FIM EnduroGP 2026: From Sicily to Wales

The new season of Paulo Duarte FIM EnduroGP World Championship 2026 The series is confirmed – and it promises an exciting mix of tradition, variety, and sporting intensity. With seven stops across Europe, the series will travel through regions where enduro is not just a sport, but a lived passion. Familiar classics meet new challenges that will demand everything from both the riders and the teams.

Season opener in Sicily – comeback on legendary ground

The starting signal will be given at the beginning of April on Italian soil. More precisely: on Sicily, where the World Cup finally celebrates its comeback after a 15-year break. Custonaci Enduro Club will host the first race – where top international riders battled their way through rocky landscapes and dusty trails in 2011. The terrain is challenging, while the atmosphere is typically Mediterranean and welcoming. One thing is already clear: this race will not only be the kick-off, but also an emotional reunion with a region that has enduro in its veins.

Spain remains set – Oliana invites again

From the island we go to the mainland – more precisely to Oliana in northern Spain. The traditional Segre Motorcycle Club A permanent fixture on the calendar. In recent years, Oliana has established itself as one of the most spectacular and, at the same time, most challenging stops. The narrow, technically demanding forest section in particular is considered a test of concentration, stamina, and precision by the riders. Fans, in turn, love the route because it guarantees exciting duels and close-quarters action. This makes Oliana once again a highlight in the early stages of the season.

Finland calls – pure enduro in the middle of nature

After sun and dust comes the Nordic adventure: The third race takes the Enduro elite to Finland, more precisely into the picturesque Vierumäki in the UNESCO Geopark Locking backBetween glittering lakes, moss-covered rocks, and endless forests, the riders can expect one of the most beautiful, but also toughest, challenges of the year. Organized by Salpausselän MoottorikerhoThe Finnish Grand Prix promises a true enduro experience – raw, honest, and close to nature. Here, not only speed counts, but also technique, endurance, and smart riding.

Double blow in Portugal – two weeks of Enduro Festival in Fafe

A real highlight in the calendar is Portugal. The city Fafe will be the Enduro capital of Europe in June – for two weeks. Natureza Alternativea Moto Club hosts both rounds four and five, transforming the region into a festival of off-road sports. While the first round takes the drivers to the mountainous region Argande leads, the fifth round awaits in Revelhe e Estorãos with completely new terrain. This gives each race its own character, even though both share the same starting point.
Another practical advantage is that the shared paddock in Fafe reduces both travel distances and costs. This creates an advantage not only in terms of organization but also in terms of racing – as the teams can concentrate optimally on the races.

France as a key race – excitement guaranteed

In July the entourage moves on to France, where in Saint-Agrève the sixth race of the season takes place. Moto Club Les Razmottes For decades, the French Grand Prix has stood for challenging tracks and pure enduro tradition. The timing of this race is no coincidence: In the midst of the title fight, the French Grand Prix is ​​likely to be a true turning point. Experience has shown that the French fans create an atmosphere more typically associated with large stadiums – loud, passionate, and electrifying. This is precisely why Saint-Agrève will be a key race not only in sporting terms, but also emotionally.

Final in Wales – British terrain, great emotions

The big season finale finally takes place in the heart of Wales, more precisely in Rhayader. Where mud, rain and unpredictable weather are the norm, the final race of the EnduroGP 2026 will be held. After two outstanding events in 2024 and 2025, the Rhayader Motor Club now has the honor of hosting the season finale. Between green hills, narrow forest paths, and cheering fans, the battle for the world championship title will be decided. This is where it will be revealed who has what it takes to become a champion, not only in terms of driving skills but also mentally.

“A calendar that breathes Enduro”

Carla Alvarenga, Managing Director of Prime Stadium Events, is enthusiastic: "We've found a balanced mix for 2026 – well-known classics, new challenges, and true enduro culture. The double event in Portugal and the comeback in Sicily in particular make the season something special."

Variety, excitement and pure emotion

The calendar of FIM EnduroGP 2026 symbolizes what defines this sport: variety, passion, and pure authenticity. From the sun of Sicily to the forests of Finland to the hills of Wales – every lap tells its own story. Because enduro is more than motorsport. It's adventure, team spirit, and willpower on two wheels – and in 2026, this will be felt more than ever.

2026 Paulo Duarte FIM EnduroGP World Championship

Round 1: Italian GP – Custonaci, Sicily – 10-12 April
Round 2: Spanish GP – Oliana – 1-3 May
Round 3: GP of Finland – Vierumäki, Salpausselkä – 22-24 May
Round 4: GP of Portugal – Fafe – 12-14 June
Round 5: GP of Portugal II – Fafe – 19-21 June
Round 6: French GP – Saint-Agrève – 17-19 July
Round 7: Welsh GP – Rhayader – 7-9 August