MONACO DI BAVIERA LITE 2026
840 Km, +12.880m
Start & Finish in Munich (Germany)
04.06.2026
Registration from 03.01.2026 (09:00 CET)
The shortest path to glory.
THE CHALLENGE
Monaco di Baviera Lite is the little sister of the already legendary ultracycling challenge Monaco di Baviera Classic. With the same spirit, the same flow, and the same pursuit of greatness, Lite offers a shorter path for those who are not yet ready for the Classic, or for those who prefer a challenge within reach.
The fixed route covers 840 km with 12,880 meters of ascent, leading riders through some of Europe’s most iconic climbs: the majestic Passo Stelvio via Umbrailpass, the rugged beauty of the Dolomites over Passo delle Erbe and Passo Furcia, and the unforgettable crossing of the Grossglockner Alpenstrasse on the way back.
What makes Lite truly remarkable is the perfect balance of beauty and toughness: an epic challenge packed into fewer kilometers, but with no shortage of difficulty. The route unfolds across breathtaking scenery, much of it along dedicated cycling paths, far from traffic, letting you focus entirely on the ride and the landscapes around you.
Monaco di Baviera Lite — the shortest path to glory.
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 .GPX route files
Publishing of riders’ bike features on dotwatcher.cc
Small bag storage service for the duration of the challenge
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 Monaco di Baviera LITE cap
o The exclusive Specialized Munich’s water bottle – Ultracycling Challenges’ 2026 special version
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 Monaco di Baviera LITE’s finisher medal
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
Discounts on the full range of Ultracycling Challenges’ cycling apparel
50% discount for the Monaco di Baviera LITE’s T-Shirt edition 2026
10% discount for purchasing ultracycling Cyclite equipment
25% discount for renting Apidura equipment at simplybikepacking.com
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!
o First 50 riders: 203€ (30% off)
o From 51 to 75: 232€ (20% Off)
o From 76 to 100: 261€ (10% Off)
o From 101 to 120: 290€
ENTRY FEES
ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS
Start from Munich
The journey begins in Munich, Bavaria’s vibrant capital. The city releases you into the adventure through the beautiful and peaceful Bavarian roads.
Reschenpass
At the frontier of Austria and Italy, the Reschen Pass unveils the surreal sight of a lone church tower rising from the turquoise waters of Lake Resia. This gateway to the South Tyrol feels like riding into a legend, where high alpine winds carry you across borders and into the mountains’ embrace.
Passo Stelvio via Umbrailpass
The mighty Stelvio, approached through Switzerland’s highest paved road, the Umbrailpass, is cycling’s cathedral. Its endless switchbacks climb into thin air, rewarding every pedal stroke with views that stretch beyond nations—a summit where legends are made and riders become part of history.
Passo delle Erbe
Hidden in the Dolomites’ quiet heart, the Passo delle Erbe rises through meadows and forests until it reveals the towering cliffs of the Sass de Putia. It is a road of pure alpine poetry—serpentine, serene, and breathtakingly beautiful—an untamed jewel far from the crowds.
Passo Furcia
The Furcia may be shorter, but it is fierce—a sharp link between valleys at the foot of the mighty Kronplatz. Here, shaded forests suddenly break open to reveal Dolomite giants, reminding every rider that even the “small” climbs in this land carry an epic weight.
Großglockner
No road embodies the grandeur of the Alps like the Grossglockner. Rising through a world of glaciers and jagged summits, it pushes to the Hochtor pass before daring you up the cobbled spur to Edelweißspitze. At 2,571 meters, surrounded by thirty towering peaks, the panorama is nothing less than the throne of the high mountains.
Finish in Munich
After days of struggle and triumph, the circle closes where it began—Munich. Rolling back, the city feels transformed: no longer just a starting point, but the stage for a victorious return, best sealed with a well-earned stein.
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