Right in the heart of the Chiemgau Alps, Ruhpolding becomes the gathering place for the motorcycle community for a weekend.
RUHPOLDING
When, after two intense and successful years in Maxlrain, the greens the castle was unfortunately no longer available, we didn’t just look for a new location—we sought a place that would carry our vision forward. We found that place in Ruhpolding.
Internationally known for the Biathlon World Cups, with a rich motorcycle tradition and a genuine culture of hospitality that makes large-scale events not only possible but truly special.
Nestled in the Chiemgau Alps, surrounded by some of Europe’s most beautiful motorcycle routes.
Here, RIDE becomes what it was always meant to be: a festival that isn’t confined to a single venue—but unfolds throughout the entire town and region.
From here, you can reach legendary routes in no time—from the Berchtesgaden region to the Salzburg region and on to Tyrol.
Ruhpolding isn't just another location. It's the perfect next step for the RIDE Moto Festival.
Special about RIDE:
The festival isn’t held in a remote field, but right in the heart of town.
Vendor row along the main street
Vendor row along the main street
Test drives starting right from the center
Restaurants, cafés, and amenities right on site.
Everything is just a few minutes’ walk away.
Stage with live music and concerts
Talks and workshops
Riding without a license
Trial and stunt shows
Open-air cinema starting at 9 p.m.
Custom bikes & classic cars
Chill-out areas, food trucks, cafés, and bars
This is where visitors, exhibitors, and the community come together—day and night.
Main Street near the spa gardens is closed to through traffic
The Retail District: a place to browse, get information, and shop
Test ride offers
Chilling, Talks between the bikes and getting inspired. For every motorcycle enthusiast will be something.
Various skill courses for you to ride yourself
Kids’ Trial Course
Introductory sessions led by experienced instructors
RIDE Trophy Qualifier/Obstacle Course
The perfect place for everything beyond the asphalt. Just a 10-minute walk from the spa gardens.
Most of the festival is free to attend—especially the vendor area and test rides in the town center.
You’ll need a ticket for certain events:
The Festival Area after 5 p.m., guided tours & training sessions, and the campground.
This way, you can decide for yourself how packed you want your RIDE weekend to be.
Ruhpolding also has a long-standing motorsports tradition. The MSC Ruhpolding has been a fixture on the scene for decades, and the former speedway stadium hosted major racing events for many years.
Even though the track is no longer actively used for speedway racing, the grounds are used for motocross training and classic car meets. Events like “Route 66 goes Ruhpolding” show that motorized culture remains firmly rooted here to this day.
By the way, you’ll find a few rare motorcycles at the Schnauferstall Classic Car Museum.
If you're arriving by motorcycle, you can use the parking lot at the Ruhpolding train station. Of course, you can also park your bike in the designated parking spaces in town.
Address for your GPS:
Bahnhofstraße 8, 83324 Ruhpolding
If you’re coming by car, please use the signposted public parking lots P1, P2, or P3.
3 Days - 2 Wheels - 1 Love.
Three days of riding, experiencing, and discovering. In the heart of the Alps, together with the community.
Be there when RIDE 2026 takes over Ruhpolding.
