From Historic Roskilde to the cycling city of Copenhagen

Copenhagen Sprint starts in Roskilde and ends with an 11 km circuit through the streets of Copenhagen. The route starts in the city of Roskilde, then passing through nine municipalities, before finishing in the city of Copenhagen and offers both scenic landscapes and historic landmarks. Along the route, there will be plenty of opportunities to cheer in local hotspots and experience activities and events focused on cycling.

Start city

Roskilde

Welcome to Roskilde –
the Copenhagen Sprint races
start in Roskilde

The city is a living narrative that spans from the sagas of the Viking Age to today’s dynamic culture. Here, you can experience a piece of World Heritage as you pedal through the unique fjord and natural landscapes surrounding the city.

With a rich history that extends over 1,000 years, Roskilde offers world-class sights and attractions where the past meets the future. Visit the majestic Roskilde Cathedral, a part of the UNESCO World Heritage list, dive into pop culture at RAGNAROCK, or row like a Viking on the fjord at the Viking Ship Museum.

Experience also the city’s modern side with art-filled galleries, unique shops, and local delicacies served in cozy cafés and restaurants. Roskilde is not just a gateway to the National Park ‘Skjoldungernes Land’, but a city where every step is a new discovery. Come and see for yourself!

Finish city

Copenhagen

Welcome to Copenhagen Sprint in the world’s most bicycle-friendly city

With more than 397 km of bicycle paths, 16 cycle superhighways, and over 24 bike bridges, cycling culture is ubiquitous in the Danish capital – making Copenhagen the perfect setting for the thrilling finale of the Copenhagen Sprint.

Every day, more than 1.4 million kilometers are cycled in Copenhagen. Through years of efforts to build a sustainable and bike-friendly infrastructure that connects the city across harbors and neighborhoods, cycling has become a strong part of the city’s DNA and the Copenhagen lifestyle.

Thus, the Copenhagen Sprint will be a grand public celebration of Copenhagen’s cycling culture, welcoming families with children, cycling enthusiasts, everyday cyclists, and visitors to the city, as the event concludes with a spectacular circuit through the streets of Copenhagen.