Thessaloniki hosts international women's cycling races

Thessaloniki is hosting two international UCI 1.2 category women's cycling races on October 31 and November 1. Organized by the Municipality of Thessaloniki and the Hellenic Cycling Federation as part of the “Megas Alexandros 2026” international games, the event includes participation from the municipalities of Langadas and Chalkidona.

On Saturday, October 31, the competition begins with the “International Ladies Time Trial.” Elite and U23 athletes will compete on a 9.9-kilometer uphill course starting in Langadas and finishing at Pente Vryses.

On Sunday, November 1, the focus shifts to the “Megas Alexandros-International Ladies Road Race.” Following a team presentation at the Alexander the Great monument on the Thessaloniki waterfront, the race will cover a total distance of 86.1 kilometers, concluding in Xirochori. Parallel activities include a skills track for children on Sunday morning.