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HEW Cyclassics

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description HEW Cyclassics Overview

The HEW Cyclassics, currently known as the BEMER Cyclassics Hamburg, is an elite professional one-day cycling race held annually in Hamburg, Germany. The event was originally sponsored by Hamburg Electric Works (HEW) and has since served as a prominent fixture in the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) calendar. It features both men's and women's races, drawing international cycling teams and large crowds to the city's streets.

help HEW Cyclassics FAQ

Why did the HEW Cyclassics change its name?

The Hamburg race has taken the names of successive title sponsors, including HEW, Vattenfall, EuroEyes, and BEMER. Despite those changes, it remains the same major one-day professional event first held in the 1990s.

Is the former HEW Cyclassics part of the UCI WorldTour?

Yes, the elite men's race is part of the UCI WorldTour, cycling's highest season-long series. It is generally held in and around Hamburg during the European summer.

What type of rider usually wins the Hamburg Cyclassics?

The route often favors fast riders who can survive rolling terrain and repeated climbs of the Waseberg. Winners have therefore included prominent sprinters such as Erik Zabel, Robbie McEwen, and Elia Viviani.

Can amateur cyclists ride during the Cyclassics weekend?

Yes, Hamburg's event is known for pairing the professional race with mass-participation rides over several distances. This format lets amateur riders use closed roads before watching WorldTour teams contest the elite event.

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