UCI Cyprus Gran Fondo
It is spring in Cyprus and this is when Cyprus is at its best. A cool breeze, a bright-but-not-hot sun, green grass, wild flowers, a light drizzle – it is paradise out there. It’s time for the Scoda Cyprus Gran Fondo!
The Cyprus Gran Fondo is a 3-day Road "Cycling for All" event, which, since 2017, is featured among the biggest cycling events of the UCI as part of the Gran Fondo World Series for cyclists ranging from pros to beginners.
The event will take during the last weekend of March and provides the perfect opportunity for recreational riders to qualify for the World Gran Fondo Championships held every year. All participants of Cyprus Gran Fondo will have the opportunity to earn their qualification in the Gran Fondo World Championship.
Starting every day next to the Mediterranean coast, you will climb some of the nicest mountains of the island and pass through traditional and rustic villages, enjoy the Cyprus weather and nature, before returning back to some of the best hotels in Paphos to enjoy your off-the-bike time!
Our idea is to bring passionate cyclists together, professional and amateurs riding shoulder to shoulder, to enjoy the amazing Cyprus nature and have fun in a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere.
There are 2 different race entry packages for the Cyprus Gran Fondo participants - the RACE and the GOLD package.
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Race Entry for all stages
UCI Gran Fondo World Championships Qualification
Bike and Bib numbers
Electronic Timing and Live Results
Digital Maps and GPX files
Technical assistance during the race
Medical assistance during the race
Feed stations with fruits, water and electrolytes
Route signage and safety
Opening ceremony pasta party
Lunch reception after last stage
Finisher’s medal
Goody bag
Commemorative T-shirt
Energy bars/gels
Sticker profile graphs
Junior Men/Women 16-18 yrs (No qualification)
Men/Women 19-34 yrs. Men/Women 35-39 yrs
Men/Women 40-44 yrs Men/Women 45-49 yrs
Men/Women 50-54 yrs. Men/Women 55-59 yrs
Men/Women 60-64 yrs. Men/Women 65-69 yrs~
Men/Women 70-74 yrs. Men/Women 75+ yrs
Medals and Awards
Day 1
The top 3 riders of each Age Category in the Individual Time Trial race as will be awarded with the Qualification medal and the winner with the Qualification jersey.
The top 3 riders of each age category on the Road Race (SPORTIVE Group) will be awarded with a race medal.
Day 2
The top 3 riders of each Age Category as will be awarded with the Qualification medal and the winner with the Qualification jersey. The top 3 riders of each age category of the SPORTIVE Group will be awarded with a race medal.
Day 3
The top 3 riders of each Age Category as will be awarded with the Qualification medal and the winner with the Qualification jersey. The top 3 riders of each age category of the SPORTIVE Group will be awarded with a race medal.
General Classification
The overall winner of the all the men and women categories will be awarded with the yellow jersey after the end of each stage. There will be no General Classification awards for each Age Group but there will be a Team Classification. The top 3 men, women and mixed teams will also be awarded with general classification medals, and the overall winning team with a blue jersey.
Qualification and Finishers’ Medals
All riders who qualify for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships will receive a qualification medal at the award ceremony after each stage. All participants of the Cyprus Gran Fondo will receive a finisher’s medal at the finish line of Stage 3.
