Bimbache Extreme returns to northern Morocco in 2027

Raid Bimbache will stage its 11th edition from April 25 to May 2, 2027, in northern Morocco as an Adventure Racing World Series qualifier. The race will cover 410 kilometers across the Rif Mountains and offer the winner a place at the AR World Championship in Croatia later in 2027.

Why it matters: - Raid Bimbache’s return adds another high-profile expedition race to the Adventure Racing World Series calendar. - The event gives teams a path to the AR World Championship in Croatia later in 2027. - The race shifts the spotlight to northern Morocco, a region the organizers are positioning as a new endurance-racing destination.

What happened: - Raid Bimbache Extreme Adventure Race will run from April 25 to May 2, 2027. - The 11th edition will take place in northern Morocco. - Registration is open at more information. - The race is an Adventure Racing World Series event and a qualifier for the AR World Championship.

The details: - The course will cover 410 kilometers of expedition racing. - Teams will trek, mountain bike, navigate an orienteering section, tackle rope courses, paddle, and move through canyons. - Satellite navigation devices will not be allowed. - Teams must complete the course within 120 hours. - The expedition category is for mixed teams of four. - An adventure category will also be available for teams of two and three. - The winning team will earn a free place on the start line in Croatia later in the year. - Jesus Bermejo will serve again as technical director. - The organization will handle logistics, transport, and accommodation for participating teams. - Registration for four-person teams costs 2,900 euros. - The race cap is 40 teams, and entries will be accepted in strict registration order. - Teams will be able to fly into Tangier or Tetouan on the Mediterranean coast. - Transfers will be provided from both locations. - The event venue will be announced soon.

Between the lines: - The move to northern Morocco changes the race profile from last year’s Atlas Mountains setting to a route shaped by the Rif Mountains and the Mediterranean coast. - Bermejo said the route is designed to test even experienced adventure racers with route choice, navigation, and multiple disciplines. - The race’s appeal appears to rest on both competition and destination value, with the organizers highlighting weather, scenery, and ease of access from Europe.

What’s next: - Organizers will announce the race venue soon. - Teams can continue registering until the 40-team field is filled. - The winner will move on to the AR World Championship in Croatia later in 2027.