IMBA Europe

Europe has formed a united MTB organisation with the International Mountain Bicycling Association th

IMBA Europe is an affiliate organisation of the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA). www.IMBA.com

IMBA Europe is incorporated as an NGO in the Netherlands and under the laws of the European Union.

18/06/2026

Every day, volunteer trail crews across Europe are maintaining, restoring, and building the trails we all ride. But too often, this work goes unseen and underfunded.

That's why we're asking all trail crews across Europe to complete their Trail Impact Report. By sharing the number of volunteers, hours worked, and kilometres positively impacted, we can paint a clearer picture of the incredible contribution volunteers make to our trail networks.

Together, we'll turn these numbers into a Europe-wide infographic that everyone can share and use to advocate for better recognition and support for trails.

📊 Please take a few minutes to submit your report. Because what gets measured gets valued.

Link to form --> https://form.typeform.com/to/bYNmV837

15/06/2026

The sixth edition of the IMBA Italia Gathering will take place on 24–25 October 2026 in Nimis, in the heart of the Torre Valleys of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Bringing together volunteers, trail builders, tourism professionals, and public authorities, the event highlights how mountain biking and trail networks can support sustainable regional development and strengthen local communities.

This year’s program combines presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and on-the-ground activities, giving participants the opportunity to exchange ideas and experience the region firsthand. Set among the communities of Nimis, Tarcento, and Lusevera, the Gathering showcases an area that is building a new identity around trails, outdoor recreation, and cycle tourism.

For the first time, the IMBA Italia Gathering will also welcome international speakers alongside some of Italy’s leading voices in mountain biking. Among them will be representatives from IMBA Europe, bringing a broader European perspective to the conversation - with more details and speaker announcements to come.

15/06/2026

🤝Enhancing collaboration between protected area managers and outdoor recreation organizations.

All those engaged with protected areas, regardless of their background or motivations, share a respect for the value of our natural spaces and seek to engage in preservation efforts. That is becoming increasingly clear as the CONNECT – Outdoor Sports & Protected Areas project meets with a variety of stakeholders in different natural environments, most recently in Weerribben / Wieden National Park in the Netherlands

Over two days, the project coalition met with representatives of National Parks and forestry, outdoor sports, local entrepreneurs engaged in the sector, and others who seek to make our visits to natural spaces more sustainable and enjoyable while making a direct contribution to nature restoration. Whether combating invasive species, addressing threats from poor visitor management and overtourism, or encouraging sustainable mobility through bike-share systems, outdoor sports enthusiasts can, by working together through collaboration and deliberation, not only enjoy the opportunities that protected nature areas provide but also contribute to their preservation and conservation.

Learn more about the CONNECT Project here --> https://www.outdoor-sports-network.eu/blog/2026/05/04/enhancing-collaboration-through-collaboration-connect-project-advances-across-europe/

03/06/2026

At IMBA Europe, cycling isn't just something we advocate for - it's part of everyday life. Our board and staff regularly use their mountain bikes and city bikes for commuting, shopping trips, school drop-offs, and getting around their communities.

Every journey by bike is a reminder of the positive impact cycling has on our health, wellbeing, and the places we live.

This World Bicycle Day, we encourage our community to join us: choose the bike for a trip, take a photo, and share your ride.

31/05/2026

🏆Apply now - 2026 TCoYT award nominations are still open!

Attention trail crews and volunteers. The annual TCoYT award applications are still open for another 10 days! Be sure to check out what's on offer this year, and submit your applications - you never know, you might win :)

This year we have four separate awards to hand out, which are designed to celebrate the individuals, the local crews and the trail associations. Swipe through the post to find out more!

Remember, don't be shy, just apply! More information via link in bio!

https://www.takecareofyourtrails.com/awards/

29/05/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐥.

🥾 Throughout Europe's Protected Areas, trails help guide visitors: Showing them the incredible beauty of our natural heritage, whilst also protecting valuable - and vulnerable - ecosystems.

Yet, trails remain politically invisible, under-funded, and structurally unsupported.

EUROPARC, as a member of the ENOS European Network Outdoor Sport Trail Expert Group contributed to the newly released European Trails Policy Paper.

👉 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝, 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬.

Does your organisation want to support the initiative? Then become a signatory of the European Trails Policy Paper!

Discover the paper, and become a signatory here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=g1AlPigZX0yjG2LF2tRelpQilRM1f75BjEt8d3CrZhpUM1ZIS0hYNjA2MDBEWTE2QUdBWEtCUTVLNC4u&route=shorturl

28/05/2026

🏆 Attention volunteers & crews! Don't forget to apply for the TCoYT awards.

The 10th edition of the annual Take Care of Your Trails campaign will wrap up this weekend! It's not too late to add your Spring dig days, and join the campaign. For those participating, you can apply for the awards and prizes.

Swipe through to learn more about what is on offer. And hey, remember that you've gotta be in it, to win 😉

https://www.takecareofyourtrails.com/awards/

26/05/2026

Trails are far more than lines on a map - they are critical infrastructure for recreation, health, tourism, nature connection and sustainable outdoor participation. That’s why we encourage our community to join the upcoming ENOS webinar: The Value and Strategic Relevance of Trails.

At IMBA Europe, we know this discussion matters. We’ve been heavily involved in developing the European trails policy paper, helping build a stronger case for recognising trails as essential assets that deserve strategic support and investment.

This webinar is a great opportunity for trail advocates, destination managers, land managers, outdoor organisations and riders to better understand how trails create value across sectors - and why stronger policy recognition can shape the future of trail access and development across Europe.

If you care about the long-term future of trails and want to strengthen the arguments for investment, collaboration and sustainable trail development, this conversation is for you.

Join the discussion and help shape the future of trails.

https://www.outdoor-sports-network.eu/blog/2026/05/04/enos-trails-webinar-the-value-and-strategic-relevance-of-trails/

19/05/2026

⌛️Just a couple more weeks left to apply for the Trail Advancement Award!

This funded scholarship, is made possible through a 1% for the Planet donation from H+I Adventures to IMBA Europe, offers a place on the Trail Building Management program delivered by Fagskolen Viken Higher Vocational College.

Designed with working professionals and volunteers in mind, the program combines online learning modules with a small number of in-person training opportunities - making it possible to study while continuing your day-to-day work.

If you're looking to build your skills and help shape the future of sustainable trails, don’t miss your chance.

🔗Link in bio

19/05/2026

⏳ Just a couple more weeks left to apply for the Trail Advancement Award!

This funded scholarship, is made possible through a 1% for the Planet donation from H+I Adventures to IMBA Europe, offers a place on the Trail Building Management program delivered by Fagskolen Viken Higher Vocational College.

Designed with working professionals and volunteers in mind, the program combines online learning modules with a small number of in-person training opportunities - making it possible to study while continuing your day-to-day work.

If you're looking to build your skills and help shape the future of sustainable trails, don’t miss your chance.

⚠️ Be sure to check the application requirements before applying.

https://www.imba-europe.org/trail-advancement-award/

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