Hotline & FAQ

Information and a detailed FAQ are available in the Barrier-free Accessibility section to make access as easy as possible for people with disabilities.

Are dogs allowed on Sechseläutenplatz?

No, only assistance dogs for people with disabilities are allowed.

What is the best way to travel to the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships?

There are international train connections to Zurich from neighbouring countries and Europe in general.

Zurich-Kloten International Airport is served by numerous airlines.

What is the easiest way to get from A to B during the UCI Worlds?

In Zurich and the surrounding area, excellent public transport makes travelling to the starting points or other places of interest easier. Current timetables and further information can be found at www.zvv.ch.

Where can I find accommodation in Zurich and the surrounding area?

Our booking platform, which we operate together with our official accommodation supplier Kuoni Tumlare, offers a quick and easy way to find and book the right accommodation from a large selection of hotels in all categories.

I am travelling with a motorhome. Where can I park it? Are there any special campsites?

Yes, you can find detailed information here.

Where is the best place to watch the races?

The races can be followed directly from numerous great locations. Tickets are only required for the finish area on Sechseläutenplatz, which will go on sale from 15 May.

Do I have to buy tickets?

For the Sechseläutenplatz you have to buy a ticket via ticketmaster.

The ticket includes a ZVV ticket and a drinks voucher worth CHF 5 per day.

In the other fan zones and along the racecourses, the races can be followed without tickets.

For people with disabilities:

Are you dependent on an accompanying person?

Then please contact [email protected] in good time by e-mail. We will provide a ticket for your companion free of charge. Please bring your IV card or similar to the event.

The ticket includes a ZVV ticket and a drinks voucher worth CHF 5 per day. The rest of the festival site, such as Bürkliplatz, General Guisan Quai, Limmatquai, Münsterhof and the entire racecourse are freely accessible.

Are there special ticket offers for people with disabilities?
If you are dependent on an accompanying person, they can join you free of charge. You yourself only need to buy a ticket for Sechseläutenplatz. Please contact [email protected] in good time by e-mail. Please bring your disability card or similar to the event.

Can I bring an accompanying person?
You can bring several accompanying persons. However, there is always someone in the hosted areas who can help you

Is traffic, especially car traffic, restricted during 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich?

Yes, traffic in the Zurich area is severely restricted during the race days. Avoid the area as much as possible. Avoid unnecessary journeys and, if possible, travel outside the event times. Leave your car at home whenever possible and use alternative means of transport such as your bike or public transport. After the end of the race, or from 7 p.m. at the latest, access is again possible for all road users without restriction.

How will the Zurich 2024 World Championships impact traffic in the city of Zurich and the affected municipalities?

The roads on which the cycling races will take place will have to be closed to traffic for safety reasons.
In order to maintain the traffic system, traffic will be controlled on a large scale.
The effects are described in detail in the traffic concepts of the city and canton of Zurich.
The cantonal police have been approaching all municipalities since spring 2024 to discuss the traffic concept and have the agreed measures confirmed.

On which days do route closures apply?

The 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich will take place from Saturday, 21 September to Sunday, 29 September 2024. The route closures will be regulated by the traffic regulations. They vary depending on the race day and race programme. You can use the canton's GIS browser to check for yourself whether and when you are affected at home, on the road or at your place of work. Your municipality may provide additional information on its website.

What types of closures are there?

In order to ensure the race and safety on the course on the individual days, the roads to be travelled will be closed. A safety distance must be maintained before and after the athletes.
The roads will be closed for the training sessions under the same conditions as for the races.
To ensure the safety of the athletes at all times, barriers must be erected, diversions signalled and vehicles obstructing traffic removed. The route to be used must be secured one hour (60 minutes) before the start of the race, after which it will be handed over to the organiser.
There are two closure systems:
Full closure: 1 hour before the start until 30 minutes after the last rider (applies to the time trial courses as well as the City Circuit, formerly Circuit Normal). This system is necessary if riders repeatedly ride the course at relatively close intervals and over a longer period of time.
Rolling closure: 1 hour before the first rider until after the broom wagon has passed through (used on approach routes from the starting locations of road races). This system is possible if the race route is not used again before and after the "field".
For emergencies, the tracks can always be crossed and driven on in an emergency. Both lead to an interruption/neutralisation of the race or to the race being abandoned.

Can the official routes be used by private motorised traffic during the races?

No.

Is traffic already affected before the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich?

In principle no. However, isolated impairments due to the construction of infrastructure are possible.

Where do the racecourses pass through and when are they closed?

The racecourses vary depending on the race day and race programme. You can use the canton's GIS browser to check for yourself whether and when you are affected at home, on the road or at your place of work.

Where can I find specific information for the Zurich city area?

Information on traffic in the city of Zurich during the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich can be found at the following link: https://www.stadt-zuerich.ch/rad-wm#verkehr. 

Where can I find specific information for the canton of Zurich?

Information on traffic in the canton of Zurich during the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich can be found at the following link: https://www.zh.ch/de/sport-kultur/sport/sport-grossevents/rad-und-para-cycling-wm-2024.html#-1487787422

Itschnacher junction

How will traffic on the Forchautostrasse be organised? How will a traffic collapse at the access road be prevented?

