Cape Town is gearing up for one of its most exciting weekends of the year as the Cape Town Cycle Tour returns on Sunday Cape Town is gearing up for one of its most exciting weekends of the year as theCape Town Cycle Tourreturns on Sunday, March 8. Often called the “world’s largest timed cycling race,” the iconic event will see around 30 000 riders tackle the famous 109km route around the Cape Peninsula in the 48th edition of the race. City officials say about 10 000 cyclists are travelling from outside Cape Town, bringing thousands of supporters and spectators expected to fill hotels, restaurants and attractions across the city.
Major routes across Cape Town will close from Thursday to Sunday as the 2026 Cape Town Cycle Tour winds through the CBD, southern suburbs, Atlantic Seaboard and False Bay. Beyond the sporting spectacle, the race is also a major boost for the local economy. Previous editions of the event have been estimated to inject more than R500 million into the city through tourism, hospitality and transport.
Whether you’re riding, supporting acyclistor simply enjoying the festive atmosphere, here’s how to make the most of Cycle Tour weekend. Race weekend begins with rider registration and the Lifecycle Expo at the DHL Stadium. More than 80 exhibitors will showcase cycling gear, technology, nutrition and apparel, with organisers expecting around 30 000 visitors over the three-day event.
[paywall]
Entry is free for participating cyclists and children under 12. Non-participants pay R50.
[/paywall]
All Zim News – Bringing you the latest news and updates.
