M³ Montafon Kids Challenge
Your mountain bike adventure for little heroes and heroines
Your mountain bike adventure for little heroes and heroines
Every Friday before the M3, the Montafon is all about young bikers. The M³ Montafon Kids Challenge in St. Gallenkirch is all about fun, exercise and sporting interaction - in a safe environment and against an impressive mountain backdrop.
Whether you have just started biking or are already trying out the trails like a pro: this event is the right place for you. It's all about skill, courage and, above all, the fun of cycling - and, of course, unforgettable moments with your peers.
Kids Challenge // 01.08.2026
An action-packed mountain biking afternoon for young cyclists aged 5 to 14 – with a technical course, a cross-country race suitable for children, and lots of fun.
All participants take part in two exciting competitions: first, there is the technical course with six age-appropriate stations – then the cross-country race awaits you.
From 12:00 p.m. // Race number distribution (at the Revier Hotel in St. Gallenkirch)
Please arrive in good time to collect your race number so that you can relax at the starting line.
Our tip: It'sbesttoregister early so that you can take care of everything in advance. If you want to participate spontaneously, you can also register on race day up to 30 minutes before the start.
Entry fees
- U7, U9, U11: €10.00
- U13, U15: €15.00
1:00–3:00 p.m. // Technique course (6 stations)
From 1:00 p.m., you can show how well you can control your bike on the technical course. At various stations, it's not just speed that counts, but above all balance, control, and concentration:
- Slalom between cones
- Riding on narrow wooden planks
- Log obstacle – pure nature feeling
- Eight-shaped course – two-handed & one-handed
- Ball game – throwing balls into baskets
- Balance challenge – technique meets fun
Each station earns points – a maximum of 30 is possible. Station supervisors ensure fairness and safety. Their decisions are final.
3:15–6:30 p.m. // Cross-country race
Routes and start times:
- U7: 3:15 p.m. | "Small" route (approx. 1 km, 7 min., 20 m elevation gain)
- U9: 3 :40 p.m. | "Medium" route (approx. 1.7 km, 10 min., 40 m elevation gain)
- U11: 4 :10 p.m. | "Medium" route (approx. 3.4 km, 20 min., 80 m elevation gain)
- U13: 4 :45 p.m. | "X-Large" route (approx. 5 km, 35 min., 160 m elevation gain)
- U15: 6:00 p.m. | "X-Large" route (approx. 5 km, 30 min., 160 m elevation gain)
Please note: Participants will be called 5 minutes before the start – please be ready in good time.
7:00 p.m. // Award ceremony
Grand finale with applause and lots of proud faces. Every child is celebrated – because taking part is everything.
This event is a popular sports competition for children. The focus is on having fun exercising, enjoying cycling, and sharing the experience together.
Be there – we look forward to seeing you!
The M³ Montafon Kids Challenge is more than just a race – it's a day full of exercise, new experiences, and smiling children. Whether you're participating in a competition for the first time or have already had a taste of racing, you'll be right at home here! Together with lots of other kids, you can show what you're made of – without any pressure, but with lots of fun.
So: put on your helmet, get your bike ready – and let your adventure in Montafon begin.
Packing list
What you need to participate:
To ensure you don't forget anything important, we have prepared a packing list for you:
- Your own bicycle (‘Biobike’ – no e-bikes): No bike, no adventure.
- Your helmet: Safety first
- If you like and have them: You are also welcome to wear protective gear, cycling gloves, and sports glasses – but this is not a must.
- Your sturdy shoes: So you can ride and run well.
- As needed: Water bottle, change of shirt, sunscreen, rain jacket, and bike lock (to keep your bike safe).
Pack everything and get ready – we look forward to seeing you and hope you have lots of fun.
