2026 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship Racing Calendar: The Excitement Begins!

The wait is over for motorsport fans! The FIM Hard Enduro World Championship is gearing up for an explosive 2026 season. This year, the world's elite riders will be pushed to their absolute limits across a grueling 9-round calendar that spans the globe—from the rugged mountains of Europe and the high altitudes of the USA to the unforgiving terrains of Africa.

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled year of extreme climbs, technical forest trails, and spectacular endurance challenges.

🗓️ The 2026 Official Racing Calendar

Here is the complete schedule for the 2026 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship:

• Round 1 (April 17-19): 24MX Alestrem — France

• Round 2 (May 1-3): Extreme XL Lagares — Portugal

• Round 3 (June 18-20): Silver Kings Hard Enduro — USA (Idaho)

• Round 4 (July 10-12): Abestone Rodeo — Italy

• Round 5 (August 20-22): Forza Orza — Sweden

• Round 6 (September 11-13): Wildwood — Italy

• Round 7 (September 23-26): Roof of Africa — Lesotho

• Round 8 (October 8-10): Sea to Sky — Turkey

• Round 9 (October 23-25): 24MX Hixpania Hard Enduro — Spain

🔥 Season Highlights to Watch Out For

The Season Opener: 24MX Alestrem (France) Kicking off in mid-April, the Alestrem will test riders right out of the gate. Known for its demanding multi-lap format and grueling final extreme lap, it’s a true test of early-season fitness and mental toughness.

Going Stateside: Silver Kings Hard Enduro (USA) In June, the championship heads to the Silver Valley of Idaho. Taking place at the Silver Mountain Ski Resort, riders will face massive elevation changes, technical single-tracks, and punishing hill climbs in the heart of the American wilderness.

The Mother of Hard Enduro: Roof of Africa (Lesotho) September brings the riders to the legendary "Roof of Africa." As one of the oldest extreme off-road races in the world, the merciless Maloti Mountains of Lesotho will push the riders to their absolute breaking points in a true test of navigation and endurance.

From the Beach to the Peak: Sea to Sky (Turkey) Round 8 brings the action to the beautiful coastal town of Kemer, Turkey. Billed as the most enjoyable extreme enduro, it is famous for its unique format: starting on the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean and culminating in a brutal climb to the summit of Tahtalı Mountain at 2,365 meters.

The Grand Finale: 24MX Hixpania Hard Enduro (Spain) The championship will be decided in late October in Spain. Centered around a medieval town, the unique atmosphere, massive crowds, and brutal rock quarries will provide the ultimate backdrop to crown the 2026 World Champion.

Mark your calendars and prepare for the most exciting season of Hard Enduro yet!