St. Georgen , Austria August 11 @ 6:30 pm – August 17 @ 8:00 pm CEST
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The Extreme Race Around Austria is, with its 2,200 km, alongside the border of Austria the toughest bike race in Europe and a qualifying race for the legendary Race Across America. This ain’t no tour, it’s not a stage race. Time is running non-stop till the finish line, either by yourself or in a team. Team Race Around Austria, tow or four athletes share the route individually.
Race Type: 1000 Mile +RAAM Qualifier
Route
The Ultracycling World Championship in 2025 and 2026 will be held as part of the Race Around Austria, covering the extreme distance of 2,160 kilometers. This route follows the Austrian national borders and includes some of the country’s most challenging sections and elevation gains. Participants will cross eight Austrian states, tackling both visually stunning and physically demanding segments. The route is renowned for its breathtaking panoramas and extreme challenges, making it one of the most demanding courses in ultra-cycling.
Race Mode
As with the classic Race Around Austria, the World Championship will be held in “Supported Mode,” where riders are assisted by a team and a support vehicle. The rules of the Race Around Austria fully apply. This means that participants are supported around the clock by a pace car and their support crew.
The Race Around Austria will host the WUCA World Championships in 2025 and 2026.
WUCA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
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