Granfondo Antalya

Date
Friday 06.11.2026 - 08.11.2026
Distances
20 - 73 - 105 km
City
Antalya
Country
Turkey
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Granfondo Antalya has been organized for the first time as UCI qualifier in 2021 with a very international peloton and with start and finish in between the tourist area and hotel resorts on the east side just outside Antalya . A perfect way to combine your trip and holiday with a cycling event.

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Time Trial

The 23km Time trial course has been used before for the national championships time trial and is a back and forth loop over the same road with a turning point halfway. Start and finish are located in kadriye (Belek), 30 min from the city center and 20 min from the airport in the middle of all the top-star hotels. It’s a totally flat course next to a river for the big engines.

Road race

The Granfondo on Sunday have two events on offer. The 73km short course is the qualifying distance for men above 60 and women above 50 while the 105km long course is the qualifying distance for the men 19-59 and women 19-49.

The start and finish are located in front of the Land of Legends Theme Park, the shopping and entertainment park in the middle of the hotels the region is famous for

Short course

Long course

🌴 Antalya – Turkey’s tourism capital on the Mediterranean

Antalya is one of the main holiday destinations in Turkey, located on the Turkish Riviera along the Mediterranean coast. It combines beaches, history and nature in one destination and attracts millions of visitors every year.

What makes Antalya popular

  • Historic old town (Kaleiçi)
    A charming area with cobbled streets, Ottoman houses and Roman landmarks like Hadrian’s Gate, dating back nearly 2,000 years.
  • Beaches and coastline
    Long beaches such as Konyaaltı and Lara, plus dramatic cliffs and waterfalls like the Düden Falls flowing into the sea.
  • Mix of cultures and history
    The city has Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman influences, making it rich in monuments and architecture.
  • Nature and scenery
    Surrounded by the Taurus Mountains and a turquoise coastline.

 

🏖️ Belek – the luxury resort and golf area east of Antalya

Belek is located about 30–40 km east of Antalya, close to the airport, and is a purpose-built resort region focused on tourism.

Key characteristics

  • High-end hotel zone
    The area is dominated by 5-star all-inclusive resorts, many with large pools, beachfront access and entertainment facilities.
  • Golf destination
    Belek is known as Turkey’s golf capital, with more than 15 championship courses concentrated in a small area.
  • Beach and relaxation
    Long sandy beaches and calm Mediterranean waters make it popular for holidaymakers.
  • Easy access
    Only about a 30–50 minute transfer from Antalya Airport, making it very convenient for international visitors.