TCR No.12

July 19, 2026 · Trondheim (NO) → Kalamata (GR)

Sofia is taking on the Transcontinental Race 2026 — one of the most demanding self-supported ultracycling races in the world. From north to south of Europe, from Norway to Greece, via the Tatras, Sarajevo and Albania. Follow her live.

≈ 4000-5000 km
Distance / Elev.

Cyclist : Sofia

An ultra-distance enthusiast, Sofia trains intensively to take on one of cycling’s greatest self-supported challenges: the Transcontinental Race.

Bike: Trek Madone SL 5 Gen 8

FAQ

What is the Transcontinentale?

The Transcontinental Race (TCR) is a fully self-supported cycling race across Europe. No support, no stages — each rider chooses their own route between mandatory checkpoints and rides day and night.

What is the route in 2026?

The 12th edition starts from Trondheim (Norway) on July 19, 2026 and reaches Kalamata (Greece) over 4000 to 5000 km. Four mandatory checkpoints: Flåm (Norway), the Tatras (Slovakia), Sarajevo (Bosnia), and Leskovik (Albania). Between these CPs, each rider plots their own route.

How long does it take?

The fastest finish in 7-9 days. Most finish in 12-15 days. The most stubborn can ride for up to 3 weeks.

How did she prepare? (2501 km · 36491 m D+)

Here is an overview of her biggest training rides, the ones that build the foundation for ultra-distance.

DateRouteDistanceElev.Time
June 7, 2026Lake Geneva — Lausanne11512874h10
June 6, 2026Col de la Colombière & Mont-Saxonnex7321663h32
May 31, 2026Lavaux1078113h48
May 21, 2026Lake Geneva shore11011623h39
May 17, 2026Jura vaudois11822314h46
May 2, 2026Mont Ventoux5718193h23
May 1, 2026Geneva — Malaucène362441616h03
April 12, 2026Rhône Valley1226755h50
April 11, 2026Gorges de l'Ardèche, Drôme, Vaucluse225195910h00
April 10, 2026Ardèche, Meygal, Le Puy213381210h30
April 9, 2026Massif du Pilat16733078h32
April 6, 2026Val-de-Travers & Vue des Alpes11924565h57
March 20, 2026Col du Marchairuz14020435h49
February 21, 2026Massif des Bauges217359510h21
January 29, 2026Marseille — Nice356475217h59
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