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Rotterdam Tour

Rotterdam Tour takes place on Sun, Oct 18, 2026 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The main route is 160 km.

Date
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
Start
Rotterdam 🇳🇱
Distance
160 km
Level
Open to all
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Toe the line at Rotterdam Tour in your best shape

A training plan built around your fitness and this race, adapted every day as your form changes. Attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.

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A NL Tour Rides road sportive through the polders and waterways around Rotterdam, with routes of 80, 110 and 160 km.

What this race demands

This 160 km road sportive through the flat polders and waterways of Rotterdam demands sustained steady-state pacing over a long duration.

Aero efficiency

Riding 160 km through the open polders of the Netherlands exposes athletes to significant crosswinds, requiring sustained aerodynamic positioning.

Endurance capacity

Covering the full 160 km distance demands a high level of aerobic endurance and muscular durability to maintain consistent power output over many hours in the saddle.

Group riding

Participating in a large sportive format across Dutch cycling routes requires comfort with rotating pacelines and sustained group riding skills.

Averaging 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour will be necessary to sustain energy levels across the projected 5 to 7 hour duration of a 160 km ride.

What would it take you?

Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.

Estimated finish

5:00–6:00

Peak-week training

6–8 h/week

A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.

IntervalCoach turns those weekly hours into a concrete plan built around your actual fitness. Start with this race as your goal

Frequently asked questions

When is Rotterdam Tour?

Rotterdam Tour takes place on Sun, Oct 18, 2026 in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

How long is Rotterdam Tour?

The main route is 160 km.

What does Rotterdam Tour demand?

This 160 km road sportive through the flat polders and waterways of Rotterdam demands sustained steady-state pacing over a long duration.

Who is Rotterdam Tour for?

Rotterdam Tour is open to all participants.

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