VISIT TO OUR NORTHERN NEIGHBOURS
Scheldeprijs Cyclo
08.04.2023
Scheldeprijs Cyclo
On Saturday 8 April, we will brave the wind and pull out our sprinters’ legs for the Scheldeprijs Cyclo. You will start in Schoten for a ride of 78, 121 or 151 kilometres. Discover the fabulous roads of our neighbours to the north that follow the Eastern and Western Scheldt and round it off after a passage through the Kalmthoutse Heide Cross-Border Park with the classic finale of the pro race.
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Discover the course
Three days after the men’s and women’s pelotons compete for the Sprinters’ unofficial World Championships, it is your turn to test your legs. From Schoten, you cycle north where you will soon cross the border into The Netherlands. The 151-kilometre ride will take you along the Eastern Scheldt. The return journey takes you along the Western Scheldt and through the Kalmthoutse Heide Cross-Border Park.
The 121-kilometre ride takes in a shorter stretch along the Eastern Scheldt, which means you also miss out on the wind along the Western Scheldt. The shortest distance of 78 kilometres also crosses the border, but does not take you down to the water. This ride offers you an extra stretch through the pretty Kalmthoutse Heide Cross-Border Park. All rides finish with the classic finale of the pro race. Fly over the cobblestones of the Broekstraat before sprinting to the finish.
78 km Start: Schoten - Finish: Schoten | |
Nederland | |
Bev. | Ossendrecht |
België | |
Kalmthoutse Heide | |
 | Hensberglei |
| | Broekstraat |
121 km Start: Schoten - Finish: Schoten | |
Nederland | |
Bev. | Ossendrecht |
Schelde-Rijnkanaal | |
| | Hogerwaardweg |
België | |
Bev. | Essen |
| | Velodreef |
Kalmthoutse Heide | |
| | Hensberglei |
| | Broekstraat |
151 km Start: Schoten - Finish: Schoten | |
Nederland | |
Bev. | Ossendrecht |
Schelde-Rijnkanaal | |
Scheldezicht | |
Bev. | Rilland |
| | Hogerwaardweg |
België | |
Bev. | Essen |
| | Velodreef |
Kalmthoutse Heide | |
| | Hensberglei |
| | Broekstraat |
The courses via RouteYou:
Online registrations
Have you chosen your event? Great! Please see below all rates for the Scheldeprijs Cyclo.
Tarieven | 78 km | 121 km | 151 km |
Voordeeltarief (t.e.m. 28/03) | 15 € | 17 € | 20 € |
Standaardtarief (na 28/03) | 18 € | 20 € | 23 € |
It makes sense to register early!
Get off to an early start and register before 28 March. This puts you in the breakaway group and you can benefit from a better price.
Did you miss the breakaway? No worries, the Peloton can still prove itself and will help make the Scheldeprijs cycl into a top edition.
Please note: Your registration includes a €5 deposit for the use of your number plate. This is refunded at the finish or you can exchange it for an original T-shirt.
Practical info
- Plenty of refreshment points on the route
- Accident insurance (no helmet = no insurance)
- Technical assistance at the start, at the refreshment points and along the course
- Medical service at the start and at the refreshment points
- Signallers along the course
- Perfect signposting along the parcours
- Course sticker showing the hills along the way & GPX
- Frame plate
- Free coffee at the start
Sint-Michielscollege
Papenaardekenstraat 53
Schoten
Start times:
- 78km: 7h30 – 11h00
- 121km: 7h30 – 10h00
- 151km: 7h30 – 9h00
Scan & ride
Register online, we’ll email you your ticket. That way you can immediately pick up your frame plate after presenting your ticket at the Scan & Ride desks. No need to get off your bike again!
Registration on the day itself
Would you prefer to register on the spot? Park your bicycle in the secure bicycle shed!
The registration stand in Schoten is open on Saturday 8 april 2023:
- 151 km: 7h30 – 9h30
- 121 km: 7h30 – 10h
- 78 km: 7h30 – 11h
Enjoy plenty of refreshment points on the route, including Etixx sports nutrition and drinks, water and a wide choice of fruit and biscuits.
