In recent years, Liptov has become a popular destination not only for hiking and skiing, but also for sporting events. 2025 will be no exception - cycling and running enthusiasts will find their place thanks to a rich calendar of races that combine the beauty of nature, high-quality organization and a unique atmosphere.

From adrenaline-pumping MTB races, to urban running competitions, to family relay races - if you're planning to combine weekend relaxation with active movement, Liptov is the right place.

Liptov as a center of sports events

Liptov is perfect for exercise. The diverse terrain, mountainous environment, clean air and excellent infrastructure attract both professionals and hobby athletes. Dozens of races are held here every year – from spring to autumn – and increasingly often with accompanying programs for the whole family.

Cycling race Liptov 2025

The most popular cycling races for amateurs and professionals

• Liptov Ride
  A unique relay race that combines several sports - downhill skiing, running, cycling. It starts in the snow and ends in short sleeves. An ideal combination of winter and spring in Liptov.
  Date: 28. 3. 2025
  The place: Liptovský Mikuláš

• Around Liptov
  Stage road race for both professional and casual cyclists, connecting various municipalities and locations in the region. Professional organization, varied stage profiles and high participation.
  Date: July 31, 2025 — August 3, 2025
  Location: OŠK Likavka football field

• Demänovský Pedal
  One of our original cycling races is designed especially for families with children. Anyone who wants to and knows how to cycle can compete.

  • For amateur and professional cyclists, for children and adults
  • Cycle paths in beautiful surroundings
  • An easy route is prepared for the little ones.
  • Announcement of winners
  • All day long program with our turbo animators
  • Free admission to attractions at the FUN Centre
  • FREE entry fee for our guests

  Date: October 4, 2025
  Location: Demänová Resort
  Demänovský pedal – a sample from past years

Mountain bike race through Liptov nature

For lovers of mountain biking and technical trails, Liptov also offers off-road challenges:

• Porubsky mountaineer 2025
  

  Interesting course, single trails, meadow and forest roads with views of the Western Tatras and the Liptov Basin. The race takes place in Závažná Poruba. The length of the route is 22,5 km with an elevation gain of 730 m. The races are designed for different age categories, including children and adults.
  Date: June 15, 2025
  Location: Závažná Poruba
  

• Tour de Horný Liptov 2025
  Tour de Horný Liptov is a popular non-competitive cycling event for recreational cyclists on both classic and electric bicycles. The route runs approximately 60 km along well-known and unknown roads of Upper Liptov with the start and finish in the village of Liptovský Peter (football field near Belá). Each year brings a new route, refreshments on the route and at the finish line, and a raffle with valuable prizes included in the entry fee.

  Date:  September 6, 2025, start at 10:00 (presentation from 9:00)
  Starting fee: €15 (online or in cash before the start)
  Place: Liptovsky Peter

   

Cross-country races in Liptov - what awaits us in 2025

The Liptov region is not only alive with cycling, but also with running. Whether you like asphalt city tracks, track runs in nature, or just running for fun, you will definitely find something for yourself.

Liptov Running: City Circuits, Trails and Half Marathons

• Running on Chopok
  A vertical run with extreme elevation gain. It starts at the valley station of the cable car and finishes at the top of Chopok. Great views and an even better feeling of victory.
  Date:  10. May 2025
  The place: chopok
• Night Run Liptovsky Mikulas 2025
  Night run through the city is one of the biggest running attractions in Liptov. Great atmosphere, illuminated route, music and activities for children.
  Date: 23 AUGUST 2025
  The place: Liberators' Square, Liptovsky Mikulas
  ♂️ Routes: 10 km, 5 km, 4 × 2,5 km relay, Children's races from 18:00 PM
• Demänovský FUN RUN
  Family running race full of fun! Pack your whole family and come to us this weekend to run the Demänovský FUN RUN - a fun family run for every member.

• Children's and adult categories
• For professionals and beginners
• Special category for climbers – the smallest children
• An easy route through the beautiful resort grounds
• Unparalleled competitive atmosphere
• Medals for winners
• Accompanying program with animators
  Date: September 13, 2025
  The place: Demänová Resort
  Demänovský FUN RUN – preview from previous years

Races for children, hobby athletes and families with children

Liptov also thinks of those who want to enjoy a sporting event - without stress, without training plans, but with a smile. The region has shorter routes, a relaxed atmosphere and a rich accompanying program prepared especially for recreational athletes, families with children and complete beginners.

V Demänová Resort we specifically focus on this target group - and that's why we organize it every year Demänovský FUN RUN a Demänovský Pedal. Children's categories, climbers, moms and dads or grandparents - everyone is welcome. We don't focus on performance - it's about the joy of movement, the atmosphere and the memories that will last.

Cycling and running for beginners: Short routes and a relaxed atmosphere

You don't have to be a professional athlete to enjoy a sports weekend in Liptov. There are regularly organized races in the vicinity of Demänová Resort, where they also welcome hobby runners and cyclists.

• Demänovský FUN RUN – routes from a few meters to a few kilometers are suitable for complete beginners and entire families

• Demänovská pedal – a cycling race where you can pack the whole family again – and if you don't have your own bike, you can easily rent one rent directly at the resort through our bike rental, for which you, as a guest of Demänová Resort, receive a 10% discount.

Family Races Liptov: Competitions and activities for young and old

Events in the Liptov region also have children in mind – whether they want to run, cheer or just have fun. Children's relay races, mini races, competitions or inflatable attractions guarantee that the whole family will have fun. Mascots, music, refreshments and an accompanying program create a cheerful atmosphere that children will love.

Liptov as an ideal destination for a sports weekend with the family

If you stay at Demänová Resort, all these experiences are at your fingertips – and often right under your windows. Events such as the Demänovský FUN RUN or the Demänovský pedal take place right on the premises, so the fun starts right after breakfast. You can combine the race with relaxation – stay near the track, treat yourself to wellness and regeneration, while the children have fun in the fun zone or miniZOO.

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