29 August
2026
The Urban Crit Race in Switzerland.
Experience Switzerland’s most spectacular modern urban criterium in the heart of Bienne. At Place de l’Esplanade, the third edition of Bienne Crit combines high-speed racing, urban street culture and festival vibes.
The Road Race Crit:
High speeds, tight corners, and pure tactics. The classic criterium format for geared road bikes with brakes.
The Fixed Gear Crit:
Brakeless, one gear, pure adrenaline. The track bike scene meets for the showdown on the concrete of Bienne.
The Race Track & Fan Village
Distance
Lap
1100
Meters
Total
Distance
38.5
km
Total
Time
60
min
* Data from Road Race Categroy Finals
Race Day Schedule
12:00 – 12:50
Open Race Track Inspection
Road
13:00 – 13:30
Men's Qualification 1
Road
13:40 – 14:10
Men's Qualification 2
Road
14:20 – 14:40
Kids Race
Kids
14:50 – 15:50
Women's Race (No Qualification)
Road
16:00 – 17:00
Men's B Final
Road
17:10 – 18:10
Men's A Final
Road
18:20 – 18:40
Open Race Track Inspection
Fixed Gear
18:50 – 19:20
Women's Race (No Qualification)
Fixed Gear
19:30 – 20:00
Men's Race (No Qualification)
Fixed Gear
20:10 – 20:45
Podium Ceremony & Prize Giving
All
Fan Village & Partner Expo
Experience the race atmosphere up close in our Fan Village. Enjoy food and drinks, meet fellow cycling fans, and discover exciting exhibition booths hosted by our partners. The perfect place to connect, explore, and celebrate the sport together.
Main Partner
Partner
Host City
Supporter