• The concept for the management of the Itschnach junction has been developed and defined by the cantonal police in collaboration with the TBA.
• Additional measures to reduce the volume of traffic on the Forchautostrasse include large-scale bypasses and diversions in the entire catchment area as well as numerous, coordinated communication measures with information on the entire traffic system during the major event.
  
  

Will there be an access permit for driving on the A52 Forchautostrasse? And if so, where can this be obtained?

• From 25 to 29 September 2024, the city of Zurich will only be accessible via the Forchautostrasse A52 during the closing times (06:00 to 19:00).
• By car, you can only reach the city of Zurich (eastern area) via the A52 Forchautostrasse, which will be controlled and managed at the Itschnacher junction/Zumikon on these race days.
• You will therefore need an access permit. Please note that delays are to be expected even with an access permit.
• You can download the access permit after completing an online form: https://www.zh.ch/de/sport-kultur/sport/sport-grossevents/rad-und-para-cycling-wm-2024/eine-zufahrtsbewilligung-anfordern.html
• Please read the instructions on the website carefully before completing the application form.
• All persons wishing to drive across the Itschnacher junction require an access permit.

But I absolutely have to go into town because I have an urgent appointment. What should I do?

During the Road World Championships, everyone should consider whether they really need to travel to the city by private vehicle from Wednesday 25 to Sunday 29 September. If you want to go to the other side of Zurich, you can take the Meilen-Horgen ferry to the other side of the lake and travel via the A3 motorway.

Anyone who nevertheless needs to drive into the city by car via Forchstrasse during the competition days, for example to visit a doctor or hospital, can register for an access permit on the canton's website.

What happens if I arrive at the Itschnach junction without an access permit?

Anyone without an access permit will be stopped at the Küsnachter- /Forch- /Dorfstrasse junction in Zumikon between 6 am and 7 pm during the competition days. The Forchautostrasse is expected to have two lanes from the Forch entrance to the Zumiker junction. One lane will be reserved for vehicles with a licence, the other for those without. An initial checkpoint will be set up on site to ensure that drivers are queuing correctly.

If you do not have a permit behind your windscreen, you can turn off at the Zumiker junction in the direction of Itschnach or Waltikon. You must then turn at the roundabout in the centre of Waltikon.

Emergencies and health institutions

Will the hospitals remain accessible?

Yes, but you may have to take a longer journey due to the diversions. Please also note the specific information provided by the hospitals on their respective websites.

Can ambulances drive in emergencies?

Yes, emergencies always have priority.

Can the fire brigade move out?

Yes, the fire brigades have special deployment plans for the duration of the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich. Emergencies have priority at all times.

How do I get to my doctor / my physiotherapy practice / my pharmacy?

This depends on the local conditions. Leave your car at home whenever possible. You can use the canton's GIS browser to check how best to get to your destination. Your municipality may provide additional information on its website.

Plan more time for travelling by public transport. You can find your best connections in the ZVV timetable.

Public transport:
How does the Forchbahn run?

• The Forch railway is in continuous operation without any restrictions. In addition, the timetable and transport capacity will be expanded where possible.
  
  

How will the S-Bahn (ZVV) operate?

• S-Bahn operations are not restricted. Transport capacity will also be expanded where possible.
  
  

Is the Meilen-Horgen ferry in operation?

• The ferry is an important transport measure, mainly to relieve the motorised private transport system during the race days.
• The ferry service is in operation on all race days. The landing stages are always accessible.
• During the time trial races (21-24 September 2024), the Meilen landing stage can only be reached from the east (from Rapperswil).
  
  

How will VBZ, ZVO, VBG and Postbus bus services operate in the affected area?

• During the cycle races, tram and bus services are restricted in various regions of the city of Zurich and the canton of Zurich.
• The race routes and times are different on each race day, and so are the effects on public transport. The affected lines will be diverted, run on shortened routes or cancelled: https://freizeit.zvv.ch/de/freizeit-und-events/freizeitkarte/rad-wm.html
• Once the route closures have been lifted in the evening, bus services will return to normal.
• The detailed plans for public transport are expected to be finalised by spring.
  
  

How can public transport travellers find out about the changes?

• From around mid-August, it should be possible to check connections in the online timetable for the period 21-29 September 2024.
• All details about the changes to public transport can be found on the ZVV website. Please also note the information provided by VBZ on site during the World Cycling Championships.
• To plan your journey, we recommend that you consult the online timetable on vbz.ch, zvv.ch or in the ZVV app shortly beforehand. The online timetable will be updated at least six weeks before the start of the World Cycling Championships.
  
  

Non-motorised traffic
How and where can pedestrians and cyclists cross the route?

• Managed crossing points have been planned for pedestrians and cyclists at various locations.
• If the course of the race allows it, they can cross the race route in an organised manner, e.g. after passing the field in the road race.
• Pedestrians and cyclists are responsible for crossing at points that are not secured
• Please pay attention to the course of the race and follow the instructions of the course safety team. Please note that there may be delays depending on the course of the race.
• Cycling is the best means of transport for travelling in and around Zurich during the race days. When crossing the race course, you must dismount and use the crossing points for pedestrians.

