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iXS European Downhill Cup 2027: calendar of 6 races
In short: the iXS European Downhill Cup 2027 will have six races in six countries between April and September, and it will be the 20th season of the series. According to the organiser, it starts in Santiago de Besteiros (Portugal) with the 100th race in its history and ends in Verbier (Switzerland), with five rounds counting towards the Continental Series.
Which races are in the iXS European Downhill Cup 2027?
The iXS European Downhill Cup 2027 is held at six venues in six countries, between 9 April and 19 September 2027, according to the calendar published by the organiser. It is a downhill (DH) cup for international-level riders and the stepping stone for many who later race in the World Cup.
| Round | Dates | Venue | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9-11 April | Santiago de Besteiros | Portugal |
| 2 | 4-6 June | Maribor | Slovenia |
| 3 | 25-27 June | La Molina | Spain |
| 4 | 30 July - 1 August | Szczyrk | Poland |
| 5 | 3-5 September | Pila | Italy |
| 6 | 17-19 September | Verbier | Switzerland |
You can see all the dates alongside the other events in our MTB events calendar.
A season with the 100th race
The organiser says that in two decades the series has held exactly 99 races, so the first one of 2027 in Santiago de Besteiros will be the 100th. Before the World Cup begins, riders compete there for the first points of the year and the so-called Golden Tickets, which give access to the World Cup.
Maribor, La Molina, Szczyrk, Pila and Verbier
- Maribor (Slovenia): in early June, between the first two World Cup rounds. The organiser highlights that its former World Cup track is one of the best loved.
- La Molina (Spain): in late June. According to the organiser, many riders will use the race to get to know the track where the European Championship will be held a few weeks later.
- Szczyrk (Poland): it joined the series in 2026 and, according to the organiser, was a success with the riders.
- Pila (Italy): returns after four years without a race, because the gondola works have finished.
- Verbier (Switzerland): the grand finale, at around 1,500 m of altitude, where the 2027 titles will be awarded.
What it means for riders
For anyone who follows downhill, it is a compact calendar with two venues in the Pyrenees or the Alps close to other bike park destinations. If you want to watch a race live, La Molina is the most accessible from Spain. Before planning a trip, confirm the dates on the organiser's website: this is the initial calendar of the season.
Frequently asked questions
How many races does the iXS European Downhill Cup 2027 have?
The iXS European Downhill Cup 2027 has six races in six different countries, between April and September, according to the organiser. Five of them count towards the Continental Series.
When does the iXS European Downhill Cup 2027 start?
The iXS European Downhill Cup 2027 starts on 9 April 2027 in Santiago de Besteiros (Portugal) and ends on 19 September in Verbier (Switzerland).
Is there a race in Spain?
Yes. The third round is run from 25 to 27 June 2027 in La Molina (Spain), according to the organiser's calendar.
What are the Golden Tickets?
The Golden Tickets are series prizes that, according to the organiser, give access to the downhill World Cup. In 2027 they are already at stake in the first race in Portugal.
