BikeSide MTB Festival 2026

The BikeSide MTB Festival hosts mountain biking in Einsiedeln, Switzerland, with Einsiedeln Abbey as the backdrop. Annually, the area becomes a gathering for bike enthusiasts, featuring demanding marathon routes, swift fun trails, an Enduro race, and shorter rides like the 35 km E-MTB Joy Ride and 24 km Easy Ride. Previously, the event was known as IRON BIKE RACE Einsiedeln. The event's structure caters to diverse participants, not just a single competitive group. Marathon cyclists compete, e-bikers navigate an orientation-style course, recreational riders can participate without timed pressure, and younger participants have dedicated age categories. Beyond the cycling, the Bike-Village offers entertainment, food, technology showcases, and a communal space for riders and spectators of all levels to connect within the festival grounds.