STARTING JUNE 1ST, 2026 • 1,332 KM AROUND ICELAND • 18 DAYS • 18 UWC SCHOOLS • €240,000 SCHOLARSHIP GOAL • JOIN THE GLOBAL MOVEMENT •
A BIFRÖST Initiative
What, Who, Why, How?
We are cycling 1,332 kilometers across Iceland's legendary Ring Road to raise €240,000 for UWC scholarships. This journey is more than an expedition; it's a global movement to unite people across divides through the transformative power of education.
The Cyclists
Alessandro Tazartes
A Corsican-Italian UWC Atlantic graduate dedicated to expanding global educational access. Alessandro cycles the Ring Road to give back to the movement that shaped him, raising scholarship funds for future UWC students worldwide.
Luis Sáenz Pombo
A Spanish UWC Atlantic alumnus and National Committee member with a passion for uniting cultures. Luis brings an insider perspective to the expedition, ensuring scholarship systems continue to open doors for talented students globally.
The Momentum Makers
Logistics
Coordinating the 1,332km Ring Road requires precision. Our ground team manages support vehicles, gear transitions, and safety protocols to keep the expedition moving forward.
Media
Bringing the Icelandic journey to life. We spread the UWC mission through daily live streams and digital storytelling, connecting our global movement in real-time.
Fundraising
Stewarding our €240,000 mission with total transparency. We work with our global network of donors to ensure every contribution impacts UWC scholarships directly.
Partners
Working alongside UWC International and Global Partners. We unify our efforts across 18 schools into one powerful, collective movement for change.
OUR MISSION
Ensuring education is worth the endurance.
Bifröst is more than an expedition; it is a global pledge to education. By cycling 1,332km across Iceland’s Ring Road, we are raising critical scholarship funds for UWC students worldwide, ensuring that the transformative power of international education remains within reach for the next generation of global leaders.