Sierra Nevada Límite Veleta Hill Climb 38K 2027

A single climb, 38 km and about 2,250 m of elevation gain from the plain of Granada to the Pico Veleta area: the Sierra Nevada Límite Veleta Hill Climb 38K is a pure climbing challenge that finishes above 3,100 m, with views over the whole range. General information: - Date: Sunday 2027-05-16. - Start: 08:00 from the Sports Centre in Cenes de la Vega (Granada). - Finish: Pico Veleta area, above 3,100 m. - Route: 38 km with about 2,250 m of elevation gain. - Finish closes: at 13:00. - Format: timed long-distance road cycling event. - Organiser: TerraIncognita. - KOM combo: you can ride Saturday's Gran Fondo and Sunday's Veleta Hill Climb with a single entry. Why it is special: - It climbs into the heart of Sierra Nevada, one of the great cycling settings in Spain, where many professional teams train. - It finishes above 3,100 m, in the Pico Veleta area. - Road, mountain and gravel bikes are allowed. - The previous edition brought together more than 500 riders. - At the finish there is hot food and medical service. Course: It covers 38 km with about 2,250 m of elevation gain, almost all uphill, from Cenes de la Vega to the Pico Veleta area. The courses, profiles and tracks are on the official website; a GPS device to follow the route is recommended. Timetable: the start is at 08:00 from a single start corral, so all riders set off together. Each aid station has its own closing time and you must pass before it to continue. The finish closes at 13:00. Points marked as "withdrawal checkpoint" have transport for riders who drop out. Registration and prices: registration is online on the official website. 2027 prices: - Veleta Hill Climb: €35 until 9 April and €40 until closing. - KOM combo (Gran Fondo + Veleta Hill Climb): €80 until 9 April and €85 afterwards. - Day licence for non-federated riders: €12 (€24 for KOM). - Optional ALÉ 2027 jersey: €17, until 1 April. - Cancellation insurance: €10 (€15 for KOM). Booking fees are added. The price includes solid and liquid aid stations, medical and safety support, timing, transport from withdrawal checkpoints, finisher medal and diploma, rider bag and final meal. Bib pickup: times and place are published before the event. Bibs and bags not collected during that time are not posted. The bib goes on the front of the bike. There is no expo as such. Services: - Solid and liquid aid stations. - Bag drop: one bag per rider left at the start and collected at the finish. - Finisher medal and diploma. - Final meal at the finish. - Medical teams along the whole route, coordinated with 112. Gear: an approved helmet is mandatory. It is recommended to carry at least 1 litre of water, sunglasses, gloves, sunscreen, electrolytes, spare food, spares, cash or a card and a GPS. Bring warm clothing: it can be cold at the top even in May. Tips: Climb at a steady pace: the air gets thinner above 2,500 m. Bib change: a name change (bib and chip transfer) costs €5 and can be requested until 15 days before the event. It is not allowed when there is an official waiting list, as released places go to the first person on that list. Without insurance the refund is 50% up to 30 days before; with insurance it is 100% up to 15 days before. Alternatives to get a bib: register before 9 April to pay less and join the waiting lists: the organiser's official list and the waiting list on Bibready with a bib alert. Within the rules, a bib exchange on Bibready helps you find a replacement. FAQ: - When is it? On 2027-05-16 at 08:00. - How long is it? 38 km with about 2,250 m of climbing. - How much does it cost? From €35 to €40, plus a licence if you are not federated. - Can I change the name on my bib? Yes, for €5 until 15 days before, unless there is a waiting list. - Is there a bag drop? Yes, one bag from start to finish.