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Your cycling holidays on the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s tracks!

30 July 25

Dear HEROes,

We’d like to invite you to where the magic happens.

As we all know, us fans, most of the time, cannot visit the stages where most of the world cups and tournaments take place. Just imagine if we could simply play for an hour on Wimbledon’s Centre Court, or if you could take your car for a spin on an F1 circuit in Monza or even play football at Camp Nou in Barcelona or London’s Wembley stadium. As we said, it’s nigh-on impossible. Yet cycling among the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s tracks is something you can do even on a whim – as they’re always there, waiting for you.

Capoliveri, Elba (ITA)

You could visit or return to Elba Island and explore the Capoliveri Bike Park, which boasts five permanent routes of varying difficulty and length across a circuit of over 100 km made of paths and roads. Each route is colour-coded and well-signed by tables sporting the route’s name, direction, and a number to help you find it on the relevant map. The routes wend around Monte Calamita and its historical quarries set against the backdrop of the beautiful colours of the Mediterranean sea.

For further information visit www.capoliveribikepark.it

Val Gardena, Dolomites (ITA)

You can remain in Italy and cycle on the HERO Südtirol Dolomites’ iconic routes boasting 86 km and 4,500 hm and 60 km and 3,200 hm. Test your stamina and your legs’ endurance on the routes and trails of the toughest MTB marathon in the world – as a HERO, this should a walk in the park for you. But, should you want to bring some friends along who may not be up for the challenge, you can always hop onto one of the lift facilities and explore the Sellaronda circuit, be it clockwise or counterclockwise. Besides the Sellaronda MTB Tour, you can also cycle on the HERO Trails with an adrenaline-packed 70 options – a mountain bike dream come true set against the breathtaking natural landscape of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll find something for all levels.

For further information visit www.herotrails.com

Kirchzarten, the Black Forest (GER)

The most recent race our HEROes took part in, the Black Forest ULTRA Bike Marathon develops across an ideal terrain for long-distance cyclists. Kirchzarten is located in Germany, in the Dreisamtal valley, where the Black Forest’s imposing mountain range overlooks a vast and sun-kissed valley, just a stone’s throw from Freiburg. Boasting between 340 and nearly 1,500 hm, there’s something for everyone to sink their teeth into.

For further information visit www.dreisamtal.de/erleben/rad-mountainbike

Andorra (AND)

If you happen to live in Spain or are planning your holidays there, then why not cycle across the trails of the valleys around the small municipality of Sant Julià de Lòria in southern Andorra. Start in the Centro Fondo Naturland, located at 2,000 m above sea level, where the air is crisper – but also lighter – making it an ideal place for those looking for a high-altitude track to train their body and stamina for the second half of the race calendar.

For further information visit visitandorra.com/it/nature-e-sport/#ciclisme

Girona, Costa Brava (SPA)

And, last but not least on the UCI World Cup, Girona and the Costa Brava boast a vast network of signed tracks and trails for every possible level. If you’re looking for a more demanding challenge, why not face one of the famous stage trails such as the Cerdanya 360, Trinxat BTT, Bi6000, Gran Volta de l'Empordà, Tracks dels Volcans, Pedals d'en Serrallonga or the Pedals de les Gavarres and many, many more. You’ve heard all about them before – time to give them a shot.

For further information visit costabrava.org/en/what-to-do/cycling-bike-tourism/mtb/

There’s something for everyone, so we wish you a summer bursting with cycling!

Seewald and Van Doorn conquer the Black Forest ULTRA Bike Marathon

16 July 25

Dear HEROes,

We’ve just finished another spectacular weekend at the Black Forest ULTRA Bike Marathon, the 2025 HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup’s fourth round. The expectations the night before the big day were soaring high – and we weren’t let down, as the race was a whirlwind of emotions!

Over 120 Elite athletes competed in Kirchzarten in Germany and, together with thousands of amateurs, raced on the course’s 118 km and 3,550 hm – a fast track which really pushed the limits of everyone’s endurance… and legs!

