June 30 to July 6, 2025
THE ULTIMATE RACE
#MeetYourLimits in the heart of the Swiss alps
A redesigned race format that aims to offer you ultradistance races with the highest vertical drop per kilometer on the 1000km, 555km and 333km distances. From the start at the UCI World Cycling Center (WCC) to the finish at the Château d'Aigle, you'll cross the most prestigious landscapes in the Swiss Alps in total autonomy, and experience intense emotions.
Relive the 2024 edition of The Ultimates in pictures
The ultimate challenge
To get to the end of this journey in the allotted time, night riding seems to be the obvious choice. So, depending on your sleep strategy, you can ride all night or leave your accommodation early in the morning to benefit from maximum natural light. This will also enable you to enjoy mild temperatures at all altitudes.
The ultimate Switzerland
Grosse Scheidegg, Klausen, Flüela, Furka, Croix de Coeur, ... the names of mythical mountain passes in the world of cycling. Depending on how far you've progressed, you'll have the opportunity to experience a sunrise in exceptional places, in an emotional state that heightens the euphoria of the moment.
The ultimate tip
80% of success comes before the race. Physical and mental preparation are crucial, as is the choice of the right equipment. An event as unprecedented as this one means adapting your bike to maximize comfort. Gear ratios, too, will be much lower than those seen on the start lines of a traditional race ... and even of other ultra-distance road races.
Revisit the first edition from the inside with this GCN documentary
*back then, it was still easy with Reboost Stations 😉
Monday June 30 to Sunday July 6, 2025
MONDAY 30TH
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Home
The Ultimate 1000
TUESDAY 1TH
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Start
The Ultimate 1000
THURSDAY 3RD
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Home
Ultimate 555
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Arrivals
The Ultimate 1000
FRIDAY 4TH
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Departure
Ultimate 555
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Home
Ultimate 333
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Arrivals
The Ultimate 1000
SATURDAY 5TH
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Start
Ultimate 333
Social Ride
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Finish
The Ultimate 1000
Ultimate 555
Ultimate 333
SUNDAY 6TH
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Arrivals
The Ultimate 1000
Ultimate 555
Ultimate 333
Whether solo or in a duo, the finish line in Aigle, land of cycling and cycling capital of the world, must be reached without any external assistance . The principles of self-sufficiency recently outlined in an article on Bikepacking.com apply.
In short, #meetyourlimits and don't be a dick!
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NEWS
Somewhere in the Alps ⛰️🇨🇭 Rain around the bend and sun on the other side. A slogan that could perfectly sum up the 2024 edition of The Ultimates. ☀️☔️ We're all hoping for more clement weather this year and that it's the road alone that allows you to #meetyourlimits ___ Rain at the bend and sun for the descent. A slogan that could perfectly sum up the 2024 edition of The Ultimates. ☀️☔️ We're all hoping for more clement weather this year and that it's the road alone that allows you to #meetyourlimits 📷 @kuva.swiss
Tue 29
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🚴♂️💨 @ecrevissemoka relaunching on the big stage. Would Pogačar be able to keep up? We doubt it. #meetyourlimits ___ @ecrevissemoka in attack mode in this climb. Will Pogačar be able to keep up? We doubt it. #meetyourlimits 📷 @kuva.swiss
Tue 24
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Spring is here! 🌷🌸 The days are getting longer, and so are our outings. It's that time of year again! ☀️ #meetyourlimits ___ The days are getting longer and so are our rides. So the sunny season is back! ☀️ #meetyourlimits 📷 @kuva.swiss
Tue 20
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#switchbacksaturdays 🚴♂️🤩 From the most famous passes to the most little-known, The Ultimate has emotions in store for you at every turn. #meetyourlimits ___ From the most famous passes to the least known, The Ultimate will thrill you at every turn. 📷 @kuva.swiss #meetyourlimits
Tue 15
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The long and w̶i̶n̶d̶i̶n̶g̶ climbing road 🪲 📷 @kuva.swiss #meetyourlimits
Tue 13
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