Cape Town Cycle tour celebrates its 45th year

The Cape Town Cycle Tour, which is the world’s largest-timed cycle race, is taking place on Saturday and Sunday and is in its 45th year.

Known for its 109km route circling the Cape Peninsula, 2023 sees a new short route of 42km. The addition of the shorter route will serve as a platform to attract new cyclists, junior riders and anyone looking to kick start their journey back into cycling.

PICTURE: Cape Town Cycle tour

The new route will also give those who want to be part of the event a chance to experience the joy of cycling, including Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis who gears up for his first 42km race.

‘’The City is thrilled to host the 45th edition of the Cape Town Cycle Tour. This is a flagship event on our calendar showcasing Cape Town's unique tourism offering and ability to host world-class events. I'd like to wish all the cyclists the best of luck and challenge you to beat your best. I look forward to joining you on the steep climbs while taking in the spectacular views of our beautiful city as we put our capabilities to the test. I want to thank all who have been involved in arranging this iconic race, which is a major contributor to our local economy, tourism, and job creation for residents,' said Cape Town Mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis.

Major road closures are planned as this year's Cape Town Cycle Tour has two routes. Temporary road closures will be implemented on Saturday, 11 March and Sunday, 12 March 2023.

Bus company, Golden Arrow Bus Services, also announced changes to its schedule for the weekend.

‘’Buses moving into Cape Town will stop at Keizergraght. From there passengers will be transported via shuttle service to Woolworths in Adderley street. The same will apply for buses leaving Cape Town. There will be a shuttle loading passengers at Woolworths and transporting them to Keizergraght where the passengers will board their usual buses,’’ it said on its Facebook page.

GABS added that, no buses will enter or leave from the Cape Town Terminus as from 05h00 – 14h00, on Sunday.

Meanwhile, MyCiti announced that its services in the Cape Town CBD and Sea Point will be affected

 

Done By: Mitchum George