Ultimately, Andreas Seewald from Germany, racing for Singer KTM Racing, won the race, finishing the racetrack in 4:21:50. A beautiful, sunny day, one where he raced along with the some of the best cyclists until he broke away 40 km from the finish line. His victory in the Black Forest’s mountains cements his leadership in the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s overall ranking.

Gioele De Cosmo, from Italy and team Torpado Kenda FSA, came in second thanks to his momentous and nail-biting sprint at the end. The cyclist from Turin beat Wout Alleman, from Buff-Megamo Team, by 2:21 – the Belgian cyclist was all set to go in the race’s first part, but he couldn’t maintain the performance until the very end.

Leo Paez, from Colombia, who’d always taken the spotlight in the previous UCI World Cup’s rounds, still competed despite some physical issues which impacted him in the last week, leading him to finish 21^stin this round.

This race was the race of sprints as, even among the women, Rosa Van Doorn, from team Buff-Megamo, had to sprint to beat Mara Fumagalli, from Italy. The Dutch cyclist finished the German race in 5:17:36., while German cyclist Adelheid Morath finished in 5:19:40 and came third.

The next and final round is on 21 September, in Spain, at the La Tramun Sea Otter Europe, which will crown the winners of the 2025 HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup.

Time for the BLACK FOREST ULTRA BIKE MARATHON!

02 July 25

Summer has well and truly started – and with it, the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup is progressing with a strong tailwind at its back. The fourth and last but one round will take place on Sunday, 13 July in Germany during the Black Forest ULTRA Bike Marathon. Prepare for an ideal marathon terrain, as the track boasts 118 km and over 3,500 hm – the right challenge to shine a spotlight on your stamina and skills.

Mount Feldberg rises on the horizon, boasting 1,492 m and making it the tallest Mittelgebirge of Germany. Your tyres will tread the paths and roads of the Dreisam valley and the Upper Black Forest on what will be a marathon which will satisfy the demands and expectations of you, our HEROes!

The Elites

While you prepare for the circuit’s German round, be aware there’s a neck and neck race at the top of the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s elite ranking as the discipline’s crème de la crème is attempting to become the next winner of the UCI Marathon World Cup.

Rosa van Doorn, from The Netherlands, shines among the women’s category – the representative of team Buff-Megamo scored an eighth place in Selva Val Gardena, yet she still retained her leader position in the overall ranking. Her goal for the German round is to put as much distance as possible between herself and the athlete nipping at her hells, Sandra Mairhofer from Italy, who recently won the HERO Südtirol Dolomites and is riding an emotional high. Lejla Njemcevic, from Bosnia, is currently third – yet keep your eyes out on her, as she may very well gift us with unexpected surprises.

In the men’s category, Andreas Seewald from Germany representing Singer KTM Racing, who won the HERO Südtirol Dolomites for the third time a couple of weeks ago, is ready to lead the way. Just a few points separate him from a duo of cyclists, ready to snatch the rug from under his feet if the occasion presents itself. Leo Paez from Colombia is an experienced cyclist with the stamina and legs which belie his 43 years, while Wout Alleman, from team Buff-Megamo – who placed sixth in the HERO – still managed to score enough points to currently share the second position with the South American mountain biker.

And, for the first time ever, a dedicated amateur ranking in the Master category was set up for a UCI Marathon World Cup. The men’s category is currently spearheaded by Alexandre Llado Diaz from Spain (followed by Andrea Borgogno, Vinicius Malaguti, and Nicola Rizzi), while in the women’s category we have Kamila Gurzyńska leading the way, followed by Sophie Johnson.

