many venues offering bike-friendly outdoor seating.

Athlete Catering: Dedicated catering for race participants at finish areas with recovery food, drinks and local products.

Evening Programme: Open Night includes gastronomy stands, live music and aperitifs on lake shore, combining sporting diversity with Italian way of life.

Accessibilité

Inclusive Design: All event facilities have been designed and arranged to make entire Festival accessible to everyone, including accessible routes, toilets and viewing areas.

Stationnement : Parking lots close to festival can be used by everyone, with reserved spaces for disabled visitors near entrances.

Bike Storage: Secure bike storage with personal code access and video surveillance to keep bike safe and secure, available at accommodation and Expo.

Services: Medical support, information points and accreditation office at Hotel Luise provide assistance for visitors with special needs.

Meilleurs matchs/événements auxquels assister

Bike Marathon Garda Trentino: Historic marathon that takes in some of most iconic MTB routes in the Alps, now opening round of HERO UCI Marathon World Cup. Best for endurance fans and those wanting to see elite professionals.

MAXXIS Gravel Garda Trentino: Third edition of timed gravel race across three stages, combining adventure, landscapes and culinary focus, ideal for gravel community and riders seeking less technical but highly scenic experience.

Bosch eMTB Challenge: Perfect for e-bike lovers, testing technique, battery management and fun factor on varied terrain.

Expo Test Rides: With more than 1,500 bikes available for free testing, this is unmissable opportunity to discover latest market trends and test most recent MTB, gravel and e-bike models on real trails.

Junior Trophy and Family Events: Races for children from 3 to 14 years old, plus guided tours and skill sessions, making festival welcoming for families.

Faits marquants de l’année précédente

Échelle: Europe’s largest outdoor festival with 80,000 attendees, 200 exhibitors, 400 brands and 2,500 active participants, presenting numbers that make all off-road cycling enthusiasts happy.

Sporting Highlights: World-class sport with historic Bike Marathon, introduction of new formats like gravel and eMTB Challenge, and strong response from visitors with comprehensive programme.

Expo Experience: Comprehensive programme with test rides, side events, guided tours, shows and Open Night with live music, deejay sets and gastronomy, appealing beyond bike community.

Impact communautaire : Festival is open and inclusive, creating real value for region and everyone involved, with positive feedback from President of Garda Dolomiti and stakeholders.

Innovation : Presentation of latest bikes, trends and innovations, with exhibitors showcasing latest innovations and attracting visitors with presentations, product tests and offers.

Billets officiels

Site web officiel : https://www.bikefestivalriva.com/
Inscription : Expo visitor registration via https://www.bikefestivalriva.com/en/expo-registration with entrance free of charge
Race Registration: Via ENDU platform at https://www.bikefestivalriva.com/en/competitions, open online until two days before race and on-site at Accreditation Office, Hotel Luise, Viale Rovereto 9, 38066 Riva del Garda
Contact : +39 0464 554444, info@bikefestivalriva.com
Organisateur : Garda Dolomiti – Azienda per il Turismo S.p.A.

Récapitulatif des prix en USD : Expo entry $0 USD free, Photo exhibition $4.50 USD, Bike Marathon $55-$88 USD, eBike Marathon $55 USD, Gravel Garda Trentino $71-$109 USD, eMTB Challenge $33-$55 USD, Junior $11-$22 USD. All prices converted from EUR official rates and include timing, refreshments, medical and Expo access.

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