Everything you need to know about Gran Fondo Bulgaria 2026 - regulations, schedule, and prizes.
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Location: Central start/finish area; Medical Team: Doctor, 2 paramedics, 2 nurses, volunteers, medical tent; Ambulance/Access: 2 ambulances on site; Notes: Main medical center, triage area; potential LZ (landing zone), Velingrad Stadium or large parking area
Location: Village center / roadside stop; Medical Team: 1 paramedic, 1 nurse; Ambulance/Access: Ambulance access < 10 min; Notes: Good access via main road, suitable for evacuation towards Pazardzhik;
Location: Mountain section; Medical Team: Doctor or advancedd paramedic + 2 paramedics; Ambulance/Access: Ambulance via mountain road/lay-by, terrain check required; Notes: Critical zone, steep technical terrain, higher crash risk, radio communication mandatory
Location: Same point; Medical Team: 1 paramedic, 1 nurse; Ambulance/Access: Ambulance access <10 min; Notes: Repeated passage - team remains in place to cover both crossings
Location: City entrance / roadsite stop; Medical Team: Doctor, 2 paramedics, 1 nurse; Ambulance/Access: Ambulance on site, direct access to Peshtera Hospital or Pazardzhik; Notes: Urban environment, suitable for more serious cases, possible intermediate LZ at city stadium
Location: Central start/finish area; Medical Team: Doctor, 2 paramedics, 2 nurses, volunteers, medical tent; Ambulance/Access: 2 ambulances on site; Notes: Main medical center, triage area; potential LZ (landing zone), Velingrad Stadium or large parking area
Location: Village center / roadside stop; Medical Team: 1 paramedic, 1 nurse; Ambulance/Access: Ambulance access < 10 min; Notes: Good access via main road, suitable for evacuation towards Pazardzhik;
Location: Mountain section; Medical Team: Doctor or advancedd paramedic + 2 paramedics; Ambulance/Access: Ambulance via mountain road/lay-by, terrain check required; Notes: Critical zone, steep technical terrain, higher crash risk, radio communication mandatory
Location: Same point; Medical Team: 1 paramedic, 1 nurse; Ambulance/Access: Ambulance access <10 min; Notes: Repeated passage - team remains in place to cover both crossings
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Glory Awaits
Compete for glory and prizes! Top finishers in each category will receive cash prizes, trophies, and exclusive awards.
Top 3 in each age category receive podium medals and prizes. The top 25% of finishers in each age category qualify for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships and receive a UCI qualifier medal. Near the finishing line will be a tent to check the ranking. Category winners also receive a UCI jersey. Everyone is welcome to register but only following age groups will be eligible for World Championship qualification.
Before the big start on Sunday, there's something special for the little ones too! On the day before Gran Fondo Bulgaria, we're organizing a kids' and family ride with a 1,200-metre route – and for even more inspiration, Ivan Basso will personally ride alongside the children and families! Smiles, shared moments, and a love for cycling – because sport starts with the family!
140 km • Males 19-59 • Females 19-49
70 km • Males 60+ • Females 50+ • Juniors 15-18