THE NEXT STEPS OF THE 2025 HERO UCI MARATHON WORLD CUP

25 June 25

We’ve reached the midway point of the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup. The circuit debuted only a few months go on the island of Elba and, today, there are only a few weeks left until round four in Kirchzarten in Germany. The Black Forrest ULTRA Bike Marathon and its 118 km and 3,550 hm await, with the race track wending its way across the Dreisam valley and the upper Black Forest.
The first three rounds put on quite a show, and we know the next two won’t disappoint. The rankings aren’t set in stone, and cyclists still have a shot at becoming the next World Cup Champion. What do the ranking’s current top athletes think? We went and found out.

ÈLITE MEN

The spotlight is on the ranking’s top positions. After three rounds, Andreas Seewald, from Germany, from Singer KTM Racing Team, leads the ranking by 580 points. Leon Paez from Colombia and Wout Alleman from Belgium trail jointly in second position, only 40 points behind Seewald.
Andreas Seewald says:

“After three races, I’m leading the UCI World Cup ranking. That’s great. I expect the final two rounds to be tougher and more exciting, because the routes aren’t as selective as the ones before. While mentally speaking it’s daunting to start the race wearing the leader jersey, I cannot wait to compete at ‘home’ in Kirchzarten, where I celebrated some of my first victories some years ago.”

What does HERO veteran Leo Paez think about all this? The 43-year-old Colombian is going through somewhat of a renaissance. He says:

“I’m overall very satisfied after the HERO Dolomites, the calendar’s third round. I wanted to perform well in Selva Val Gardena, and dreamt of winning the HERO for the 9th time. I guess I’ll have to keep dreaming a bit longer. Looking at the ranking, I’ve still got a fighting chance to become first, which is incredibly motivating. It’s going to be neck and neck, and they’re all incredibly strong athletes. It won’t be a walk in the park, so I’ll be pulling out all the stops.”

Wout Alleman from Belgium had to pass on the leader jersey – but that doesn’t mean he’s about to give up.

“I knew that the Andorra and HERO Dolomites races would have been tough for me. Yet I believe I performed rather well, and placed well in the overall ranking. After this week’s races in Belgium, I’ll be taking a quick break, to then prepare for the last two UCI World Cup races which should be more in line with my type of profile. The overall ranking is still open to changes – it’s going to be tough. But I cannot wait to face this battle.”

ÈLITE WOMEN

The race to top is just as exciting in the women’s grid, although, for now, Rosa Van Doorn is still holding on tight to her position with 610 points, followed by Sandra Mairhofer, from Italy, and winner of the last HERO Südtirol Dolomites, with 590 points. Lejla Njemcevic, from Bosnia, secured the third place with her 450 points.

Rosa Van Doorn says:

“I’m ecstatic I’ve retained the leader jersey in the UCI World Cup ranking after the HERO. It wasn’t my best race. I had to face some inconveniences the week prior, but that’s part and parcel of our sport. Together with the team, our main goal was to maintain the top position of the overall ranking. The race was incredibly special, and it inspired me – so much so I’m definitely going to repeat it! And now, I cannot wait to take part in the next two races. I like cycling in both regions. The races are completely different from the other – the Black Forest ULTRA Bike Marathon, especially, will be a fast-paced race, similar to what we’re used to in The Netherlands.”

Yet she cannot rest on her laurels, as Sandra Mairhofer, for Italy, is gunning for that top position in the overall ranking. She explains that

“looking at the next rounds, I can say I’m mentally and physically prepared. I’ve got high expectations and got my sights set on another position on the podium. The race will be challenging due to the varied race layout, and you never know what can happen during a mountain bike race – there may be mechanical issues or you might just have a bad day. But you can’t plan for these things so, until then, I’ll enjoy riding my MTB, keep the energy levels high, and never forget to smile.”

Lejla Njemcevic is going all out for the last two rounds after having overcome the challenging start at the beginning of the season:

“The last two races, in Andorra and in the Dolomites, didn’t do justice to my normal form. Over the last years, May and June have always given me issues due to allergies. The same happened this year. I’m happy that I’m now better and hope to improve my third place in the overall ranking.”

