Cycling Events in Colombia

Why not combine your cycling holidays with the participation in a great cycling event?

The number of cycling events for the amateur scene in Colombia has grown steadily in recent years. Below we present you some very special events. If you would like to experience pure race feeling, complete your holiday by participating in one of these events! Since the number of participants for all events is limited, it is recommendable to register in time. If you wish, we check availability for you and take care of the registration process (additional costs apply).

Our cycling camps are available all year round and can be perfectly combined with the participation in one of these events. We’ll get you in shape, so you can really enjoy it!

March 30, 2023

GFNY Colombia

Bogotá

“BE A PRO FOR A DAY” is the motto of GFNY events. Of course, you should also prepare yourself like a pro! In our cycling camps we get you prepared for the big day, so that you will start in best shape.

This year’s edition of GFNY Colombia takes place in the region north of Bogotá. The start is in Zipaquirá, the hometown of Egan Bernal, at an altitude of 2,650 meters. You can choose between two different distances, 101 kilometers and 64 kilometers.

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March 19, May 7 and June 25, 2023

LA RUTA COLOMBIA

Ibagué, Antioquia and Santander

La Ruta Colombia is the oldest Gran Fondo in Colombia. Participants can choose from several distances, so there should be something for everyone! In 2023 there will be 3 Gran Fondos of La Ruta Colombia: in Ibagué, in Antioquia and in Santander.

There are different categories and groups: The “Elite” category includes professionals and former professionals. The category “Punto a Punto” is open, i.e. there are no subcategories. Men and women start separately. In the “Segmentos” category, the participants start traditionally in age groups. For “heavyweight” participants over 90 kg, there is a “Bulls” category this year.

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March 26, 2023

CLÁSICO EL COLOMBIANO

Medellin and Oriente Antioqueño

The Clásico El Colombiano is one of the oldest road competitions in Colombia and celebrates its 50th anniversary this year!

The route of this year’s Gran Fondo is 110 km long. The start is in El Retiro. Via Pantanillo it goes to La Ceja, up to El Tambo and on to La Unión. From there the route leads back to El Retiro via San Antonio and Llanogrande.

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June 25, 2023

L’ÉTAPE COLOMBIA by Le Tour de France

Villa de Leyva

This year’s L’Etape Colombia takes place in Villa de Leyva. Villa de Leyva is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Colombia for its colonial-style architecture and is one of the main tourist spots in the country.

The longest of the three routes available at L’Etape Colombia 2023 is 153 km long with 2,614 meters of climbing. If this sounds too hard for you, there is also a medium (95 km) and a short distance (30 km).

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November 12, 2023

EL GIRO DE RIGO

Cundinamarca

You should take note of this event in your race calender! Rigoberto Urán’s events are professionally organized and they are intended to give participants the feeling of participating in a professional race. Of course, Rigo will accompany the race on the bike and as in previous years, various of Rigo’s friends from the WorldTour peloton will participate and give the event a special pro atmosphere.

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November 24 - 26, 2023

GRAN FONDO NAIRO

Santander

Nairo Quintana is one of the most successful Colombian cyclists. He won the Giro d’Italia, the Vuelta a España and was on the podium of the Tour de France. His social commitment with his foundation Fundación Nairo Quintana makes him an important supporter of young cyclists and education in Colombia, especially in rural areas.

As you cycle with Nairo, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from a true champion and to improve your cycling skills. Together with other cycling enthusiasts you will enjoy a unique experience in a safe and professional environment.

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