The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sports are pleased to announce that the third edition of the UCI Mountain Bike Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships will take place in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria, Italy, from October 16 to 18, 2026.

The event will award the UCI World Champion titles and the coveted rainbow jerseys in the following six categories: Men Elite Enduro, Women Elite Enduro, Men Junior Enduro, Women Junior Enduro, Men E-Enduro, and Women E-Enduro. With over two decades of history rooted in outdoor sports and enduro riding, Finale Ligure and the Finale Outdoor Region have become one of the world’s most renowned mountain bike destinations.

Since the first edition of Finalenduro in 2008, the region has continuously hosted the most prestigious international events, such as the Enduro World Series, including the Trophy of Nations, and the UCI Enduro World Cup, part of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series, alternating with the neighbouring town of Pietra Ligure. Finale has distinguished itself for the quality of its trails, its exceptional organization, and its deep connection with the authentic spirit of the sport.

Stretching from the mountains to the sea, the region offers a network of over 200 trails, making it a natural playground for enduro. The elevation changes, terrain variety and breathtaking views over the Ligurian Sea create the perfect mix that has earned Finale the title of “Home of Enduro” – the place where the sport was born, evolved, and continues to inspire riders around the world.

Chris Ball, VP Cycling Events, Warner Bros. Discovery Sports, said: “We’re proud to promote the third edition of the UCI Mountain Bike Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships, continuing to grow this exciting discipline on the global stage. Returning to Italy, where we celebrated the very first UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships, makes this milestone even more special—and hosting it in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria, widely regarded as the spiritual home of enduro, feels like it was only a matter of time. 

"Enduro is deeply rooted in Finale’s culture, history, and identity, and being part of this new chapter in the history of the discipline is an honour. With the experience and innovation, we’ve honed through the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series, we’re ready to deliver an unforgettable event for athletes and fans alike.”

David Lappartient, UCI President, said: “Over the years, Finale Outdoor Region, in Liguria, has become a sought-after destination for mountain bike specialists from around the world. An important and popular stopover of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series, it will now host the battles for the coveted rainbow jerseys of UCI World Champion for mountain bike Enduro and E-enduro. I am delighted that we are taking this prestigious event to one of the meccas of international mountain bike, where we can expect intense and top-quality competitions next October.”

Simona Ferro, Vice President of the Liguria Region with responsibility for Sport, said: “In 2025, Liguria was named European Region of Sport: a recognition that crowned an extraordinary year, during which we also promoted major sporting events, fully acknowledging their strategic role in the development of the territory. It is significant to see that the 2026 events calendar in Liguria also includes international-level competitions, such as the UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships, which will bring further prestige to the Finale Outdoor Region—an area that represents a global benchmark for outdoor activities, thanks to a unique location that connects the sea with inland trails. A truly exceptional setting, able to offer technically demanding routes and natural scenery of rare beauty.”

Angelo Berlangieri, Mayor of Finale Ligure and Valter Sericano, Councillor for Sport, said: “The award of the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships to Finale Ligure marks an extraordinary milestone, celebrating a journey that began in the late 1990s. From the early mountain bike events to today, we have seen the sport, the territory, and the local community grow together. Finale Ligure has become an international benchmark for enduro and the entire outdoor movement, thanks to a consistent effort in promotion, care, and shared vision. The UCI World Championships are not only a major sporting event but also recognition of a territory that, with passion and determination, has built a sustainable and successful model of development.”

Cordiano Dagnoni, President of the Italian Cycling Federation, said: “I am extremely pleased about the awarding of the UCI Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships to Italy, and in particular to the territory of Finale Ligure. For the Italian cycling movement, this represents a clear confirmation of the strong organizational capabilities of our clubs and institutions, especially considering that, starting this year and in the years ahead, Italy will host numerous international events, including both World and European Championships.

"For Finale Ligure, this designation confirms its status as one of the regions that has best embraced the spirit of the times, recognizing outdoor activities as one of the most powerful drivers of tourism and territorial promotion. Finale is not only about cycling in its many expressions, from mountain bike to road cycling, but also about climbing, trekking, and a wide range of other outdoor activities.

"Cycling, however, plays a key role, as demonstrated by the awarding of this UCI World Championship, both in terms of economic impact for local communities and the overall number of visitors it attracts. The relationship between Enduro and Finale Ligure is long-standing, continuously evolving and always striving for new milestones. I therefore extend my congratulations to the local authorities who believed in this project, as well as the organizers who, with professionalism and expertise, have turned a dream into reality.”

Ugo Frascherelli, President of the Finale Outdoor Region Consortium, added: “We are proud to be part of the Local Organising Committee for the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships, the most prestigious event for these formats. This achievement is the result of true teamwork — a journey that began with the Finale Outdoor Resort Association and has been carried forward by the Finale Outdoor Region Consortium, through the collaboration between the municipalities of Finale Ligure and Pietra Ligure, local administrations, and all those who have contributed to the growth and international recognition of our destination.

"Today, outdoor sports are a real driver of the local economy, and this success confirms how promoting the region through major sporting events — with the UCI World Championships at the top — is key to its growth and global identity.”