Number of refreshment points*:
- 151 km: 3 supply stations
- 121 km: 2 supply stations
- 78 km: 1 supply station
* Refreshment points given upon presentation of frame plate only!
At the end of your ride, don’t forget to exchange your frame plate for your €5 deposit or exchange it for an original T-shirt.
There will also be a fun après-bike where you can sit back and unwind after your ride.
Breakdown on the road?
Technical assistance is provided at the start and supply stations. If you can’t make it there, call the emergency number on the back of your frame plate to speak to our mobile breakdown service.
Medical assistance is available at the start and supply stations.
- Parking 1: Borkelstraat
- Parking 2: Liebiglaan
- Parking 3: Borgeindstraat
- Parking 4: Sporthal De Zeurt
ETIXX SPORTS NUTRITION
Etixx fuels your goal
Etixx Sports Nutrition offers athletes healthy support for sustainable sport performances. Thanks to our collaboration with Etixx Sports Nutrition, you will be able to enjoy a quality supply of Etixx products (Isotonic, Energy Gel, Energy Sport Bar,…) during your spring classic. In addition, you will also be able to enjoy exclusive promotions and discounts on the Etixx range when you register and after the event. This way we can guide all sportsmen and women with their preparation and in reaching the finish line.
In a higher gear with Etixx
Sufficient training is the key to success, but without a healthy diet and the right sports nutrition before, during and after every ride, it will never be possible to achieve your full potential with training alone.
Athletes in general – because of their physical efforts – have a higher need for vitamins and minerals. Additional supplements are therefore highly recommended. The complete range of Etixx sports nutrition and supplements supports you fully at this point, all products comply therefore with the highest quality requirements and have the Informed Sports quality label.
In order to optimally guide the participants in choosing the most suitable sports nutrition in the preparation and during the spring classics, Etixx has developed a page with specific sports nutrition advice for cyclists.
Ride with us and support Younited Cycling
Besides being a relaxing activity, cycling is also a powerful tool. Under the flag of ‘My Team, My Home’, Younited Cycling builds cycling teams where everyone is welcome and included.
Their participants are experts in daily survival who fight against vulnerability in housing, mental health, well-being, poverty, migration or addiction.
In their peloton, they find more than just teammates, they find a home. They are coached by social workers who give them a warm welcome and individual attention, to guide them both on and off the bike.
Additional funding is needed to help Younited Cycling grow. Your contribution can also help. When registering online, you have the option to donate 5, 10 or 15€ for Younited Cycling.
Health
The organisers advise everyone to avoid any form of strenuous physical activity for which they are not adequately prepared. Make sensible choices about the distance you ride and/or the pace you set for yourself.
Anyone who aims to improve performance and compete at a high intensity should see a (specialised sports) physician annually for a check-up. There is no requirement to produce a medical certificate.
It is up to the participant to decide how to use the information resulting from a medical check-up.
The organisers cannot be held liable in this respect.
Do you feel sick, have you a cough, sneeze or fever? Given the current health situation, we advise you to stay at home and not to come to the event.
Good cause: vzw Stop Darmkanker
The not-for-profit organisation vzw Stop Darmkanker (Stop Bowel Cancer) is a young, dynamic and independent NGO whose motto is: sharing knowledge can save lives.
vzw Stop Darmkanker wants to convince everyone that early detection of polyps and bowel cancer will drastically reduce the number of deaths from bowel cancer. Bowel cancer is a silent killer.
Every year more than 8,500 Belgians are diagnosed with bowel cancer. Every day 9 people die of bowel cancer. Bowel cancer is the second most commonly occurring cancer in women and the third most commonly occurring in men.- If bowel cancer is detected at an early stage, there is over a 90% chance of recovery. Knowledge about bowel cancer is still not adequate. Extra resources are needed to fight the disease.
Your contribution can also be life-saving. When you register, you have the chance to donate 5, 10 or 15 € to vzw Stop Darmkanker.
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