When does the European Championship take place?

The championship runs from July 7 to July 12, 2026, in Cottbus.

Where will the races be held?

The venue is the Lausitz Velodrome in the Cottbus Sports Center, Dresdener Straße 18, 03050 Cottbus.

How many decisions will there be?

Over six competition days, there will be 44 decisions in the youth categories U19 and U23.

Is the venue barrier-free?

Yes, the sports facility offers barrier-free access, barrier-free usage for spectators, barrier-free sanitary facilities, and a guidance system for hearing and visually impaired individuals.

How do I get there by car?

There are 46 parking spaces available on-site. Additionally, the facility is connected to public transport.

How much does a ticket cost?

No verified ticket price was clearly stated in the sources found.

European Championship in Track Cycling

Name: European Championship in Track Cycling for U19 and U23
Start: 2026-07-07T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-12T22:00:00+02:00
Location: Lausitz Velodrom

Cottbus becomes the stage for the next generation of track cycling

When the floodlights shine at the Lausitz Velodrome and the track vibrates under the accelerations of the best young female and male riders, Cottbus is entirely focused on international track cycling. The UEC Track Cycling European Championships for U19 and U23 return to Cottbus from July 7 to July 12, 2026. The organizer is RSC Cottbus, and the host is the Lausitz Velodrome in the Cottbus Sports Center.

Six days, 44 decisions, maximum excitement

There will be 44 decisions over six competition days. On the 333.33-meter track, there will be sprints, keirin, team sprints, individual pursuit, team pursuit, omnium, points races, madison, scratch, and elimination races. The mix of tactics, speed, and explosive power makes every round a razor-thin duel.

In 2024, the track European Championships in Cottbus were a complete success, attracting more than 400 athletes from 29 nations. For 2026, the UEC speaks of another home game in the Lausitz Velodrome, as Cottbus stepped in as a substitute for Tel Aviv. Statistics also underline the importance of the location: the Cottbus cycling track has 3,251 spectator seats available, including 1,925 seated and 1,326 standing places.

High-class youth in focus

The European Championship is regarded as a showcase for the stars of tomorrow. Organizing director Axel Viertler has already looked forward to the next step after the successful edition in 2024, speaking about building on the success and taking it a step further. This mix of expectations, home advantages, and international standards is what makes the allure of this event: talents meet pressure, precision meets speed, and fan culture meets strong emotions.

Lausitz Velodrome: compact, close, and sporty

The Cottbus Sports Center is located at Dresdener Straße 18, 03050 Cottbus. The facility is classified as an outdoor venue, has public transport access, bike racks, 46 car parking spaces, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a cafeteria, as well as barrier-free access, barrier-free usage for participants and spectators, a guidance system for hearing and visually impaired individuals, and barrier-free sanitary facilities. This ensures short distances and an immediate stadium atmosphere.

An event for fans of tactics and speed lovers

In track cycling, the perfect moment often determines the outcome: the right start, the clean rear wheel, the clever position in the field. These details characterize the U19 and U23 European Championships in Cottbus. Those who look closely will not only experience races but also fine motor racing strategy at a true world-class level.

The track cycling highlight in Cottbus promises intense racing action, international class, and an atmosphere that makes every sprint even louder. Anyone wishing to experience young exceptional talents live should not miss this European Championship.