Get Ready for the Most Ambitious MTB Event Yet with Dual Stops in Germany and Austria
INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA (July 22, 2025) — The Swatch Nines MTB 2025 is doubling down on the action! With two back-to-back stops in Germany and Austria, this year’s edition marks the most diverse and extended version of the iconic freeride and freestyle mountain bike event to date.
📍 KEY EVENT DETAILS
- What: Swatch Nines MTB
- When: September 4–13, 2025
- Where: Green Hill Bikepark (Germany) & Bike Republic Sölden (Austria)
- Who: Elite international male & female mountain bikers
TWO COUNTRIES. ONE EPIC CELEBRATION OF MTB.
The 2025 edition kicks off September 4–6 with a Big Air jam at Green Hill Bikepark in Germany. Riders then head south to Bike Republic Sölden, Austria, for more action from September 9–13. Combined, these stops offer a unique blend of terrain, creativity, and culture, making this the most anticipated Swatch Nines yet.
Each location aligns with vibrant local festivals:
- Green Hill: BYND The Hill Festival (Sep 5–6) featuring a public jam session
- Sölden: BRS Festival (Sep 12–14) including a night shoot and public jam
🎟️ All Swatch Nines public sessions are free to attend with a festival ticket.
“We’re beyond stoked to take Swatch Nines MTB to the next level with two epic locations and back-to-back weekends of action. It’s the biggest, most diverse bike setup we’ve ever had.”
NICO ZACEK (FOUNDER, THE NINES):
BECOME A NINE: FROM RIDERS TO PHOTOGRAPHERS
Swatch Nines continues its tradition of inclusivity and talent scouting with two special contests:
- Rider Wildcards: Three athletes (Marlon Katzke, David Zimmermann, and Justus Imhorst) already secured wildcards at the July 12 BYND pre-event in Green Hill. The online “Become a Nine” contest opens July 24.
- Photography Opportunity: One talented photographer will earn a spot on the media team in Sölden, open to creatives worldwide—experience not required.
📍 For contest info: thenines.cc
WHY SWATCH NINES MATTERS
Unlike traditional competitions, Swatch Nines offers a creative playground for athletes and creators alike. It merges action sports with storytelling and visual artistry, becoming a defining platform in Snow, Surf, Skate, and now Bike culture.
“Swatch Nines is all about fun, progression, and pushing limits. With updated setups and new skate and BMX elements, this year’s going to be wild!”
Peter Kaiser (MTB, Austria):
Mark your calendars, gather your crew, and prepare to witness MTB history in the making.
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