The 4 Stage MTB Race Lanzarote 2026 begins its countdown
La 4 Stage MTB Race Lanzarote 2026 the September 3 to 6 with four days of mountain biking in stages in the volcanic environment of the island.
The event organized by Club Santa faces his Edition 24 with a significant change in the calendar: this year it will be held after the summer, a decision made after listening to the suggestions of the cyclists themselves.
The event will take place in three months and will once again transform Lanzarote into one of the most unique mountain biking destinations in the Canary Islands. For many triathletes and endurance athletes, it could also be a great opportunity to end the summer with a multi-day cycling challenge.
Four days of mountain biking on volcanic terrain
La 4 Stage MTB Race Lanzarote It is a mountain bike stage race that combines fast tracks, technical trails, lava zones and stretches of fine sand.
The format retains one of its defining features: a first day with the already familiar time trial up to the Hermitage of the Snowswith ocean views and a challenging route from day one.
The following stages will take participants through different areas of the island, including the landscapes of Tinajo and its characteristic volcanic vineyards. The combination of elevation changes, technical terrain, and the wind that is common in Lanzarote makes the race a physical and logistical challenge.
A UCI S1 test with options for various profiles
The race is supported by International Cycling Union within the category ICU S1This strengthens its competitive profile and attracts both high-level cyclists and amateur athletes.
One of the distinguishing features of the event is its flexibility. Participants can compete in the full format of four days, choose the format of weekend with two stages or participate in the category of E-Bikes.
This variety ensures the race isn't reserved solely for specialists. It also suits endurance athletes seeking a challenging experience, but with varying levels of competitive commitment.
Claudia Galicia and Anita González, among those registered
The 2026 edition will feature a strong presence at the top of the rankings. Among the confirmed names are: Claudia Galicia, European champion, and Anita González, two benchmarks that will raise the sporting level of the race.
Their participation adds appeal to an event that combines competition, experience, and setting. For amateurs, sharing the start with top-level cyclists is one of the added values of this type of stage race.
An interesting challenge for cyclists and triathletes
Although it is a mountain bike race, the 4 Stage MTB Race Lanzarote It may also be of interest to triathletes who use cycling as a central part of their training.
The accumulated demands of several days, the need to pace efforts, and the type of terrain make the race a very different endurance challenge than a one-day march.
Registration and full information are available on the official event website: Club La Santa 4 Stage MTB Race Lanzarote.
