The countdown has begun for the excitement of the international cycling race in Antalya.

The UCI Nirvana Gran Fondo World Series will host 880 cyclists from 35 countries. Hundreds of cyclists will push the boundaries of excitement on three courses set against the breathtaking nature and historical richness of Antalya from November 14-17.

As part of the international cycling race series by the International Cycling Union, the UCI Nirvana Gran Fondo World Series Antalya event will feature thrilling competitions at iconic locations in Antalya on November 15 in the 20 km time trial course, and on November 17 in the 98 km long course and the 66 km short course. Additionally, Paracycling athletes will also participate in the 66 km short course.

The international cycling race UCI Nirvana Gran Fondo World Series Antalya, which offers a unique racing experience in the stunning nature and historical riches of Antalya, will be held for the fourth time this year and is among the most prestigious Gran Fondo races in the cycling world.

UCI Nirvana Gran Fondo World Series Antalya, which is one of the mandatory preliminary stages to participate in the UCI Gran Fondo World Championship and distinguishes itself from other Gran Fondo races, will welcome hundreds of amateur cyclists, both local and foreign, in Antalya. Organized by Mooves Event under the main sponsorship of Nirvana Hotels, and supported by the International Cycling Union (UCI), the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey, the Turkey Tourism Promotion and Development Agency, the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Turkey, and the Turkish Cycling Federation, along with the brands of Antalya such as Fraport TAV Antalya Airport, Corendon Airlines, AG Tohum, Arso İnşaat, and Bisan, the event will take place on three different courses.

The UCI Nirvana Gran Fondo World Series Antalya bike race, which allows amateur cyclists to compete according to UCI standards, will be held on the 98 km long course, the 66 km AG Tohum short course, and the 20 km time trial courses. The time trial race will start on November 15, while the long and short courses will start on November 17. Those who finish in the top 25% of their age categories in the long course will qualify for the World Championship, while women over 50 and men over 60 will also earn this right by finishing in the top 25% of the short course races, granting them a spot in the UCI Gran Fondo World Championship to be held in Australia in 2025.