THE MASTER CATEGORY

The overall ranking also includes a Master category, where the men’s top place is held by Alexandre Llado Diaz from Spain (650 points); followed by two Italian cyclists, Andrea Borgogno (520 points) and Vinicius Malaguti (410 points).
In the women’s ranking, Kamila Gurynska from Poland leads with her 450 points, followed by Sophie Johnson (250 points). The Brit is aiming to reach the first position during the next two rounds.

Who do you think will win the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup? Stay tuned to find out!

THE 2025 HERO SÜDTIROL DOLOMITES: FOURTH TIME’S THE CHARM FOR SANDRA MAIRHOFER AND ANDREAS SEEWALD’S HAT TRICK

14 June 25

After a fourth spot in 2021, a third place in 2023, her second step on the 2024 podium, Sandra Mairhofer (Italy) wins the HERO SÜDTIROL DOLOMITES, followed by another Italian, Mara Fumagalli, and a surprising third place for Paula Gorycka Kurmann from Poland. Rosa Van Doorn places 8th while still retaining leadership of the UCI World Cup. Leo Paez’ dreams of winning the HERO for the 9th time were dashed, as he places second right behind Andreas Seewald (Germany) – a victory at the HERO and the leader of the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup. Andrea Siffredi, from Italy, scores a third place in the toughest mountain bike marathon in the world!

The 2025 HERO Südtirol Dolomites is just around the corner!

10 June 25

Dear HERO,

After the thrilling 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup Naturland round in Andorra, the next round is just around the corner! The much-awaited HERO Südtirol Dolomites – now at its 15^th edition! – will take place on Saturday, 14 June.

The lineup is quite impressive, with the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s overall ranking leader – 29-year-old Belgian from Buff-Megamo, Wout Alleman – joining the starting line. After his win in Capoliveri and his third place in Andorra, one of his potential contenders for the top spot is Andreas Seewald, from Germany, representing Singer KTM Racing Team – his outstanding physical condition led him to place second, just after Leo Paez. A household name in Selva Val Gardena, as the Colombian cyclists has won the HERO Südtirol Dolomites a good eight (8!) times. Will this year be HERO number nine? We’ll find out on Saturday at lunchtime.

All eyes are on Italy, with the current Italian champion, Fabian Rabensteiner, in second place in the UCI ranking, joined by his fellow Torpado Kenda FSA teammate Jakob Dorigoni.

Among the women, Rosa Van Doorn from The Netherlands, representing Buff-Megamo Team, seems to be the bookie’s favourite – after all, she won both the Capoliveri and Andorra rounds. The women will compete on the 60-km trail, with Vera Looser from Namibia aiming to confirm her HERO win from 2024. And let’s not forget Adelheid Morath, who won the HERO Dolomites in 2022 and 2023, who could score an exceptional hat trick. And Sandra Mairhofer, from South Tyrol in Italy, is surely looking to cross the finish line first after her second place in Andorra.

With a lineup such as this, the HERO, true to form, is bound to deliver a whirlwind of emotions!

With just over a week to go, you can prepare for the race by reading the 2025 HERO Magazine at https://www.herodolomites.com/it/multimedia/hero-magazine-2025

LEO PAEZ AND ROSA VAN DOORN WIN THE NATURLAND - ANDORRA

01 June 25

Sant Julià de Lòria, in the Principality of Andorra, shines like a diamond among the Pyrenees. Located at 2,000 m, this plateau is an outstanding cross-country ski resort during winter but as soon as the snow melts, turns into an ideal stage for mountain biking.

The 2025 HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup alighted here during June’s first weekend. The Naturland, Andorra’s marathon race, takes place on an extremely technical trail boasting 60 km and 1,984 hm. Besides the track itself, cyclists had to prove their stamina and physical fitness during this race due to its location at 2,000 m altitude.

