Fan zones
CHEER ALONG AT THE OFFICIAL FANZONES
Sharing a sporting experience is much more fun than doing it alone. That’s why three official fanzones have been set up along the route of the World Championships. At the start and passages in Beek, at Wijnandsrade Castle, and at the finish in Maastricht, fans can enjoy the event for free to the fullest: from live coverage on a large screen to music, food, and drinks. You can find information about accessibility for residents or visitors and the official programme here
Fan zone Beek | Start and passages
Saturday: 08:00 – 16:00
Sunday: 08:00 – 18.00
Sportpark De Haamen, 6191 HV Beek
In Beek, gravel cycling fans will find plenty to enjoy. The Shimano United In Gravel Expo is the meeting point for anyone active in, or curious about, the gravel cycling scene. At the start location in Beek, visitors can explore and test the latest products from leading and local brands, from bikes and accessories to high-tech equipment. With the start and several passages taking place on Saturday and Sunday, you’ll see the riders here more than anywhere else. A large screen and live commentary will ensure you don’t miss anything.
Bolero Fanzone
Are you from Belgium and want to give the Belgian participants your full support? Then visit the Bolero Fanzone at the start in Beek. Bolero, the Belgian investment platform and title partner of the World Championships, invites all Belgian fans to gather in the Bolero Fanzone as a counterbalance to the Dutch Oranje legion. With Belgian beer on tap, appearances by well-known Belgians, this promises to be a special experience.
Fan zone Wijnandsrade Castle
Saturday: 10:00 – 23.00
Sunday: 10:00 – 20:00
Square between Opfergelstraat and Panhuysstraat
Possibly the most scenic place to watch the World Championships: the square in front of Wijnandsrade Castle. Here too, the riders will pass several times in their pursuit of the world title. If the riders aren’t live on the course at that moment, there’s no need to worry. With live music, large screens, bouncy castles, and food and drinks, there’s plenty to enjoy all day.
Including the following activities and performances:
Saturday
Ronnie Ron 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Beer Bike 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Guus Niesing 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Wim Frijns 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sunday
Roatsjer Jonge 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Brass Band II 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
WIËRTER Elvis 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
A DJ will provide the rest of the entertainment, and there will be live commentary of the cycling race and a big screen to follow the race.
Parking 1
Plot at Kuilweg/Bisseweg in Hellebroek
From here it is about a 10-minute walk to the fan square
Parking 2
Plot at Swierderkerkweg in Wijnandsrade/Swier
From here it is about a 10-minute walk to the fan square
Parking 3
Plot at Swierderkerkweg in Wijnandsrade/Swier
From here it is about a 5-minute walk to the fan square
Fan zone Maastricht (Finish)
Saturday: 12.00 – 18.00
Sunday: 14:00 – 21.00
Koningsplein Maastricht
Do you want to see for yourself who crosses the finish line first and takes home the rainbow jersey? Then the Fanzone at the finish in Maastricht is the place to be. After several laps through the hilly landscape, including Beek and Beekdaelen, the riders will arrive in Maastricht via De Groene Loper. This will be a unique finish for the World Championships. After the race, the winners will be honoured near the fanzone and presented with the rainbow jersey. You can also stay on afterwards for a relaxed post-race gathering. Will we see you in Maastricht?
Fan zone Genhout
Saturday: 08:00 – 16:00
Sunday: 08:00 – 18.00
Cijnsberg – Maastrichterstraat
Genhout is the perfect spot to experience the Gravel World Championships up close. Located right in the middle of the gravel sections, the peloton will thunder past several times in the fight for the rainbow jersey. Missed the riders passing by? No worries! Big screens keep you updated with live race coverage, while music, food, and drinks create a great atmosphere all day long.