Men Elite Road Race

Scotland is hosting the UCI Cycling World Championships from 3rd-13th August 2023.  There are many exciting events across Scotland including the Men Elite Road Race on Sunday 6th August which starts in Edinburgh at 930am, over the Queensferry Crossing into Fife (approximately 10am), then makes its way to Glasgow for an exciting finish in the city centre.

There will be road closures along the route which may disrupt your travel.  This includes a short closure of the Queensferry Crossing.

Further information can be found on the links below.  Traffic Scotland will be providing updates throughout the race. 

Details on the full event 
2023 UCI Cycling World Championships | Glasgow and across Scotland (cyclingworldchamps.com)

Traffic Scotland
UCI Championships - Men's Elite Road Race | Traffic Scotland

City of Edinburgh Council area
UCI World Cycling Championships Men’s Elite Road Race – The City of Edinburgh Council

Fife Council area
UCI World Cycling Championships Men’s Elite Road Race coming through Fife | Fife Council

Remember that regular cyclists are welcome to use the Forth Road Bridge to cross the Forth and enjoy the Forth Bridges Trail.  Outside of this special event, there is no cyclist access to the Queensferry Crossing as this is a motorway.
Walking & Cycling (theforthbridges.org)

Enjoy the race and good luck to all competitors!