Experience Tour de France legend in Dubai

PARTICIPANT INFO

Experience the only cycling event in Dubai that lets you feel like a Tour de France champion! Race alongside former Tour de France champions on a course designed by Tour de France experts, with top-level safety and full race support from the entire organizing team. Enjoy professional timing and competitions not only for the overall rankings. Experience the thrill of King of the Mountain and Sprint challenges, the unique atmosphere and passion of the Tour de France, and an expo for every cycling fan showcasing the history of the Tour. Immerse yourself in a rich cycling festival featuring workshops, demonstrations, and a taste of French culture, cuisine, and history, all while embarking on an unforgettable adventure.

Time and date of the event:

THE RACE - 101 km, 02.02.2025, 6:45 AM
THE RIDE - 50 km, 02.02.2025, 6:45 AM
FAMILY RIDE - 20 km, 01.02.2025, 9:30 AM
KIDS RACE - 300m - 1.8km, 01.02.2025, 9:00 AM

STARTING PACKAGE

The starter pack and entry fee include:

set of starting numbers, which are the property of the organizer, until the end of the race
"Road book" with basic information about the race
Starting bag L‘Etape Dubai by Tour de France
Finisher T-shirt of L‘Etape Dubai by Tour de France (for RIDE/RACE participants)
unique medal L‘Etape Dubai by Tour de France
Information about finish time
online diploma with possibility of downloading from the event website and printing it
photo-service via sportograf.com
mechanical support by official vehicles in pelotone
medical assistance on the track and at the finish line
refreshing and refreshment stations on the track
refreshment before the start
refreshment at the finish line
dressing rooms, depository, transfer of your personal belongings from the start to the finish
other benefits of the event will be specified later

EVENT PROGRAM

Sunday, January 5^th 2025

The Cycle Hub “Sunday Morning Al Qudra Road Ride” powered by LETAPE Dubai

6:30-6:45 AM (36km / 60km / 85km)

Tuesday, January 7^th 2025

The Cycle Hub “Nad Al Sheba social ride” powered by LETAPE Dubai

6:30 PM (40-50 km)

Sunday, January 12^th 2025

The Cycle Hub “Sunday Morning Al Qudra Road Ride” powered by LETAPE Dubai

6:30-6:45 AM (36km / 60km / 85km)

Tuesday, January 14^th 2025

The Cycle Hub “Nad Al Sheba social ride” powered by LETAPE Dubai

6:30 PM (40-50 km)

Tuesday, January 21^st 2025

The Cycle Hub “Nad Al Sheba social ride” powered by LETAPE Dubai

6:30 PM (40-50 km)

Wednesday, January 22^nd 2025

Press conference Dubai Sport Council

Sunday, January 26^th 2025

The Cycle Hub “Sunday Morning Al Qudra Road Ride” powered by LETAPE Dubai

6:30-6:45 AM (36km / 60km / 85km)

Tuesday, January 28^th 2025

The Cycle Hub “Nad Al Sheba social ride” powered by LETAPE Dubai

6:30 PM (40-50 km)

Wednesday, January 29^th 2025

Welcome Dubai social ride powered by The Cycle Hub at Nad Al Sheba Cycle track

Location: DXBike

Timings: 3:00 PM meet up, 4:00 PM wheels rolling

Thursday, January 30^th 2025

Welcome Dubai social ride powered by The Cycle Hub at Al Qudra Cycle track

Location: From The Cycle Hub Motor City to Al Qudra

Timings: 7:30 AM meet up, 8:00 AM wheels rolling

Friday, January 31^th 2025

Welcome Dubai - L’Etape Dubai social ride powered by The Cycle Hub at Nad Al Sheba Cycle track

Location: DXBike

Timings: 7:30 AM meet up, 8:00 AM wheels rolling

3:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Registration and presentation of participants and activities at L’Etape Village in EXPO Village

EXPO activities at L’Etape Village – presentations by event partners and exhibitors, F/B zone
Opening of the Tour de France Museum
Exhibition of legendary cycling jerseys from the history of the Tour de France
Merchandise pickup

Presentation of the official Tour de France director's car (ŠKODA)

VIP activities with Tour de France legends and special cycling guests

7:00 PM - Gala evening - opening ceremony and reception for invited guests and VIPs

Saturday, February 1^st, 2025 - EXPO Village

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Registration and presentation of participants and activities at L’Etape Village EXPO Village

EXPO activities at L’Etape Village – presentations by event partners and exhibitors, F/B zone
Opening of the Tour de France Museum
Exhibition of legendary cycling jerseys from the history of the Tour de France
Presentation of the official Tour de France director's car (ŠKODA)
Merchandise pickup

9:00 AM - KIDS RACE – races for young champions - EXPO Village
9:30 AM - FAMILY RIDE (20 km) – non-competitive family cycling ride - EXPO Village
4:00 PM - Cycling workshop on proper bike preparation for races powered by The Cycle Hub
4:30 PM - Introduction of the teams participating in L’Etape Dubai - on the main stage (Group photo of teams and individuals)
5:00 PM – Cycling coaches last recommendations and advises - on the main stage
5:30 PM - Race briefing - on the main stage
6:00 PM – Presentation of cycling legends and event ambassadors

– Introduction of the elite participants of the event

7:30 PM - Race briefing - on the main stage

Sunday, February 2^nd, 2025

5:30 AM – 6:30 AM - Pre-race breakfast at D3 (Dubai Design District) district – start zone
6:00 AM – Short pre-race briefing
6:15 AM - Opening of the starting area on the main road
6:30 AM - Official speeches by special guests
6:40 AM – Music warm-up
6:45 AM - Start of the premiere edition of L’ETAPE DUBAI
7:00 AM – Activities at L’ETAPE VILLAGE – EXPO Village
7:55 AM - Expected finish of the first male RIDE (50km) at the finish line – EXPO Village
8:00 AM - Expected finish of the first female RIDE (50km) at the finish line – EXPO Village
9:00 AM - Expected finish of the first male RACE (101km) at the finish line – EXPO Village
9:30 AM - Expected finish of the first female RACE (101km) at the finish line – EXPO Village
10:52 AM – Last Riders arrival