And guess who came out on top among the men? Our friend Hector Leonardo Paez Leon – although we just call him Leo Paez. A performance which resembled that of the Leo of old – always spearheading the group during the starting phases, then giving it his all on the climbs where he truly shines, both in terms of performance and headspace. Hot on his heels, the current world champion, Andreas Seewald (Germany) representing team Singer KTM Racing, and Wout Alleman, from Belgium, representing Buff Megamo. Given his performance in the Pyrenees, it's a safe bet that the Colombian will start as favourite on Saturday, 14 June at the HERO Dolomites.

After her first win in Capoliveri, Rosa van Doorn from Buff Megamo Team won again! The Dutch athlete was quite surprised by her victory as her home country has little to no steep climbs she could have trained on. The rest of the podium welcomed Sandra Mayrhofer, from Italy, and Vera Looser, from Namibia – the latter is ready to defend her title of champion at the HERO Dolomites against the other two cyclists. The final, overall ranking was truly an international one, with 9 countries represented across the top 10 spots. Among the Men’s ranking, the ratio is 6:10.

The leaders of the overall ranking remains the same – after round 1 in Capoliveri and round 2 in Andorra, the 2025 HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup’s ranking leaders for the Elite category remain Wout Alleman and Rosa Van Doorn. In the Master’s ranking, the leader is Alexandre Llado Diaz from Spain, and Kamila Gurzynska from Poland among the women.

ANDORRA IS READY TO HOST THE 2025 HERO UCI CROSS-COUNTRY MARATHON WORLD CUP’S SECOND ROUND!

22 May 25

Dear HERO,

On 1 June, the Pyrenees will be the stage of the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s second stage during the Naturland in the Principality of Andorra.

The cyclists are all aiming for the top spot on the podium, and will have to face a technical trail cross 60,04 km and boasting 1,984 hm. The path wends its way across the valleys surrounding the small municipality of Sant Julià de Lòria in southern Andorra.

All eyes are set on Rosa van Doorn, from the Netherlands, and Wout Alleman, from Belgium, who won the first stage this May in Capoliveri.

In the Women’s race, Van Doorn, who represents team Buff-Megamo, will have to face Lejla Njemcevic and Adelheid Morath, who placed respectively second and third during the Elba race. She’ll also have to watch her back from Sandra Mairhofer and Vera Looser – their aim in Andorra is to score precious points and claw their way back up the overall ranking.

A similar scenario awaits Wout Alleman during the Men’s race, with Gioele De Cosmo and Fabian Rabensteiner, the two Italian Torpado Kenda FSA cyclists who placed second and third in the overall ranking, hot on his heels. This won’t be an easy race for the three cyclists who won a place on the podium for the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s first race – they’ll have to watch out for Leo Paez, and Andreas Seewald who represents team Singer KTM Racing – the two have already won a World Championship in the past. Casey South from Switzerland is back on his feet and raring to go after his accident at Cape Epic.

ROSA VAN DOORN AND WOUT ALLEMAN WEAR THE HERO UCI MARATHON WORLD CUP’S LEADER JERSEY

19 May 25

Dear HERO,

On Saturday, 10 May, the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s first stage took place in Capoliveri.

A grand total of 2,247 cyclists competed on the 65 km and 2,400 hm track. 208 of them, representing 24 countries, are also competing in the 2025 HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup. Out of the Elite athletes, Wout Alleman, from Belgium, representing Team Buff-Megamo, was the first to cross the finish line at 02:59:42. Gioele De Cosmo, from Italy, Team Torpado Kenda FSA Factory, was hot on his heels, completing the race in 03:00:01, whereas his teammate Fabian Rabensteiner finished 00:39 after him.

Team Buff-Megamo repeated the win in the women’s race – Rosa Van Doorn, from The Netherlands, completed the challenging Elba race in 03:37:15. The women’s podium welcomed Lejla Njemcevic, from Bosnia, just 05:36 behind the winner, and the third place went to Adelheid Morath, from Germany, who finished the race in 03:43:33.

