description Velodrome Suisse Overview
The Velodrome Suisse is a 250-meter indoor velodrome located in Grenchen, Switzerland. Constructed in 2013, it features a wooden track meeting UCI Category 1 standards. This facility provides a dedicated training space for the Swiss national cycling team and supports competitive cyclists seeking a controlled environment for practice and development.
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How long is the track at Velodrome Suisse?
The indoor wooden track is 250 meters long, the standard length used for major international track-cycling events. Its steep banking allows riders to maintain speed through the bends.
Where is Velodrome Suisse located?
It is in Grenchen in the Swiss canton of Solothurn. The venue opened in 2013 and is also known by its sponsored name, Tissot Velodrome.
Has the Grenchen velodrome hosted major record attempts?
Yes. Jens Voigt set an hour record there in September 2014, covering 51.115 kilometers under the rules then in effect. Grenchen has since remained a prominent venue for elite track cycling.
Can ordinary riders use Velodrome Suisse?
The facility offers track-cycling courses and sessions beyond national-team training, although access depends on its current program. Riders generally need suitable fixed-gear track bicycles and instruction before using the banking.
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