The UCI’s flagship sustainable mobility conference returns to Athens in May, positioning cycling advocacy alongside competitive sport as global cities seek transport solutions and tourism strategies aligned with climate commitments.
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and the City of Athens have unveiled the themes of the 2026 UCI Mobility & Bike City Forum and the opening of registrations for the event, which will be held on May 10–11, 2026 in Athens, Greece. The forum, organized by the UCI in collaboration with Kyvernitis Travel Group and the City of Athens, has reached its 8th edition. The event will convene mobility leaders, cycling advocates, National Federation representatives, public authorities, industry representatives and experts from around the world to discuss the future of active mobility.
The program will address key themes in the development of cycling worldwide, including: sport tourism and the legacy of cycling events, the growth of cycling tourism, city strategies for cycling promotion, and global road safety initiatives. Interactive activities on the opening day of the Forum – Sunday 10 May – will include a community bike parade, thematic bike tours and the opportunity for participants to witness the finish of the ΔΕΗ Tour of Hellas in the city center. The winners of the 2026 UCI Cycling for All & Sustainability Awards will be announced at the official dinner that evening.
The UCI Mobility & Bike City Forum is the UCI’s flagship annual conference dedicated to sustainable mobility and cycling’s role in the global sustainable development agenda. The event is central to the UCI’s strategic commitment to promoting cycling globally, both as a competitive sport and a sustainable mode of transport.
