Mountain Bike World Cup in Les Gets: A Must-See Event

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Event: UCI Mountain Bike World Cup
Date: from Thursday 28 to Sunday 31 August 2025
Place: the Gets
Access: about 1h15 from Geneva and Annecy, accessible by car, train (Cluses or Thonon station) then shuttle or bus. 
FREE
 

 
Each year, the Les Gets resort hosts a major sporting event: the Mountain Bike World Cup. This international gathering attracts the best downhill and cross-country riders from around the world to compete on spectacular tracks.
The World Cup, which typically takes place during the summer months, is a highlight for the resort, turning it into the beating heart of the global mountain biking scene. Riders, whether professionals or emerging talents, launch themselves down renowned tracks known for their difficulty and technicality. Spectators, numerous in number, are invited to experience the event up close, with stunning views of the courses and ski lifts.
 

   
 

In addition to the high-level races, the Mountain Bike World Cup in Les Gets offers a festive atmosphere with entertainment, concerts, and gear stalls. It’s the perfect opportunity for mountain biking enthusiasts to discover the latest innovations in the industry and meet their heroes.

This event, which contributes to the fame of the Les Gets resort, is also a powerful promotional tool for mountain biking in the region. It attracts not only local spectators but also many international visitors, thus boosting the area's tourism.
 

      
 

In summary, the Mountain Bike World Cup in Les Gets is much more than just a competition: it’s a moment of sharing, passion, and sport, celebrating the spirit of adventure and challenge that is inherent to mountain biking.

Program
Thursday 28 August 2025
  • Day: training sessions for the downhill and Cross-Country disciplines.
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Friday 29 August 2025
  • Morning (8:30am – 12pm): training sessions for the downhill  and cross-country disciplines. 
  • Afternoon (12:30 pm – 7 pm): 
    • Qualifications for the elite in descent (men and women). 
    • Cross-Country Short Track events for the U23 and elite categories, followed by the award ceremony (men and women). 

Saturday 30 August 2025
  • Morning (9am – 12pm): 
    • training sessions for the downhill  and cross-country disciplines.
    • Junior finals in downhill (men and women). 
    • Award ceremony. 
  • Afternoon (1pm – 2pm): 
    • Elite finals in descent (men and women). 
    • Medal ceremonies for the downhill events. 

Sunday 31 August 2025
  • Day (9am – 3pm): 
    • Olympic Cross-Country Races for the U23 categories (men and women). 
    • Elite finals in Olympic Cross-Country (men and women). 
    • Closing ceremonies and medal ceremony for the Olympic Cross-Country events. 
An unforgettable adventure to live together
 
Whether you are passionate about cycling or simply a fan of major events, the UCI 2025 MTB World Cup in Les Gets is the perfect opportunity to share a unique moment with your loved ones.
The resort is transformed into a real playground for young and old: while the pros rush on the slopes, the younger ones enjoy fun activities designed for them, and nature lovers go to explore the panoramic trails of the region.


No need to be a mountain biker to appreciate the atmosphere: concerts, animations, lively terraces and local cuisine create a friendly atmosphere where everyone finds their place. It’s the perfect time to meet up, marvel and vibrate together to the rhythm of the mountain.
Between high-flying sports show and art of living in the Savoyard, this event is much more than a competition: it is a summer experience to share with family or friends.