More than 4,000 cyclists will participate in the Gran Fondo Argentina: what will be the street and highway closures?

The competition, considered a sports milestone and symbol of the boost that the Government seeks to give to sport and urban tourism under the motto “Argentina Great Again”will leave at 6 in the morning from the Nini Marshall Amphitheaterlocated at the intersection of Rosario Vera Peñaloza and Calabriain Puerto Madero. The arrival arch and awards ceremony will also be located there.

According to the organizers, the race will have two modalities: he Medium Bottomof 60 kilometersand the Great Fundof 124 kilometers. The spots were sold out days before the event, reflecting the growing interest that this competition arouses among professional and amateur athletes.

Street and highway closures

The Buenos Aires authorities confirmed that since 6 in the morning until 11 will be carried out total traffic cut on several arteries and highways in the City. Will be affected Highway 25 de Mayothe Perito Morenothe Cantilo and the Lugonesin addition to a section of the July 9 South until the descent Suarez.

Meanwhile, within the perimeter of Puerto Madero and Retirothe streets will remain closed Alicia Moreau de Justo, Rosario Vera Peñaloza, Julieta Lanteri, Calabria, Boulevard de los Italianos, Cecilia Grierson, Antarctica Argentina and Castillo.

From the organization they reported that “The circulation of vehicles or people who are not involved in the race is not allowed, under any circumstances.” and that the measure was adopted for security reasons. They also clarified that “Nor is private assistance to cyclists allowed within the circuit.”, because competitors reach speeds higher than the 70 kilometers per hour.

A festival of sport and tourism

The event was declared “of sporting interest” by the Buenos Aires Legislaturebased on an initiative by the deputy Patricia Glize (Let’s Go for More). In her presentation, the legislator highlighted that “The race connects the public and private spheres, promoting tourism, sports, environmental care and a healthy lifestyle”.

In addition to the main competition, the weekend will include a agenda of recreational and family activities. This Saturday, in Sarmiento Parkthe exhibition will be held Bike + Mobilitywith workshops, stands and competitions for children between 6 and 13 years old. All proceeds raised on that day will be used to create the first Argentine Cycling Schoolintended for boys and girls of the Neighborhood 31 of Retiro.

He Gran Fondo Argentina not only established itself as a key event for cycling lovers, but also as a engine of tourist and economic activity for the City. The hotels, restaurants and shops in the areas near Puerto Madero, Retiro and Palermo They recorded high occupancy during the weekend, driven by the arrival of runners and their companions.

The weather conditions, depending on the National Weather ServiceThey anticipate a morning cool and partly cloudywith possible isolated rains, although without risk of suspension. Despite the forecast, the organizers stressed that the event will take place normally, since the cyclists “They don’t stop in the face of bad weather when it comes to a competition of this magnitude”.

The commitment to sport and international projection

The Buenos Aires Government and the organizers of the event stressed that the objective of the Gran Fondo Argentina is to project to Buenos Aires like a regional cycling capital and consolidate a sustained sports promotion policy. The competition, unique in its kind as it takes place on urban highways, seeks to position the country within the international road racing calendar.

“Argentina Great Again” not only works as a motto, but as a slogan that the Executive intends to associate with the idea of recover the sporting and tourist prominence of the country. With cyclists pedaling along the empty highways and thousands of spectators accompanying them from the streets, the City is preparing for a day that combines effort, improvement and national pride.