HOLY (SHIT) ALPS CONQUEST II
HOLY (SHIT) ALPS CONQUEST II
Climb. Cry. Selfie. Repeat.
07.08.2027 | Girona [ES] - Munich [DE]
1.950 ~ 2.250 Km | 33.000 ~ 42.500 m+
300 hours | 110 riders
The second chapter of a hymn to the Alps like no other. One epic climb after another, rewarded with breathtaking scenery and views that make you stop and feel lucky to be there. An adventure that breaks you, rewards you, and stays with you forever.
Registration from 01.11.2026 (12:00 CEST)
THE CHALLENGE
Holy (shit) Alps Conquest is a self-supported ultracycling adventure across the Alps, starting in Girona and finishing in Munich.
The second edition will take place in August 2027. The idea is simple: follow the fixed route across the Alps, discover some of the most beautiful roads and passes in the region, and see how far you can push yourself over several days of riding.
It is not only about getting from Girona to Munich as quickly as possible. Along the way, there are Explorer Points to collect, which will take you to different places and sections of the route. To become a Finisher, you need to collect at least 20% of the Explorer Points before reaching Munich, riding approximately 1,950 km with 33,000 metres of elevation gain. And if you manage to collect all 100 Explorer Points, you will reach 2,250 km with 42,500 metres of elevation gain, and your name will be added to the Hall of Legends.
Then finish in Munich will wait for you and you will probably say:
Holy shit. I did it.
MAIN RULES
Leave no trace
Riders can participate solo or in team (2, 3 or 4)
Riders must be fully self-supported
Riders must know and follow the local laws and traffic regulations at any time
No drafting allowed at any time
Tracker device must be active during the entire route
No E-BIKES allowed
Riders are required to read and sign the corresponding rider manual and rider agreement
WHAT YOU GET
Being part of to the Ultracycling Challenges’ community, including exclusive ultracycling coaching & mentoring online sessions
Welcome event incl. food and drinks
The full kit of .GPX route files
Publishing of riders’ bike features on dotwatcher.cc
A starter-kit including, at least:
o Ultracycling Challenges’ drawstring bag
o Map of the route
o The tracking device for the duration of the challenge
o The exclusive and individually personalized Holy (Shit) Alps Conquest cap
o Ultracycling Challenges’ jelly beans
o Other goodies like gels or energy bars
Real-time tracking for the duration of the challenge
Live media coverage with photo and video (drones to be confirmed)
Coverage of the challenge on social media and dotwatcher.cc
Publishing of individual times on website and media incl. replay functions
Finisher goodies incl. at least:
o The exclusive 3D biodegradable Holy (Shit) Alps Conquest’s finisher trophy
o The exclusive Specialized Munich’s water bottle – Ultracycling Challenges’ 2026 special version
o Hoppebräu non-alcoholic beer.
Access to showers 24/7 (by Specialized Munich)
Rider finisher get-together with beer
Album of Images of the challenge to be downloaded
90 days of Komoot premium
50% discount on the full range of Ultracycling Challenges’ cycling apparel and merchandising
50% discount for the Holy (Shit) Alps Conquest’s T-Shirt edition 2026
20% discount on the entire Lupine product range
10% discount for purchasing ultracycling Cyclite equipment
5% discount on all UC Challenges at 2027
Other goodies from our partners and sponsors
Other discounts to be arranged
With the passion, dedication, and genuine spirit of the Ultracycling Challenges’ team, we will bring you the adventure of a lifetime!
RIDERS HSAC
FINISHER TROPHY | CAP
ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS
Start from Girona
The journey begins in the sunlit streets of Girona, where cobbled alleys and ancient walls whisper of history. From here, the riders roll out into destiny.
Col d'Ares
A 111 km scenic ride to the gateway of France. The Col d’Ares marks the first real ascent, the first taste of struggle, and the door to the unknown.
EP1 Mont Ventoux
Ride the Giant of Provence—where Martian summit meets mortal will. A climb carved into legend, 21 km of exposed slopes lead to its barren, lunar peak at 1,909 m. Conquer it, and claim 10 Explorer Points among the gods of cycling.
EP2 Cime de la Bonette
Central Europe’s highest paved road — a desolate lunar world above 2,800m. Conquer it, and you earn 13 Explorer Points, proof that you have touched the roof of the Alps.
EP3 Col Agnel
Remote and towering, Agnel is both a border and a beast. Its silence is broken only by breath and heartbeat. A climb that grants 13 Explorer Points to those who endure.
Col d'Izoard
An icon of cycling, where the desert-like Casse Déserte meets jagged peaks. Legendary in beauty and in pain, it is a passage every rider must respect.
EP4 Col du Granon
Recondit, brutal, and merciless. The Granon punishes the body but crowns the soul. Taking its summit adds 7 Explorer Points to your legacy.
Col del Galibier
The gateway to legend. Steeped in Tour de France history, Galibier is where riders measure themselves against eternity.
EP5 Glandon & Croix de Fer
Twin giants, chained together in a relentless test. Conquering both is worth 17 Explorer Points, forged in sweat and silence.
Col de la Madeleine
A serpent of asphalt winding skyward. Madeleine is grace and cruelty entwined, as breathtaking as it is unforgiving.
EP6 Col de la Loze
The new monster of the Alps — impossibly steep, twisting through ski slopes into thin air. Reaching its summit delivers 16 Explorer Points, and memories that will burn forever.
La Rosiere
The famous pink road. Painted for the 2018 Tour de France when La Rosière hosted a stage finish, this short section of road has become part of the climb’s identity.
Petit St. Bernard
Gentle yet mighty, this pass has bridged nations for centuries. Its sweeping beauty hides a quiet, eternal strength.
Gran San Bernardo
Sacred ground, where pilgrims once walked and saints gave refuge. Today, cyclists earn their blessing through sweat and pain.
EP7 Furkapass
A road of pure drama: hairpins carved into cliffs, glaciers hanging overhead, and the iconic Hotel Belvedere. Its conquest adds 10 Explorer Points to your soul.
Nufenenpass
Switzerland’s highest paved pass (with Umbrail's permission), raw and imposing. A wall of asphalt rising straight into the heavens.
EP8 St. Gotthard via Tremola
The legendary cobbled serpent. The Tremola is cycling’s ancient cathedral, and riding it adds 9 Explorer Points to your pilgrimage.
Passo San Bernardino
Green valleys below, granite walls above. The Bernardino is a climb of contrast, where serenity and savagery share the same road.
EP9 Splügenpass
A dizzying ribbon of switchbacks, folding endlessly into the sky. The Splügen is elegance and vertigo combined, and delivers the last 5 Explorer Points to your soul.
Albulapass
Quiet, remote, and hauntingly beautiful. The Albula feels like a secret: a final gift from the Alps before farewell.
Finish in Munich
The epic journey ends in Bavaria, where the sharp edges of the Alps give way to rolling green fields and bustling streets. After days of summits, the flatlands feel almost unreal. Reaching Munich is more than crossing the finish line. It is the moment when you finally realise what you have just experienced: thousands of kilometres, countless climbs, incredible landscapes and an adventure that will stay with you long after the journey is over.
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