From 2 to 7 October, Slovenia will host the largest cycling event in the history of independent Slovenia. Over five days of competition, more than 800 riders from over 45 countries will compete across 14 races.
The route links the green capital of Ljubljana with the historic towns of Škofja Loka, Kranj and Kamnik before reaching the Alpine foothills around Šenčur. There, Europe’s best riders will battle it out on a demanding finishing circuit featuring the challenging climb to Možjanca.
The 2026 UEC Road European Championships are organised by the Cycling Federation of Slovenia in cooperation with the Union Européenne de Cyclisme (UEC), the Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport, the Slovenian Tourist Board, the host municipalities, and numerous partners, volunteers and expert teams.
The Championships represent the largest organisational project in the history of the Cycling Federation of Slovenia and one of the biggest sporting events ever hosted by independent Slovenia. Their successful delivery is built on close cooperation between partners, institutions and hundreds of dedicated individuals working together to deliver a world-class event.
The Championships are held under the Honorary Patronage of the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Dr Nataša Pirc Musar.
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The 2026 UEC Road European Championships will take place in Slovenia, from Ljubljana to the Gorenjska region. The decisive stages of the Championships will be held around Šenčur on the finishing circuit featuring the climb to Možjanca.
The Championships will connect 12 host municipalities: Ljubljana, Medvode, Škofja Loka, Kranj, Vodice, Mengeš, Domžale, Kamnik, Komenda, Cerklje na Gorenjskem, Preddvor and Šenčur.
No. Admission to the 2026 UEC Road European Championships is free of charge. Spectators are welcome to watch the races from anywhere along the route. Choose your favourite viewing location and cheer on Europe’s best riders.
A dedicated Hospitality Area will also be available for companies, business partners and larger groups wishing to enjoy the Championships in a premium setting, with excellent views, selected catering and opportunities for business networking. If you would like to offer your guests a unique experience at the heart of the Championships, we invite you to reserve your place in the Hospitality Area.
Detailed information about access routes, parking facilities and traffic arrangements will be published in September 2026.
We recommend checking the official Championship website before travelling, where we will regularly publish the latest information and travel advice to help you plan your visit.
Road closures will vary depending on the race routes and competition schedule. Detailed information on road closures, diversions and timings will be published ahead of the Championships, expected in September 2026.
Results for all races will be available on the Race Programme page, where you will also find the competition schedule.
Official results will also be published on the UEC website.
Yes. The 2026 UEC Road European Championships will be broadcast live on television and digital platforms.
Information about broadcasters and media partners will be published ahead of the Championships.
