AN ALPINE CYCLING EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER!

SAALBACH. AUSTRIA: 15-18 JUNE 2023

Global Bike Festival is a unique long-weekend cycling and après-ride experience hosted by the world’s largest cycling and mountain bike channels: GCN, GMBN and EMBN. To see what to expect check out the 2022 Festival Guide

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VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

We had a blast at the 2022 Global Bike Festival - check out some of the highlights from the inaugural event:

Rock & Road

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE RIDE EXPERIENCE

Explore miles of stunning Alpine routes – both on- and off-road.
Ride with friends, make new ones on group rides, or sign up for coaching sessions.
Discover incredible world-class terrain and test ride the latest bikes.

MOUNTAIN
Biking

MOUNTAIN Biking

Join the GMBN and EMBN presenters and discover over 400km of incredible trails, including the cream that Saalbach Hinterglemm and Leogang have to offer, such as the epic Big-5 Challenge.

Road
Cycling

Road Cycling

Ride with GCN along miles of stunning Alpine routes, taking in bike-only valley lanes and epic climbs and descents, including the world-famous Grossglockner – the highest paved road in Austria.

Gravel
Riding

Gravel Riding

If you’re into gravel or adventure riding you’ll be able explore the hidden gems of the beautiful Austrian Alps with specially designed routes and rides for all abilities.

Race
Events

Race Events

Race for the win or ride for fun – take part in a range of races and timed events, including the Grossglockner challenge and our new Gravel race.

FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE

WHEN THE RIDING STOPS THE FESTIVAL BEGINS!

With a packed programme events, activities and special guests to inspire, inform and entertain: live shows, talks, screenings, workshops, coaching sessions, demo bikes and tech presented together with the world’s leading cycling brands.

Live
Shows

Live Shows

Meet the presenters and watch the GCN Show and Dirt Shed Show live

Bike
Workshops

Bike Workshops

Tech, mechanic and coaching workshops and masterclasses to develop your skills and help unlock your riding potential.

Brand
Experiences

Brand Experiences

Chat and interact with leading brands, experience their latest products and test-ride their hottest new bikes.

Apres-Bike

RIDE ALL DAY - PARTY ALL NIGHT

The fun will continue into the afternoon and evening with music, DJs and entertainment in the Clubhouse, Festival Village + other venues across the resort.

Festival
Village

Festival Village

Check out the Festival expo and kick back in the Festival village for drinks, music and entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening.

The
Clubhouse

The Clubhouse

Hang out with the presenters in the Clubhouse for a more chilled vibe in the afternoon and evening. Food and drinks will be served as you watch live race coverage on the big screen. and enjoy exclusive film screenings followed by a Q&A with presenters and special guests