UCI GRAN FONDO BELGIUM
RACE
DISTANCE : 138KM - 2100M D+
START DEPARTURE : 9:00 - 9:14 (diferent boxes)
REFUELING : 3 refreshment stations during the race + complimentary beverage upon arrival
ROUTE 100% CLOSED TO TRAFFIC - STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH THE HIGHWAY CODE IS REQUIRED.
Open to people over 18 years of age on the date of the event.
Event limited to 1,400 participants
REGISTRATION PACKAGE
- Timing frame plate for attachment to the front of the handlebars
- Goodie bag
- finisher's medal
- Diploma (available on the website)
- Feed stations
- Safe, timed course
- Overall and category rankings
- Supervision and first aid
- Sanitary + Showers
Price list
The price varies depending on the number of participants.
- first 500 registrants €60.00
- 401 to 800 registrants €75.00
- 801 to 1,400 registered participants €95.00
RACE INFORMATION
> Saturday: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.
> Sunday: 5:30 – 8:00
Place : au secrétariat du village GRAN FONDO
Address : route de la plate taille 99 6440 froidchapelle
When collecting your registration pack, please present:
o Your identity card
o Your QR code received by email, which you will receive no later than a few days before the event.
o Your cycling license if you have one.
> Saturday 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
The race briefing will detail the routes and all aspects of safety. We'll highlight the main hazards and difficulties to anticipate. Discover essential safety recommendations, expert tips and advice to ensure your ride is both enjoyable and safe.
Venue: Conference Room - Centre d'Accueil de la Plate Taille - Crocodile Rouge
> Sunday 7h00 - 17h00
A locker service will be available for participants at the start of the race, where you can safely leave your personal belongings. Only closed bags will be accepted.
Location: Parking Centre d'Accueil de la Plate Taille - Crocodile Rouge
> Sunday 9:00 - 9:14 (voir box de départ)
Location: Parking Centre d'Accueil de la Plate Taille - Crocodile Rouge
Route de la Plate Taille 99, 6440 Froidchapelle
> Sunday 11:00 - 18:00
Thanks to CityWash, enjoy a hot shower on arrival!
Location: Plate Taille parking lot - Crocodile Rouge
You can access a secure bike parking by presenting your wristband.
Saturday: from 3 PM to 7 PM
Sunday: from 6 AM to 5 PM
> Sunday 14:00/15:00
The top three in the overall scratch classification (Men & Women)
As well as the top men in the following categories:
- 19-34 years
- 35-39 years
- 40-44 years
- 45-49 years
- 50-54 years
- 55-59 years
And the top women in the following categories:
- 19-34 years
- 35-39 years
- 40-44 years
- 45-49 ans
For category awards, each winner will receive a UCI jersey and a UCI medal. Second and third place finishers will receive a UCI medal, as will other athletes who qualify for the GRAN FONDO World Championships.
Location: Parking Centre d'Accueil de la Plate Taille - Crocodile Rouge
Route de la Plate Taille 99, 6440 Froidchapelle
> Saturday : 18:30 – 20:30
Take part in the Pasta Party with your family and friends, and share a convivial moment with other cycling enthusiasts before the event. You can reserve additional places when you register or by using the form provided, available until Friday April 18.
COURSE
Hill start for smoother acceleration from the very first kilometres
Mixed course:
- 33km road race
- Followed by a 24 km loop to be completed 4 times
START BOXES
Note: Each starting wave will have a maximum of 200 runners.
9:00 | Box 1 Wave 1: 19-34 years - men - elite 2/u23 Wave 2: 19-34 years - men - UCI ID Wave 3: 19-34 years - men - Non UCI ID |
9:02 | Box 2 35 - 39 years - Men |
9:04 | Box 3 40 - 44 years - Men |
9:06 | Box 4 45 - 49 years - Men |
9:08 | Box 5 50 - 54 years - Men |
9:10 | Box 6 55 - 59 years - Men |
9:12 | Box 7 19 - 49 years - Women |
9:14 | Box 8 60+ Men & 50+ Women |
To qualify for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships, riders must be aged 19 (born before 01.01.2007) or over. Age-based categories reflect the rider's age on December 31, 2025. If a rider enters a new category the following year, he or she will be adjusted accordingly in the UCI Gran Fondo World Series.
For qualification to the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships :
- Men aged 19 to 59 and women aged 19 to 49 must complete theGran Fondo.
- Men aged 60 and over and women aged 50 and over must take on the Medio Fondo.
Only riders without UCI points can be classified. Those with UCI points may take part, but will not be classified.
The top 25% in each category will qualify for the UCI World Championships if they meet the above criteria.
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