The 2025 Whoop UCI World Cup Starts in April
The 2025 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series start is around the corner and it promises an exciting season with nontheless than 16 race weekends across 10 countries from April to October. The series will feature 10 rounds each for the Cross-country (XCO/XCC) and Downhill (DHI) World Cups, along with 7 Enduro (EDR) World Cup rounds.
For Cross-country (XCO/XCC) the season kicks off with back-to-back events in Araxá, Brazil, on April 3-6 and April 10-12. Riders will then compete in Nové Město na Moravě, Czechia (May 23-25), before heading to Saalfelden Leogang, Austria (June 5-8), and Val di Sole, Italy (June 20-22). Mid-season races include Pal Arinsal, Andorra (July 9-13), and a yet-to-be-announced venue in Haute-Savoie, France (August 21-31). The series continues in Lenzerheide, Switzerland (September 18-21), and makes its U.S. debut in the Lake Placid Olympic Region, New York (October 3-5). The grand finale takes place in Mont-Sainte-Anne, Canada, from October 9-12, a venue renowned for its challenging courses and devoted fans.
Downhill action begins in Bielsko-Biała, Poland (May 16-18), followed by races in Loudenvielle-Peyragudes, France (May 30-June 1), and the multi-discipline event in Saalfelden Leogang, Austria (June 5-8). Subsequent rounds include Val di Sole, Italy (June 20-22), and the new addition of La Thuile, Italy (July 3-6), known for its steep and technical terrain. Racers will also tackle courses in Pal Arinsal, Andorra (July 9-13), Haute-Savoie, France (August 21-31), and Lenzerheide, Switzerland (September 18-21).
The penultimate round introduces the Lake Placid Olympic Region, New York (October 3-5), to the downhill circuit, before concluding at Mont-Sainte-Anne, Canada (October 9-12).

The Enduro series starts in Pietra Ligure – Finale Outdoor Region, Italy (May 9-11), a local celebrated for its diverse trails and enduro heritage. Competitions continue in Bielsko-Biała, Poland (May 16-18), Loudenvielle-Peyragudes, France (May 30-June 1), and Saalfelden Leogang, Austria (June 5-8). Riders will then face the trails of Val di Fassa, Italy (June 27-29), and La Thuile, Italy (July 3-6). The Enduro series culminates in Haute-Savoie, France (August 21-31), wrapping up a season of demanding and diverse courses.
