Women’s Cycling Season 2026 – Rules, Calendar and Teams

The 2026 women’s professional cycling season brings exciting opportunities and growth for riders and teams around the world. Below the top tier of the UCI Women’s WorldTour, the UCI Women’s ProSeries serves as the second-highest level of competition, offering valuable UCI points, strong sport performance, and broad international exposure for teams and riders.

UCI Women’s ProSeries – Rules and Structure

The UCI Women’s ProSeries in 2026 will be the seventh edition of this professional circuit. As the second tier below the WorldTour, the ProSeries is designed to bridge the gap between the highest level and other professional races, providing a robust racing calendar featuring both one-day classics and stage races across Europe and beyond.

Teams invited to ProSeries events typically include UCI Women’s WorldTeams, UCI Women’s ProTeams and, in certain cases, strong UCI Continental squads. Invitations and participation are based on sporting merit, ranking, and organiser selection, with an emphasis on competitive fields and development opportunities.

2026 UCI Women’s ProSeries Calendar – Key Races

The 2026 ProSeries calendar spans from January to October, with approximately 20 events scheduled, offering diverse racing across Europe and Oceania.

Early Season – Australia and Spain

  • 21 JanuarySantos Tour Down Under (1.Pro) – Australia
  • 28 JanuarySurf Coast Classic (1.Pro) – Australia
  • 8 FebruaryVuelta CV Feminas (1.Pro) – Spain
  • 12–15 FebruarySetmana Ciclista Volta Femenina de la Comunitat Valenciana  (stage race, 2.Pro) – Spain
  • 22 FebruaryClásica de Almería (1.Pro) – Spain

Spring – Belgian and European Classics

  • 11 March – Ixina Leeuw-Oetingen P/B Lotto – Belgium
  • 18 March Danilith Nokere Koerse We (1.Pro) – Belgium
  • 8 AprilScheldeprijs Vrouwen Elite (1.Pro) – Belgium
  • 17 AprilDe Brabantse Pijl – La Flèche Brabançonne (1.Pro) – Belgium
  • 13 May Navarra Women’s Elite Classic  (1.Pro) – Spain

Summer – Stage Races and Classics

  • 12–14 JuneTour Féminin International des Pyrénées (stage race, 2.Pro)
  • 24–26 July – Tour de Pologne Women (stage race, 2.Pro) – Poland
  • 6 SeptemberPointe du Raz Ladies Classic (1.Pro)
  • 13 SeptemberLa Choralis Fourmies Féminine (1.Pro)
  • 13 SeptemberWomen’s Cycling Grand Prix Stuttgart & Region (1.Pro)

Autumn – Finale Races

  • 3 October Giro dell’Emilia Internazionale Donne Elite (1.Pro)
  • 6 OctoberTre Valli Varesine Women (1.Pro) – Italy

 

Tour de Pologne Women – A Flagship ProSeries Event in Poland

In the 2026 season, the Tour de Pologne Women will take place on 24–26 July, with riders once again competing for victory in the ORLEN General Classification. The race will hold UCI ProSeries status, marking a major step forward in its development and confirming its growing position in the global women’s cycling calendar. Since its relaunch, Tour de Pologne Women has attracted top teams from around the world, delivering thrilling competition and impressive media exposure. With picturesque routes, passionate crowds, and high organisational standards, the race has become one of the most important women’s cycling events in Central and Eastern Europe.

The ProSeries status further elevates the race’s prestige, ensures stronger participation from elite teams, and increases UCI points available — making it a key target for riders and squads building form through the season.

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