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Ename Classic

Name: Ename Classic
Start: 2026-03-07
End: 2026-03-07
Location: Oudenaarde, Flanders

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Oudenaarde, Flanders, Belgium

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sell €19.00 – €23.00

About the Event

Officially launch your cycling season on the hallowed cobbles and climbs of Flanders at the Ename Classic, the opening ride of the Proximus Cycling Challenge, on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Starting and finishing in the iconic cycling city of Oudenaarde, this festive event offers four distances (65km to 150km) that explore the lesser-known but punishing slopes of the Flemish Ardennes, such as the Armekleie and Boembeek. It's the perfect opportunity to test your winter legs on a varied and challenging route, whether you're a recreational rider or a seasoned enthusiast, all while enjoying the legendary camaraderie of Belgian cycling culture. The day culminates with a well-earned reward: a free bottle of Ename Abbey beer from Brouwerij Roman at the finish line.

More than just a ride, the Ename Classic is a celebration of the region's deep cycling heritage and a true reconnection for the peloton after the winter months. The event is meticulously organized with well-stocked feed zones, mechanical support, and a focus on safety and respect for the road code. With early bird pricing available until the end of February, it's the ideal, accessible way to kickstart a season of cycling adventures. Join thousands of fellow fans for a day of tough climbs, beautiful landscapes, and pure cycling joy in the heart of Flanders.

Races Offered

120 km

Mar 07, 2026

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Distance — 120K

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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€21.00

150 km

Mar 07, 2026

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Distance — 150K

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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€23.00

65 km

Mar 07, 2026

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Distance — 65K

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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€19.00

90 km

Mar 07, 2026

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Distance — 90K

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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€19.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Oudenaarde.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 3.9° / 11.8°

wb_sunny 0.0° / 7.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.1 /

water_drop 79.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 3.9° / 11.8°

wb_sunny 0.0° / 7.9°

air 13.1 km/h

water_drop 79.2%

About Oudenaarde

Oudenaarde is a city in East Flanders. Oudenaarde is about 30 km south of Ghent, the capital of the province. The town has a little over 30,000 inhabitants and is a convenient hub for cycling tourists because of its geographical location in the center of the Flemish Ardennes. The commune includes the villages of Bevere, Edelare, Eine, Ename, Heurne, Leupegem, Mater, Melden, Mullem, Nederename, and Volkegem en Welden.