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6 Of The Toughest Mountain Bike Endurance Races On The Planet

You've got to be hardcore to dodge jungle snakes, tackle the Himalayas and cross the Australian desert on wheels

Photo: Erwin Haiden

As far as organisation goes, the Salzkammergut Trophy is regarded as one of the best.

With over 4,000 participants taking part, only the hardiest take part in the Extreme Course, a 211km stretch over an altitude of 7,049m that takes you all over the alpine region of Salzkammergut.

It’s a UNESCO Heritage Site, so expect spectacular mountain top views over lakeside villages along the way. Once you’ve completed all, you can treat yourself to a well-deserved ice cold pint of Stiegl!

It’s also one of the cheaper events in enter – just €85 if you book now. Check out more about it here.

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