CYCLING: Eschborn-Frankfurt 1.UWT 2025 (GER)

Germany 01 May 2025 Class 1.UWT – 1 day – UCI WorldTour

Website www.eschborn-frankfurt.de and https://www.instagram.com/eschbornfrankfurt

Email mpietsch@aso-germany.de

The Eschborn-Frankfurt cycling race, held annually on May 1st (Labour Day in Germany), boasts a rich history dating back to 1962. Initially named “Rund um den Henninger-Turm” (Tour around the Henninger Tower), the race was conceived by the Moos brothers to promote the Henninger Brewery in Frankfurt.

Here’s a look at the key milestones in its history:

• Early Years (1962-2008): The race started and finished in Frankfurt, with the route often paying homage to the iconic Henninger Tower. It quickly became a significant event in German cycling, attracting both national and international talent.
• Name Changes and Evolution (2009-2017): As the Henninger Brewery withdrew its sponsorship, the race underwent several name changes:
  • 2009: Eschborn-Frankfurt City Loop, with the start moving to Eschborn.
  • 2010-2016: Rund um den Finanzplatz Eschborn-Frankfurt (Tour around the financial center Eschborn-Frankfurt).
  • 2017: Eschborn-Frankfurt ‘Rund um den Finanzplatz’.
• UCI WorldTour Status (2017-present): A significant step in the race’s history was its inclusion in the prestigious UCI WorldTour in 2017. This elevated its status, placing it among the top-tier cycling events globally and making it one of two German races on the WorldTour calendar.
• Recent Years (2018-present): The race has continued to be a prominent fixture, attracting top classics specialists and sprinters. The route has seen some modifications over the years, often featuring challenging climbs in the Taunus Hills.

Key Historical Points:

• The first edition in 1962 was won by Belgian Armand Desmet.
• The race has been won by cycling legends such as Eddy Merckx and Freddy Maertens.
• Alexander Kristoff holds the record for the most victories with four (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018).
• Erik Zabel is second with three wins (1999, 2002, 2005).
• Belgium has the most victories by nation with 18, followed by Germany with 13.
• The 2015 and 2020 editions were canceled due to a security alert and the COVID-19 pandemic, respectively.
• The 62nd edition took place on May 1, 2024, and was won by Belgian Maxim Van Gils.
• The 63rd edition is scheduled for May 1, 2025. The race will start in Eschborn and finish in Frankfurt, covering approximately 200 kilometers and featuring climbs like the Grosser Feldberg and Mammolshain.

The Eschborn-Frankfurt race has evolved from a local event promoting a brewery to a prestigious UCI WorldTour classic, maintaining its place as a significant date on the international cycling calendar.

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Michel Ries – ARKEA-B&B HOTELS, Luxembourg, 27 years 

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