Transylvania Challenge

The route for riders who want more

Transylvania Challenge is the hardest of our one-day tours. It's built for riders who can keep control of the bike on rock, on slopes and in water. If you've been riding enduro for a while and want to test your technique, this is the tour where you'll notice.

What the route asks of you

You need to be comfortable on the bike at low speed, going uphill and downhill. The tour comes down to technique: body position, braking on slopes, choosing your line over rocks. You also need reasonable fitness, because the day is long.

We don't expect competition-level riding, but we do expect honesty. If you're unsure, tell us before the tour and we'll make a safe choice together.

What you will encounter

Rocky descents, where the ground changes quickly and you have to decide fast. River crossings, which can be slow and tiring if your balance isn't good. Climbs over terrain where you can't see far ahead. And summits with views over the area, worth taking in during a break.

Preparation

Besides full protective gear, you need good gloves, goggles that don't fog easily, and a full water bottle or camelback. Pack a rain jacket as well, especially in spring and autumn, when the weather changes fast.

Want to ride a rental bike? Let us know in advance. We check the bike before departure, but you need to feel at home on it.

Questions before you book

Tell us what you have ridden, which terrain you liked and what scared you. From that we can tell you whether Transylvania Challenge fits you now, or whether Carpathian Explorer is a better first step.