Cape Town Cycle Tour
Cape Town Cycle Tour
The Cape Town Cycle Tour (formerly known as the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Momentum Cycle Tour) is an annual cycle race hosted in Cape Town, South Africa, usually 109 km long. It is the first event outside Europe to be included in the International Cycling Union’s Golden Bike Series.
South Africa hosts some of the largest sporting events in the world with three being the largest of their type. The Cape Town Cycle Tour, with as many as 35 000 cyclists taking part, is the world's largest individually timed cycle race. The other two are the world's largest ultra-marathon running event, the Comrades Marathon, and the world's largest open water swim, the Midmar Mile.
The race follows a scenic circular route from Cape Town down the Cape Peninsula and back.
Applications can be lodged via the Cape Town Cycle Tour website. The race's capacity is set at 35 000 cyclists, and once this limit has been reached, entries will no longer be accepted. In order to compete in the cycling race, participants must turn 13 years old in the year of the event, and children accompanying parents on the back of a tandem must be 11 years of age or older.
It is traditionally staged on the second Sunday of March and has enjoyed well known competitors such as Miguel Indurain, Jan Ulrich and Lance Armstrong.
Fun facts about the Cape Town Cycle Tour (as of 2024):
- The fastest men’s record was set by Robbie Hunter in 2008; who completed the 110-km course in 02:27:29.
- The fastest women’s record was set by Anke Erlank-Moore in 2007; who completed the 110-km course in 02:48:29.
- The fastest average speed of 47.48-km/h was set by Wimpie van der Merwe in 1993.
- Penny Krohn set the record for the highest number of consecutive wins – 25 – within an age group.
- The oldest man to complete the race within the allotted time (7 hours) was Japie Malan who did the race on a single bicycle in 2010 and on a tandem in 2012. He was 92 years old at the time.
- Mary Warner is the oldest woman to complete the race within the allotted time (7 hours), in 2006; she was 80 years old at the time
Accommodation Near Cape Town Cycle Tour
5 Camp Street
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Cape Town
2.3km from Cape Town Cycle Tour5 Camp Street provides self catering accommodation in Gardens, Cape Town City Bowl. Ideally situated in the central, trendy and historic suburb of Gardens, on the lower slopes of Table Mountain. Within easy walking distance of Kloof Street... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Liberty Lodge
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Cape Town
2.7km from Cape Town Cycle TourLiberty Lodge provides guests with bed and breakfast accommodation in Tamboerskloof, Gardens, Cape Town City Bowl. Over the years, this classic Cape Town bed & breakfast has earned an enviable reputation for relaxed and genuine hospitality. Originally a V …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Beach Villa
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Mouille Point
3km from Cape Town Cycle TourBeach Villa apartment provides self catering accommodation in Mouille Point, Cape Town City Bowl. Beach Villa, is a spacious two bedroomed self catering apartment with stunning sea and mountain views and within walking distance to the Mouille Point beach …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Green Point Self Catering Studio
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Green Point, Cape Town
3.2km from Cape Town Cycle TourGreen Point Self Catering Studio provides visitors with self catering accommodation in Green Point, Cape Town City Bowl. We offer 2 self catering studios. Green Point Self Catering Studio 1 (sleeps max two) is a tastefully renovated self-catering studio.. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Barry Hall Apartments
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Fresnaye
4.1km from Cape Town Cycle TourBarry Hall is located in the leafy suburb of Fresnaye on the Atlantic Seaboard. The 4 large apartments and garden cottage are offer free Wi-Fi as well as friendly daily service, weekdays leaves you free to enjoy Cape Town and all its beauty. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Grande Kloof Boutique Hotel
Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Cape Town
4.5km from Cape Town Cycle TourThe Grande Kloof is a privately owned and operated accommodation establishment offering both Bed & Breakfast and Self Catering options in a great holiday location within the upmarket residential area of Fresnaye, on the Atlantic Seaboard in Cape Town... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
7A Clifton Steps
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Clifton, Cape Town
5.2km from Cape Town Cycle TourA beautifully appointed garden self-catering 2 bedroom apartment on Clifton Steps. Ideally situated - just a short taxi ride from Camps Bay to one side and to the other side, all that the Mother City has to offer. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Knightsbury Guest House
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Rondebosch
5.5km from Cape Town Cycle TourThere are 4 tastefully decorated rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Each is fitted with all the amenities necessary to making sure their guests' needs are attended to. The Knight's are an impressive double act at breakfast, which is indulgent with... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
8 Neptune's Isle
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Milnerton
6km from Cape Town Cycle TourNeptune's Isle cabana (sleeps 4) is a great getaway for pleasure seeking tourists, or for a weekend break. Self-catering - Cabana is situated on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean with views of Table Mountain & Robben Island across the bay, and from where... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Aview
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Camps Bay, Cape Town
6km from Cape Town Cycle TourThis striking luxury villa offers unobstructed views of both the mountain & Camps Bay. It is close to the beach, restaurants, clubs, bars, Cape Town, V&A Waterfront, Golf courses & wine routes. The pool, Jacuzzi & gamesroom are big hits with guests! …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
- Cape Town Minstrel Carnival (Kaapse Klopse) - Cape Town (0.33km)
- Cape Town International Jazz Festival (0.44km)
- Cape Town International Convention Centre (0.45km)
- Castle of Good Hope - Cape Town (0.55km)
- Cape Gourmet Festival - Cape Town (0.60km)
- Cape Town City Hall & Grande Parade - Cape Town (0.64km)
- The Fugard Theatre - District Six, Cape Town (0.80km)
- The Fringe Handmade Creative Goods Market - Cape Town (0.87km)
- The Old Slave Tree Memorial - Cape Town (0.91km)
- Greenmarket Square, Cape Town (0.91km)
- District Six Museum - Cape Town (0.94km)
- Slave Lodge Museum (Iziko) - Cape Town (0.95km)
- Heritage Square - Cape Town City Centre (1.06km)
- National Library of South Africa - Cape Town Campus (1.14km)
- Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village - Green Point (1.18km)
- De Waterkant Village, Cape Town (1.26km)
- Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa - Cape Town (1.32km)
- Silo District - V&A Waterfront, Cape Town (1.36km)
- Cape Town Carnival - Cape Town City Centre (1.39km)
- Bo-Kaap Museum - Cape Town (1.39km)
