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From July 16 to 18, 2026, Polanica-Zdrój will become the center of Polish mountain biking. The 34th Polish Mountain Bike Championships in XCO, XCC and XCR formats will be held here. The day after the championships end, on July 19, hundreds of participants of the Bike Marathon will race along the same mountain trails. Whether you are coming as a competitor, spectator or companion, it is worth booking accommodation in Polanica-Zdrój well in advance. Hotel Bukowy Park Medical SPA is a comfortable base camp in the heart of the spa town.
Polish MTB Championships Polanica-Zdrój 2026 — what, where and when?
Polanica-Zdrój is not a random host of such a prestigious event. Mountain biking has a long tradition here. Through the slopes of Piekielna Góra runs one of the most challenging MTB trails in Poland, known as the Piekielna Pętla (Hell's Loop), which has been attracting cycling enthusiasts seeking mountain challenges for years. This history is what earned the city the trust of the organizers and the Polish Cycling Federation.
The competition takes place in three formats. XCC is a short track, a dynamic elimination race on a short circuit. XCO is classic cross country, the main championship discipline. XCR is a relay race format. Thanks to this, the weekend attracts both spectators looking for fast-paced action and fans of long mountain competition. Entries are accepted until July 12, 2026. The full schedule and organizational information are available at mtbpolanica.pl.
The day after the Polish Championships end, July 19, Polanica-Zdrój hosts the next edition of the Bike Marathon. This is one of the most recognized cycling events in Poland. The Polanica edition holds special significance — cycling events in this area have been held continuously for over 25 years. The July weekend in Polanica is therefore a true cycling celebration for the whole family.
Polanica-Zdrój and the Kłodzko Valley — what to see while you are here?
Polanica-Zdrój is a Lower Silesian spa town located in the Bystrzyca Dusznicka valley, at the foot of the Piekielna Góra massif. The town stretches between two mountain ranges: the Stołowe Mountains to the north and the Bystrzyckie Mountains to the south. Thanks to this, within a radius of a few kilometers you have access to some of the most interesting hiking trails in Poland.
The first place worth visiting is Szczeliniec Wielki — the highest peak of the Stołowe Mountains (922 m above sea level) with a unique rock labyrinth, deep ravines and corridors. In addition, the Błędne Skały (Errant Rocks) in the Skalniak massif offer a breathtaking stone maze at any time of year. Well-maintained tourist trails totaling approximately 100 km lead through all the attractions of the Stołowe Mountains National Park.
Beyond hiking trails, it is worth visiting the Chapel of Skulls in nearby Kudowa-Zdrój, the Paper Mill Museum in Duszniki-Zdrój and the historic Spa Park in Polanica itself, with its mineral water pump room and promenade along the Bystrzyca Dusznicka river. For families with children, the Góralka summer toboggan run is a great attraction — 450 meters long, speeds up to 40 km/h, with a rope park and playground nearby. As a result, a trip to the MTB championships naturally turns into a several-day holiday in one of the most beautiful corners of Lower Silesia.
Recovery after the race — why Medical SPA makes sense here?
For competitors and active spectators who spend the weekend on the Piekielna Góra trails, recovery is just as important as the race itself. Hotel Bukowy Park Medical SPA offers exactly that: professional regeneration treatments in a spa environment.
The Medical SPA zone offers relaxation and sports massages, treatments based on local resources and therapeutic baths. In addition, the hotel has a swimming pool and sauna area. As a result, after an intense day on the MTB you have everything you need for recovery without leaving the property. This is particularly important during the championships, when competitors return to the course the next day and every hour of rest counts.
Where to find accommodation in Polanica-Zdrój during the MTB Championships?
Accommodation in Polanica-Zdrój during the championships period is worth booking as early as possible. July is peak season, and sporting events attract competitors, their families and spectators from all over Poland. As a result, places in hotels close to the center fill up many weeks before the start.
Hotel Bukowy Park Medical SPA is located in the center of Polanica-Zdrój, surrounded by the greenery of the spa park. It is a proposal for both competitors seeking comfortable recovery after the race and for families and spectators who want to combine a cycling weekend with a relaxing stay in a mountain spa town. The hotel offers SPA and wellness treatments, a restaurant with regional cuisine, comfortable rooms and direct access to the spa park.
FAQ
When are the Polish MTB Championships in Polanica-Zdrój 2026? The championships take place from July 16 to 18, 2026. The following day, July 19, the Bike Marathon takes place on the same trails.
Where is the MTB championship course in Polanica-Zdrój? The competition takes place on a cross country circuit on the slopes of Piekielna Góra, on the trail known as Piekielna Pętla.
What is the entry deadline? Entries are accepted until July 12, 2026.
What is worth seeing in Polanica-Zdrój and the surrounding area? Above all, the Stołowe Mountains with Szczeliniec Wielki and Błędne Skały. It is also worth visiting the Chapel of Skulls in Kudowa-Zdrój, the Paper Mill Museum in Duszniki-Zdrój and the Spa Park with its mineral water pump room in Polanica itself.
Does Hotel Bukowy Park offer treatments after physical exertion? Yes. The hotel has a Medical SPA zone with sports and relaxation massages, a swimming pool and saunas, ideal after an intense MTB weekend.
Book your accommodation in Polanica-Zdrój for July 2026
Places in hotels for the MTB championships weekend fill up quickly. Book your stay at Hotel Bukowy Park Medical SPA and experience the July cycling weekend in comfort, with recovery in a mountain spa town.