Epic Gran Canaria to host the 2024 Gran Fondo World Championship®

The 2024 Gran Fondo World Championship® will be hosted at Epic Gran Canaria, presented by Riu Hotels in February 9-11, 2024. Registration has just opened. Exclusive Travel package and Black Friday Offer!

Epic Gran Canaria host the 2024 Gran Fondo World Championship®

Don´t miss this fantastic opportunity to ride the best routes on the south of the Spanish island of Gran Canaria and get treated like a pro cyclist this February 9 – 11^th 2024.

Gran Canaria is located in the Atlantic Ocean 100 miles off the western coast of Morocco and about 800 miles southeast of Portugal and Spain.

The largest mountain on the Island is the 1,956 m (6,417 ft) Morro de la Agujereada.

Gran Canaria sits in the middle of Tenerife in the west and Lanzarote in the east. It’s is easy to get to, around 4 hours from Europe and the UK.

Average temperatures in February are a warm and inviting 15 to 20 degrees Centigrade (59 to 68 Fahrenheit).

Gran Canaria sits in the middle of Tenerife in the west and Lanzarote in the east.

Former professional riders who take part regularly include David Lopez (Team Sky), Pedro Sanchez, Dani Moreno and 3 times world champion Oscar Freire who commented, “It’s a beautiful and unique experience, and the first race of the year!” .

The Epic Gran Canaria offers a high-level experience and high-altitude cycling over two days, far from the bad weather on the peninsula, with weather that seems like eternal springtime for riding a bike. Long days, pleasant temperatures and a cycling-friendly atmosphere and quiet and challenging mountain climbs.

The 3 day cycling festival includes 2 stages with 3 timed sections that count towards the general classification and podium prizes across a wide range of age categories for both men and women; Elite (17-29 years old), Master 30 (30-39 years old), Master 40 (40-49 years old),. Master 50 (50-59 years old) and Master 60 (+60 years old).

The views across the island are breath-taking with quiet mountain roads

The views across the island are breath-taking with quiet mountain roads, the average temperature is around 65F (18C) in the day - perfect for cycling.

The two stages start from the host Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas in the southeast of the island located in the Mirador de las Dunas, a wonderland of dunes with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the foothills of the Tirajana volcano to the north.

Pro Round Table, February 9th

On the Friday before the race, ex-professionals Joseba Beloki, Haimar Zubeldia and Iban Mayo will talk to participants about what it’s like to be a professional cycling from within, with team management, strategies, training, career preparation, experiences, anecdotes and much more.

Stage 1, February 10th

The opening stage is 115kms and contains two timed sections on the climbs of Cima Pedro Gonzalez and Alto Ayacata. The Cima Pedro Gonzalez climb is 12.3kms with 470m of climbing, an average of 4.4% whereas the Alto Ayacata is 24.5 kms with 1,304m of climbing at an average of 4.7%.

The timed sections on the roads are closed to traffic. There are three aid stations with food and liquid refreshments. (Viewpoint of Ayagaures, Philippines and Ayacata).

Stage 1, February 10th

Stage 2, February 11th

The second stage is 75kms with a timed 22km climb of Peublo Tunte, 825m of climbing at an average of 4%. One aid station with food and liquid refreshment point. (Town Square of Tirajana after the timed climb.) The timed sections on the roads are closed to traffic.

Stage 2, February 11th

What’s included?

Included in the entry fee is a guaranteed place at the Round Table, 2 stages, rider's bag, EPIC bottle, commemorative jersey, final meal, security, medical assistance , refreshments, entertainment, massages and a video and photography service.

After eqach stage there will be the opportunity for a massage, a lunch with daily ranking and awards. Each day there will be a general classification and stage divided by age groups and prizes are awarded to the fastest men and women who have finished each stage.

There will also be a closing party after the final stage.

Become a Gran Fondo World Tour Champion®

In addition there will be an overall ranking crowning the 2024 Gran Fondo World Tour ® Champions with special custom World Championship Jerseys.

No qualification is required, direct entry into the World Championship for your age category. GFWT age categories include; Junior 16-18, Senior 18-39, Masters 40, 45, 50, 55 and 60+ for both men and women.