Spain • One-day Classic
This resurrected Spanish classic ignites the European cycling season, challenging riders with the steep ascents of Coll de Rates and Alto de Turrón Duro amidst the picturesque Valencian landscape. It's a brutal early-season test, demanding both climbing prowess and tactical brilliance, often culminating in a thrilling sprint from a select group.
Total Editions
1
Latest Winner
Marc HIRSCHI
First Edition
2025
Race Type
One-day
The race typically begins with flat sections before gradually increasing in difficulty. Key challenges include the iconic Coll de Rates (6.7 km at 5.2% average gradient) and the decisive Alto de Turrón Duro (3.5 km at 9% average, with ramps up to 18%), often situated close to the finish. The course demands strong climbing abilities and suits classics specialists, often leading to a reduced bunch sprint or a solo victory after the final climbs. It serves as the traditional opener for the European road cycling calendar, attracting many teams for early-season form testing.
First edition contested as 'Gran Premio Valenciana'. 1969-
The race was known as 'Gran Premio Valenciana'. 1981-
Organized under the name 'Gran Premio Valencia (Trofeo Luis Puig)'. 2005-
The event experienced a prolonged hiatus.
The race was revived under its current name, 'Clàssica Comunitat Valenciana 1969'.
The race was upgraded to UCI ProSeries (1.1) status.