If you are a bike lover, you cannot miss one of the most outstanding road cycling events in the province of Girona. On Saturday, April 18, the Gran Fondo Lloret Costa Brava is held in the town of Lloret de Mar, a test with two distances (160km and 90km). Come and live a unique sports experience on the Costa Brava!
Gran Fondo Lloret Costa Brava is a cycling tour that takes place on Saturday, April 18 in the town of Lloret de Mar with two distances, one of 160 kilometers with a positive difference of 2,700 meters and another of 90 kilometers with a positive difference of 1,400 meters.
Test takes place in different towns in the provinces of Girona and the Costa Brava, such as Tossa de Mar, Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Santa Cristina d'Aro, Romanyà de la Selva, Calonge, Sant Sadurní de l'Heura, Monells, Girona, Quart, Fornells de la Selva, Caldes de Malavella and Llagostera.
During the tour, participants will be able to enjoy incredible views of the Costa Brava and the most emblematic mountain passes and passes in the area.
Gran Fondo Lloret Costa Brava is one of the 3 tests that make up the Gran Fondo 360, together with the Gran Fondo Calella and the Gran Fondo Pirineus. Some demanding tests for road cyclists prepared to face long runs with a lot of unevenness.
Departure from Lloret de Mar towards Llagostera, passing through Alto de Sant Grau (460 m+). Heading to Fornells de la Selva and ascent to Els Àngels (467 m+). Descent and small climb to La Ganga (324 m+). Once in Calonge, detour to Romanyà de la Selva (324 m+) to head towards Sant Feliu de Guíxols. Return to Lloret de Mar via Mas Carbotí (174 m+).
Departure from Lloret de Mar towards Llagostera, passing through Alto de Sant Grau (460 m+) and crossing the Cadiretes Massif. Heading to Sant Feliu de Guíxols and return to Lloret de Mar via Mas Carbotí (174 m+).
You still have time to participate in the Gran Fondo Lloret Costa Brava. Registration for the test in the first section costs 60€, in the second section it costs 65€ and in the third section it costs 70€. Registration will close on April 12 at 23:59h or once the limit of participants has been exceeded.
To participate in the test it is essential to be federated in a cycling Federation. If it is not, it must be indicated in the registration and a premium of €10 will be charged for this concept.
Once the bib number has been acquired, it cannot be transferred to other events of the Gran Fondo 360 or to subsequent editions. Neither can name or distance changes be made one week before the test.
All participants in the Lloret Costa Brava Gran Fondo will receive a PREMIUM GOBIK jersey that will be mandatory to identify the participants in the refreshments, mechanical assistance or the rest of the services. In addition to this, participants must wear an approved helmet, a road bike, a mobile phone with a battery, the official bracelet and the bib number visible on the bike.
By completing the test, they will receive a finisher medal and by completing all 3 tests, they will be able to get a finisher trophy.
Sign up now for the Gran Fondo Lloret Costa Brava!
Friday April 17
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.: bib collection at Passeig d'Agustí Font.
Saturday April 18
6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.: bib collection at Passeig d'Agustí Font.
7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.: coffee break.
8:00 a.m.: departure of the participants of the two distances of the Gran Fondo Lloret Costa Brava.
4:00 p.m.: finish line.
You will find the best accommodation for athletes in Lloret de Mar at Rosamar Hotels. Hotel Rosamar Es Blau Adults Only +21 and Hotel Rosamar & Spa have been awarded the Sports Tourism Certificate and have facilities and services adapted for all types of athletes.
If you want to participate in the Lloret Costa Brava Gran Fondo, please note that we have secure areas where you can store your bike, meals adapted to the race schedule and the possibility of checking-out after the race.
In addition, both hotels have their own wellness and relaxation area, the Vitality Spa. Their respective spaces are equipped with a sauna, contrast showers and a hammam, perfect for relaxing and regaining strength after any sporting event.
Reserve your hotel for athletes in Lloret de Mar with Rosamar Hotels!
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