Turning to the Master Licence ranking, Andrea Bravin (Italy) won the men’s race, while Kamila Gurzynska (Poland) won the women’s race.

CAPOLIVERI KICKS OFF THE 2025 HERO UCI CROSS-COUNTRY MARATHON WORLD CUP

30 April 25

Dear HERO,

The countdown to the 2025 HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup has officially begun!

On Saturday, 10 May, all eyes will be on the circuit’s first stage – the Capoliveri Legend Cup. This historical race has been taking place on Elba Island’s southeastern part, in Capoliveri, and has become a point of reference for marathon enthusiasts.

The qualifying race for the UCI World Cup is the Marathon distance boasting 65 km and 2,400 hm. It wends its way over paths, mule tracks, and scenic roads surrounded by the Mediterranean vegetation around Monte Calamita and its historical iron mines. The race is set against the backdrop of the stunning palette of the Mediterranean sea.

The best élite marathon athletes will join the grid, including the winners of the last UCI World Cup – Fabian Rabensteiner, from Italy, and Vera Looser, from Namibia. They will also be joined by the winners of the previous Capoliveri Legend Cup, Martin Stosek from Czechia, and Costanza Fasolis from Italy.

THE STARS OF THE 2025 HERO UCI CROSS-COUNTRY MARATHON WORLD CUP

09 April 25

On 10 May, the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup will kick off!

Together with thousands of passionate amateur cyclists, you’ll have the chance of competing next to the discipline’s crème de la crème, ready to show us what they’re made of as they attempt to win the UCI World Cup.

The spotlight is on Fabian Rabensteiner (Torpado Kenda FSA Factory) from Italy, the UCI Marathon World Cup overall winner, having won the title in 2023 and 2024. He’ll have to face a group of seasoned cyclists, including Andreas Seewald (Singer KTM Racing) from Germany, winner of the 2021 UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Championships (and current leader of the UCI XCM Individual Ranking), and Jakob Hartmann (Singer KTM Racing), from Germany. Samuele Porro (Klimatiza Orbea Team) from Italy, Germany’s Simon Schneller (Team Bulls), and Martin Stošek (Buff Megamo Team) from Czechia will also join the starting grid, fourth in the UCI XCM Individual Ranking. Alban Lakata (Team Bulls) from Austria will also join the fray – he boasts three UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Cups under his belt and, despite being born in 1979, he’s as competitive as ever! Among the potential winners how could we not mention Leonardo Hector Leon Páez from Colombia?

Janina Wüst (Buff Megamo Team) from Switzerland will be someone to keep an eye on, having finished third at the 2024 UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Cup. Another noteworthy name is her teammate, Stephanie Walter. There’s plenty of expectations for Costanza Fasolis (Cannondale ISB Sport) from Italy, who’s currently sixth in the UCI XCM Individual Ranking.

Other hopefuls are Vera Looser, who conquered the 2024 UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Cup and is currently first in the UCI XCM Individual Ranking, or Lejla Njemčević. The Netherland’s Rosa Van Doorn also features among the favourites, currently second in the UCI XCM Individual Ranking. All eyes are also on Adelheid Morath, from Germany, and Sandra Mairhofer.

About UCI

09 April 25

Founded on April 14, 1900, in Paris, France, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is the worldwide governing body for cycling. It develops and oversees cycling in all its forms and for all people: as a competitive sport, a healthy recreational activity, a means of transport, and also just for fun. The UCI manages and promotes the eleven cycling disciplines of road, track, mountain bike, BMX Racing, BMX Freestyle, cyclo-cross, trials, indoor cycling, cycling esports, gravel and snow bike. Five of these are featured on the Olympic Games programme (road, track, mountain bike, BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle), two in the Paralympic Games (road and track), and four in the Youth Olympic Games (road, mountain bike, BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle).

For more information: www.uci.org.

