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Andalucía Bike Race

21/03/2026 8:00 am

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The Andalucía Bike Race by Garmin celebrates another outstanding edition in 2026, reaffirming its position as one of the world’s leading MTB stage races. Since its creation in 2011, the event has evolved into a benchmark competition that attracts elite riders and passionate cyclists from across the globe. What began as a pioneering six‑stage race has grown into an internationally recognized challenge, achieving prestigious UCI Hors Catégorie status in 2020 and solidifying its reputation as one of the most demanding and admired stage races in the sport.

The 2026 edition brings together top international athletes, including world champions, European champions and some of the strongest specialists in marathon MTB. Riders like Leonardo Páez, Samuele Porro and other high‑profile competitors headline a field that reflects the race’s global prestige. In the women’s category, elite athletes such as Adelheid Morath, Sandra Mairhofer and Natalia Fischer add depth and excitement to a competition renowned for its intensity and technical difficulty.

The route once again spans the provinces of Granada, Jaén and Córdoba, offering six stages and more than 300 km of racing, with approximately 8,400 meters of elevation gain, traversing olive groves, rugged trails and high‑mountain landscapes that define Andalucía’s natural character. Each stage demands resilience, skill and teamwork—whether racing individually or in pairs—while immersing participants in the region’s unique combination of culture, terrain and climate.

As in every edition, the event offers a world‑class experience both on and off the bike. Riders enjoy professional‑level organization, well‑marked courses, technical assistance zones, feed stations and a vibrant paddock environment shared by amateur cyclists, elite athletes, teams, brands and fans. The spirit of the race extends far beyond the competition itself, creating a community that returns year after year to live an unforgettable odyssey on the trails of Andalucía.

In 2026, Andalucía Bike Race continues to prove why it has become a landmark in the international MTB calendar: a race shaped by its demanding trails, its world‑class participants and the unmistakable character of southern Spain. Riders who take on its stages do not simply complete a race—they become part of a story forged across mountains, olive groves and centuries‑old paths, where the essence of Andalucía meets the passion of mountain biking.

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