Frank Schleck, one of the most famous Luxemburg professionals decided to end his career after the 2016 season. His plan to set up a Granfondo on his training roads was already growing steadily in his head in the past years and will be realized in his first year after his retirement. The Schleck Gran Fondo is a UCI Gran Fondo World Series qualifier on Fränk Schleck's training routes in Luxemburg an espescially in the beautiful Moselle region.
The Schleck Gran Fondo is a qualifier for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships held in Varese, Italie.
Boasting 2,400m of elevation, the 150km race tests the endurance of riders with an awe-inspiring course. The first 25km leads along the Moselle region which occupies much of the eastern part of the country and features slopes flanking the majestic Moselle River before testing for the first time their climbing qualities.
The 150km course is a challenging race track with a repetition of short and steep climbs.
90 km and 1,400m of Elevation
The 85km race provides a shorter challenge for all abilities.
Gran Fondo Village
Enjoy a plethora of family activities, food and drink, Dj, and of course, a place to sit and rest.
This village is open to the public, so tell your friends to come and enjoy one of the best days of the year with you, whether you’re riding or not!
The Schleck Gran Fondo will host their pre-event Pasta Party at Casino 2000 on Friday 15 May between 6 pm and 11 pm. A safety briefing will be conducted at 7.15 pm during the Pasta Party.
The After Race Party will be the well deserved reward after all the climbs you’ll face in Gran Fondo. A nice concert will add a unique atmosphere to a great sporty weekend.
Official goodie bag with
Drink bottle
Energy bar
Chip Timing
Mechanical Support
Bib Number
Finisher Medal
Course Tech Suppport
Feed Zones
Pasta Party and Concert
Afterrace Party
Awards and Raffles
If you choose not to race for the qualification for the World Championships, then you can register for the distance of your choice!
Riders who race for the qualification of the World Championships have to register in the following categories:
The men in categories M1,2,3,4,5,6, have to ride the long course of 150km to qualify.
All women categories as well as M7,8,9 have to ride the short course of 90km to qualify.
MEN WOMEN
Cat.1: 19-34 > 150 km 19-34 > 85 km
Cat.2: 35- 39 > 150 km 35- 39 > 85 km
Cat.3: 40-44 > 150 km 40-44 > 85 km
Cat.4: 45-49 > 150 km 45-49 > 85 km
Cat.5: 50-54 > 150 km 50-54 > 85 km
Cat.6: 55-59 > 150 km 55-59 > 85 km
Cat.7: 60-64 > 85 km 60-64 > 85 km
Cat.8: 65-70 > 85 km 65-70 > 85 km
Cat.9: 70+ > 85 km 70+ > 85 km