Race Information

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TRACK INFORMATION

📏

140 km

Total Distance

⛰️

1961 m

Elevation Gain

🏔️

1337 m

Max Altitude

⏱️

480 min

Time Limit

Route Map

Start Finish Feed Zone Checkpoint

Elevation Profile

759 m

Start Elevation

1337 m

Max Elevation

1961 m

Total Climbing

1961 m

Total Descent

Checkpoints & Feed Zones

0 km

Start / Finish

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

759 m

altitude

14 km

Feed Zone Dorkovo(first passage)

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;

794 m

altitude

26 km

Feed Zone Area(valley)

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

958 m

altitude

59 km

Feed Zone Dorkovo (second passage)

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

550 m

altitude

103 km

Feed Zone Peshtera

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

1138 m

altitude

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📏

70 km

Total Distance

⛰️

663 m

Elevation Gain

🏔️

1181 m

Max Altitude

⏱️

360 min

Time Limit

Route Map

Start Finish Feed Zone Checkpoint

Elevation Profile

759 m

Start Elevation

1181 m

Max Elevation

663 m

Total Climbing

663 m

Total Descent

Checkpoints & Feed Zones

0 km

Start / Finish

580 m

altitude

14 km

Feed Zone Dorkovo(first passage)

1118 m

altitude

26 km

Feed Zone Area(valley)

958 m

altitude

59 km

Feed Zone Dorkovo (second passage)

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

766 m

altitude

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RACE REGULATIONS

📌 General Rules

All participants must be at least 18 years old on race day
A valid UCI license or one-day license is required for the Gran Fondo category
Participants must complete the route within the time limit (8 hours for Gran Fondo)
Following the marked route is mandatory; shortcuts will result in disqualification
Participants must obey all traffic laws and marshal instructions
Number bibs must be visible on the left side of the jersey at all times
All participants must have life insurance to participate

🚴 Equipment Requirements

Approved cycling helmet is mandatory and must be worn at all times during the race
Only road bicycles are allowed (no TT bikes, e-bikes, or recumbents)
Bikes must be in safe working condition with front and rear brakes
Aerobars and clip-on extensions are not permitted
Recommended: spare tube, pump, and basic repair kit
Strongly recommended: cycling computer with GPS for navigation

⚠️ Safety Rules

Drafting behind motor vehicles is strictly prohibited and results in disqualification
Headphones and earbuds are not allowed during the race for safety reasons
Dangerous riding or unsportsmanlike behavior will result in disqualification
In case of accident, call emergency number displayed on race number
Medical support is available at all aid stations and on course
Participants must stop and assist any seriously injured rider

⏱️ Timing & Results

Chip timing will be used for accurate results
Timing chips are attached to the number bib - do not remove
Official time starts from gun start for overall classification
Age group rankings use chip time
Results will be posted online within 2 hours of race completion
Protests must be submitted within 30 minutes of finishing

🥤 Aid Stations & Support

Aid stations are located every 25-30km along the course
Water, energy drinks, gels, and fruit will be available
Technical support vehicles will patrol the course
Personal support vehicles are not allowed on the course
Broom wagon will collect riders who cannot continue
Cut-off times are enforced at designated checkpoints

Mark Your Calendar

RACE SCHEDULE

Race Weekend

Schedule not accurate at the moment, will update it soon!

June 20-21, 2026

📍 Velingrad, Bulgaria

Saturday, June 20 — Registration & Expo

10:00 - 19:00

Race Pack Collection & Registration

Velingrad, Bulgaria — Bring your ID and confirmation email

10:00 - 18:00

Cycling Expo & Partner Village

Visit our sponsors, test new gear, and enjoy entertainment

14:00 - 15:00

Pro Rider Meet & Greet

Meet former professional cyclists and get autographs

16:00 - 17:00

Race Briefing (Mandatory for Gran Fondo)

Important information about the course, rules, and safety

18:00 - 19:00

Pasta Party

Pre-race dinner for all registered participants (included in registration)

Sunday, June 21 — Race Day

08:30
🚴 Gran Fondo Start (140 km)
Wave start based on seeding — Be in your corral by 07:45

08:45
🚴 Medio Fondo Start (70 km)
All participants start together

11:00 - 15:00

Finish Line Celebrations

Music, food, beer garden, and massage area

15:00

Gran Fondo Course Closes

Cut-off time — 8 hours from start

16:00

🏆 Awards Ceremony

Podium presentations for all categories

17:00

After Party & DJ

Celebrate your achievement with fellow riders!

Glory Awaits

PRIZES & AWARDS

Compete for glory and prizes! Top finishers in each category will receive cash prizes, trophies, and exclusive awards.

🏆 Gran Fondo Overall (Men & Women)

1st

First Place

UCI World Championships Entry

🏆 Champion Trophy
🎽 Winner's Jersey
🎟️ UCI World Championships Entry

2nd

Second Place

UCI World Championships Entry

🥈 Silver Trophy
🎽 Podium Jersey
🎁 Sponsor Gift Pack

3rd

Third Place

UCI World Championships Entry

🥉 Bronze Trophy
🎽 Podium Jersey
🎁 Sponsor Gift Pack

🏅 Age Category Prizes

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.

Qualification Eligibility

Gran Fondo: Males (aged 19-59) and Females (aged 19-49)
Medio Fondo: Males (aged 60+) and Females (aged 50+)
Juniors (15-18): Medio Fondo only, not eligible for World Championship qualification

TRACK INFORMATION

Route Map

Elevation Profile

Checkpoints & Feed Zones

Start / Finish

Feed Zone Dorkovo(first passage)

Feed Zone Area(valley)

Feed Zone Dorkovo (second passage)

Feed Zone Peshtera

Route Map

Elevation Profile

Checkpoints & Feed Zones

Start / Finish

Feed Zone Dorkovo(first passage)

Feed Zone Area(valley)

Feed Zone Dorkovo (second passage)

RACE REGULATIONS

📌 General Rules

🚴 Equipment Requirements

⚠️ Safety Rules

⏱️ Timing & Results

🥤 Aid Stations & Support

RACE SCHEDULE

Race Weekend

Schedule not accurate at the moment, will update it soon!

Saturday, June 20 — Registration & Expo

Sunday, June 21 — Race Day

PRIZES & AWARDS

🏆 Gran Fondo Overall (Men & Women)

🏅 Age Category Prizes

Qualification Eligibility

🚴 Gran Fondo

19-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65+

🚴 Medio Fondo

15-16

17-18

19-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65+

🎖️ Every Finisher Receives

UCI World Championships Qualification for 2027