Glocknerkönig
June 7, 2026
Bruck-Fusch | Großglockner, Austria
The Glocknerkönig is one of the most legendary cycling races in Austria and leads along the Grossglockner High Alpine Road – one of the most beautiful and challenging mountain routes in Austria – up to the highest mountain in Austria. Every year, hundreds of cycling enthusiasts take up the challenge to prove their skills and endurance in the Classic or Ultra competition. Both categories start in Bruck an der Glocknerstraße and lead right into the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. Whether professional or amateur cyclist – those who reach the finish at over 2,400 metres can count themselves among the true kings of the mountains!
Facts & Figures
Competitions
Classic & Ultra
Route details
Classic: 27.3km; 1,672 vertical metres; maximum gradient of 12%; finish at Fuscher Törl
Ultra: 28.9km; 1815 vertical metres; maximum gradient of 15%; finish on the Edelweißspitze, the highest accessible summit in the Alps
Target group
Ambitious amateur athletes, amateur racing cyclists and professionals
Number of participants 2024
2.300
Other highlights
- Unique opportunity to experience the Großglockner High Alpine Road car-free
- Incredible alpine scenery
- Unrivalled atmosphere
- Legendary, challenging route
- An extraordinary community
Register until
31.05.2026
01.06.2026-07.06.2026 (only a limited quantity available)
Link to the registration
