Lefkara Classic 2026

Lefkara Classic returns for its sixth edition, bringing cyclists to the beautiful mountain roads of Cyprus for a weekend of endurance riding, community events and cycling culture. Organised by the team behind The Agora Hotel in Pano Lefkara, the event combines a demanding road cycling challenge with a four-day programme of social rides, training talks, cycling film screenings and meet-ups. The main ride takes place on Sunday, 15 November, with two route options. The Grand is a serious endurance challenge, while the Demi offers a shorter but still demanding ride through the mountain landscape. Even if you are not taking part in the race, the surrounding village and race-week activities offer an opportunity to experience Pano Lefkara and its cycling community. Highlights - The Grand: 166 km with approximately 4,750 metres of climbing - The Demi: 74 km with approximately 2,000 metres of climbing - Mountain roads and traditional Cypriot villages - Social rides, training talks and cycling film screenings - Rider meet-ups and race-week activities - Finisher medal, participant T-shirt, feed stations and refreshments for registered riders Date and Schedule Race week: Thursday, 12 November – Sunday, 15 November 2026 Main ride: Sunday, 15 November - The Grand starts at 06:30 - The Demi starts at 09:30 Rider-pack collection takes place at The Agora Hotel from Thursday to Saturday. The main collection window is Saturday, 14 November, from 10:00 to 17:00. The detailed race-week programme is available on the official website. Tickets and Prices Registration is required to participate in the cycling event. - The Grand: €80 standard entry - The Demi: €60 standard entry Entry includes official timing, feed stations, a finisher medal, a participant T-shirt, selected race-week activities, pizza and beer at the finish, and ride photographs. Online registration closes on Thursday, 12 November. There is no registration on race day. Practical Information - Participants must be at least 16 years old. - A road bike and helmet are required; e-bikes and flat-bar bikes are not permitted. - The route is not fully marked, so riders must load it onto a GPS device before the start. - Riders should carry sufficient water, food, tools and spare parts and follow Cyprus road-safety rules. - Entry fees are non-refundable, according to the organiser’s terms. Check the official website for route details, checkpoint cut-off times and any changes to the schedule.