For the first time, experts from the Alpine region will come together to discuss the opportunities and challenges of mountain bike tourism. Selected speakers will provide high-level presentations and panel discussions, while there will also be plenty of free space to exchange ideas with other congress participants.

Together we are taking the sport of mountain biking one step further. The Ride Mountain Bike Congress Chur should make an important contribution to this. Save the date or register now via the website. Further information at www.ridekongress.ch.

Ride Mountain Bike Congress Chur

Date: September 19 - 20, 2013
Location: Marsöl Conference Center, Chur, Switzerland
Audience: Professionals and those interested in (alpine) mountain bike tourism
Price: 350.00 CHF/person incl. lunch excluding overnight stay
Language: German
Organization: Chur Tourism in cooperation with Ride Magazine

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Theme blocks of the Ride Mountain Bike Congress Chur:Infrastructure and planning: How will mountain railroads solve their capacity problems in the future? What is the value of mountain bike tourism? How can the pressure of use on local recreation areas be resolved? What role will the electric motor play in mountain bike tourism?

Mountain bike market: In which direction is mountain bike tourism heading? What do mountain bikers expect from a hotel and a destination? What significance will rental offers have? How are exciting mountain bike stories told? How do you stage a modern event?

Safety and legal issues: What are the legal conditions for mountain bike tourism in the Alpine countries? What happens in the event of a serious accident? What safety requirements are placed on a municipality? Which ones for a tour operator and a bike guide?