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Valle d'Aosta by Mountain Bike: La Thuile, Pila, and the Alps Above Aosta
The Italian Alps' longest valley holds some of the most varied alpine mountain biking in Europe — and Round 7 of the UCI MTB World Series in La Thuile this weekend is the best reason to come now.
Ride La Thuile: Complete Guide to Valle d'Aosta's Alpine Bike Park
La Thuile's UCI World Cup bike park delivers 1,200m of vertical on Europe's steepest natural trail network. Season, travel from Turin, gear, trails, and where to eat in the Italian Alps.
UCI MTB World Cup La Thuile 2026: Can Goldstone Tame Europe's Steepest DH?
In 48 hours, the UCI Downhill World Cup debuts at La Thuile on the series' steepest course. Jackson Goldstone leads practice. Vali Höll and Gracey Hemstreet battle for the women's lead.
Round 7 Opens in La Thuile: WHOOP UCI MTB World Series Brings Four Disciplines to Valle d'Aosta
The WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series arrives at La Thuile this weekend for the most format-dense event on the calendar — XCO, XCC, Downhill, and Enduro all racing in one Alpine hub, with a night Enduro stage and the season's steepest DH course.