Join Coupe de Huê’ Gran Fondo Ride Today!
Late Registrations are being accepted until 5th of August (Jerseys cannot be guaranteed)
Welcome to the official page of the Coupe de Huế Gran Fondo Sportive cycling event, Come and join in the fun!The Coupe de Huế Gran Fondo Sportive is an exciting, new and unique mass participation cycling event in its first year, intended to promote cycling in Vietnam on an international stage. This event is fully supported by Vietnam’s national Cycling Federation. Never before achieved, it will become the first Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) – registered Gran Fondo Sportive event in Vietnam and only one of a limited number in Southeast Asia.
Event Options
Choose from our challenging Gran Fondo Sportive, I-on Health Cup Race or the Family Friendly Ride
“Ride with the spirit of Hue”
Gran Fondo Sportive Ride
Our main event! Centered around the historical Citadel, the 138 km Gran Fondo Sportive riders are treated to spectacular views along the Perfume River and the outlying coastal areas including the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia. Riders can enjoy all that Hue has to offer and have the full support of a professional and experienced team.
I-on Health Cup Race (43.7 km)
The I-on Health Cup Race gives participants a chance to stretch their legs and experience the road conditions on the Saturday afternoon before the main event. This race will begin at the Citadel and consist of 10 laps of a 4.3 Km loop in Hue City. Full support will be given during this event. Prizes are to be awarded to the fastest times.
Sunday Family Friendy Ride (24 km)
This event is open to all and is a great way to get your family involved in the event, come along for the morning and participate in a fun ride for all generations. This ride will follow the same route as the first stage of the Gran Fondo and end at Thanh Toan Village. it includes the boat ride and river crossing and start at the imperial Citadel. Remember you don’t have to be with a family!
Program of Events
FRIDAY, AUGUST 24th
9:00 am – 17:00 pm Rider pack collection and registration at Century Riverside Hotel (location details on our information page). Last chance to register for Carb-load dinner
14:00 pm Meeting for all participants of the I-on Health Cup to register, receive number and card
Optional tours departing throughout the day – see more on the plan your trip page
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25th
9:00 am – 17:00 pm Rider pack collection and registration at Century Riverside Hotel
7:00 am – 11:00 am The I-on Health Cup Race 43.7 kilometer circuit race.
17: 00 pm Coupe de Hue riders briefing in the meeting room of Century Riverside Hotel (follow the signs)
18:00 pm – 21:00 pm Optional Pre-Race carb-Load Dinner for registered Gran Fondo Sportive riders to be held at Cocosnack (2 Võ Thị Sáu, the end of walking street)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 26th
5:30 am Riders assemble and receive their timing chip
5:45 am Welcome ceremony and Race Opening
6:00 am Start Cannon for Coupe de Huế Gran Fondo Sportive will be by the Citadel in Phu Van Lau Park (Riders will be split into three groups depending on their registration time and undergo a staggered start in 30 minute intervals. Group 1 – 6am, Group 2 – 6:30am, Group 3 – 7am (including family friendly ride). Active race timing will be in place.
14:00 pm Awards & Podium – Expo entertainment and food throughout the afternoon
17:00 pm onwards Post-Race celebration and live DJ Set by DJ Minoto in Phu Van Lau park in front of the Citadel
Partner hotels included in the packages will likely offer early breakfast options for registered riders (check with your hotel).
Hue Sports Bar (10 Phạm Ngũ Lão) is the official Bar for the event and hopefully will be streaming the cycling live, pop along to watch and enjoy great food and drink – Enjoy a free Huda beer or soft drink with each meal purchased
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Transport and travel information to help you plan your stay in HUE
Contact us at info@coupedehuecyclerace.com for assistance with your trip
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