TRAVELLING TOGETHER

03 April 25

Car journeys are the main culprit when it comes to emissions generated for each stage of the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup. To reduce GHG emissions, we’ve created a dedicated car sharing and pooling menu on our website.

It’s a simple gesture which can have a great impact on reducing your environmental footprint – and will save you a penny or two, to boot!

Check all the car sharing and pooling requests or publish your own here.

The 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup’s stages

03 April 25

Dear HERO,

We were met by mountains of love once we announced the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup – we couldn’t be more grateful and prouder. Thank you!
We know you’re raring to go – and so are we! Until the circuit officially starts, let’s take a look at the individual stages of what will be an out-of-this-world challenge.

Capoliveri Legend Cup (Island of Elba) – 10 May 2025
Revel in the Mediterranean bush and sea and the historical iron mines, facing the 62 km and 2,200 hm marathon track on the island.

Naturland (Andorra) – 1 June 2025
A breathtaking marathon against the backdrop of the Pyrenees boasting 87 km and 3,000 hm – unspoilt nature as far as the eye can see awaits.

HERO Südtirol Dolomites (Val Gardena) – 14 June 2025
Explore the Dolomites with the HERO and its 86 km and 4,500 hm – prepare for the toughest mountain bike marathon in the world.

Black Forest ULTRA Bike Marathon (Germany) – 13 July 2025
Cyclists will wend their way through forests and woods across 118 km and 3,550 hm all the way up and down the Feldberg mountain.

La Tramun Sea Otter Europe (Costa Brava) – 21 September 2025
The last race features 78 km and 2,800 hm and will be the stage of the UCI World Cup award ceremony. Join us in the celebrations in one of Spain’s most fascinating places.

THE HERO CELEBRATES ITS HEROINES

07 March 25

On the occasion of International Woman’s Day, the HERO’s Organising Committee thanks its heroines for all the passion and energy they put into the toughest mountain bike marathon in the world.

You’re fighters, dedicated mountain bikers, and bold – this is what makes our event so special. Today we’ll be celebrating your decisive contribution to the HERO. Without you, our race wouldn’t grow, wouldn’t push the boundaries, and wouldn’t be enriched by your stories.

Today, we want to underscore the importance of inclusivity in sports – every athlete should be able to reach their potential regardless of their gender. We continue pulling out all the stops to ensure that the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup is open to everyone, allowing every cyclist to experience a unique and positive moment.

JOIN THE 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup!

04 February 25

Have you ever dreamt of taking part in a truly global event? No, none of you? Well, now’s your chance to change that – you’ll be able to test your mettle next year at a World Cup!
We’re incredibly proud to announce that we’ll be holding the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup!

The HERO UCI Marathon World Cup is part of the Union Cycliste Internationale’s official World Cup circuit, which consists of five races. An event which will lead to crowning the Marathon World Cup champion. Both the Élite Men and Women categories will vie for the Cup as well as thousands of Master Licence cycling enthusiasts as long as they’re official members of their national team affiliated to the UCI.

The challenge will consist of five of the most beloved European mountain bike marathons – for the first time grouped in one circuit under the aegis of the Union Cycliste Internationale.

The official dates are:

10 May 25 Capoliveri Legend Cup Elba Island ITA
1 June 25 Naturland – Andorra Andorra AND
14 June 25 HERO Südtirol Dolomites Val Gardena ITA
13 July 25 Black Forest ULTRA Bike Marathon Kirchzarten GER
21 Sep. 25 La Tramun Sea Otter Europe Girona/Costa Brava SPA

By being part of an event boasting 402 km and 15,605 hm, the 2025 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup will be a unique, global race attracting hundreds of amateurs willing to test their skills against mountain biking professionals.

Registrations for each individual race will open from 4 February on. The overall ranking, divided by category, will be published at the end of each race on www.heroucimarathonworldcup.com.

We’ll send further information in the upcoming weeks. Until then, you know what you need to do – train! Your first HERO UCI Marathon World Cup is just around the corner, after all.