Appenninica MTB Stage Race announces significant changes for 2025, set to deliver an even more intense and exciting racing experience. After four years in early September, Italy’s premier mountain bike stage race shifts to early summer, with the next edition scheduled for June 23-27, 2025.
The race format sees the second major update. Appenninica MTB Stage Race will now feature five stages, aligning with Europe’s leading events while maintaining its identity as one of international mountain biking’s most challenging stage races. Riders will tackle 330 kilometers and 12,000 meters of climbing through the stunning Emilia-Romagna Apennines.
“Our calendar move responds to increasingly crowded September scheduling, particularly with the 2025 MTB Marathon World Championships which would have overlapped with our second weekend,” explain race co-organizers Milena Bettocchi and Beppe Salerno.
“The shift to five days reflects direct feedback from current and potential participants, bringing us in line with major events in our sector. What remains unchanged is our unique ‘Appenninica Family’ atmosphere and our commitment to showcasing extraordinary, undiscovered trails,” the organizers added.
With 2025 dates now confirmed, registration is set to open. The Early Bird phase offers 50 entries at a special rate of €990, available from Sunday, December 1st to December 31st, or until sold out. Appenninica MTB Stage Race provides full-service racing, with entry fees covering accommodation, feed zones and meals, medical support, bike washing, stage transfers, and additional services (complete details at appenninica-mtb.com).
The event maintains its 150-rider cap to preserve trail conditions and ensure premium service standards. While riders compete individually, Appenninica’s essence lies in shared experiences – from start lines to host towns and communal dinners. The Emilia-Romagna Apennines have witnessed countless lasting friendships, with more connections waiting to be forged.