Daily life

Can I go shopping normally?

This depends on the local conditions. Avoid unnecessary journeys and, if possible, travel outside the event times. Whenever possible, leave your car at home and use alternative means of transport, such as your bike. You can use the canton's GIS browser to check how best to get to your destination. Shopping facilities are available. Access routes are sometimes restricted during road closures. Your municipality may provide additional information on its website.

Will I receive my mail?

Yes, mail distribution is guaranteed. There may be time delays. Swiss Post may provide additional information on its website.

Is the rubbish collected as usual?

This depends on the local conditions. The waste disposal calendar may be adjusted during the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich. Your municipality may provide additional information on its website.

Schools
How can pupils and teachers reach the school during the major event?

• Pupils travelling on foot or by bike can also cross the race course at various crossing points during the races (depending on the course of the race).
• Commuter trains and the Forch railway are not restricted.
• The bus connections in the individual municipalities and areas have been revised and adapted as part of the transport measures.
• The adjusted timetables will be communicated via the existing public transport platforms.
• Ongoing consultations are being held with Kapo, LOK and the municipalities for schools in the canton that are particularly affected.
  
  

Camping

Is there an official campsite or pitch for campers?
Yes, you can find more information here.

Is (wild) camping permitted for cycling fans in the municipalities?
Basically: Wild camping is prohibited in Switzerland.

Where can I find the raceroutes?

The routes of the UCI Cycling and Para-Cycling Road World Championships Zurich 2024 can be found at https://zurich2024.com/en/racecourses/.

Is the race programme already known? For example, when does the men's elite road race take place?

The race programme can be found at https://zurich2024.com/en/sport-competition-schedule/. The men's elite race will conclude the World Championships on Sunday 29 September.

Are the times of the individual races already known?

Yes, the race programme can be found at https://zurich2024.com/en/sport-competition-schedule/.

I have questions about the Public Races. Where can I find answers?

There is detailed information on the respective public races with an FAQ at the end:

Charity Ride

Legends Race

City Race

OVERVIEW FACTS & FIGURES

When will the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich take place?

The 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich will take place from Saturday, 21 September to Sunday, 29 September 2024.

Are the para-cyclists at the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships Zurich really included and integrated?

Yes, Zurich 2024 is a historic sporting première because all the races will be held in the same period and at the same venues. Depending on the category and strength class, some of the para-cyclists will compete on the same routes as the regular athletes. All riders will cross the same finish line at Sechseläutenplatz.

Is the race programme already known? For example, when does the men's elite road race take place?

The race programme can be found at https://zurich2024.com/en/sport-competition-schedule/. The Men Elite road race will conclude the UCI World Championships on Sunday 29 September.

Are the times of the individual races already known?

Yes, the race programme can be found at https://zurich2024.com/en/sport-competition-schedule/.

How many races are there?

A total of 53 races will be held, 11 races for non-para athletes and 42 para-cycling races.

How many UCI World Championship titles will be awarded?

66 - 13 for the able body athletes and 53 for the para-cyclists.

Where does the difference between the number of races (53) and the number of world championship titles awarded (66) come from?

In individual races, especially in para-cycling, but also in the able body athletes' races, several categories will be competing at the same time. UCI World Championship titles will be awarded in each category and division. You can compare this to the weight classes in boxing. This takes into account the different levels of disability and ensures that the races are as fair and exciting as possible.

How many races are there per day?

The number of races per day varies. More detailed information can be found at https://zurich2024.com/en/sport-competition-schedule/.

In how many venues will the 2024 UCI Road and Para-Cycling Road World Championships take place?

5 Venues: Zürich, Zürich-Oerlikon, Uster, Gossau ZH, Winterthur

How many fanzones will there be?

5 fanzones: Sechseläutenplatz, Bürkliplatz, General-Guisan-Quai, Münsterhof, Limmatquai

How many volunteers will be helping?

About 1,500 volunteers are expected to support the event.

How many riders will participate?

1,300 riders from more than 75 countries, including some 300 para-cyclists.

In which categories races will be held?

Men Elite, Men U23, Men Juniors, Women Elite, Women U23, Women Juniors, Para-cycling Men and Women.

In which disciplines races will be held?

Individual Time Trials, Road Races, Mixed Team Relays

On which racecourses the races will be held?

Circuits: City Circuit, Lakeside Circuit, Seefeld Circuit

Will there also be public races?

Yes, a Charity Ride, a Legends Race (ITT) and a City Race.

How many media are expected to attend?

300 media representatives – print media, photographers, tv and radio broadcasters, digital editors.

Television

TV production: Some 50 camera positions and angles, including drones.

Global cumulative television audience of 300 to 350 million over nine days

Live broadcasting of all non- para and para-cycling races, the latter ones via streaming on EBU Digital Sports platform. Please check www.zurich2024.com for links and updates.

How sustainable are the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships?

100% reusable crockery in the Sechseläutenplatz fan zone

100% use of renewable electricity (City of Zurich area)

How big is the fleet of accompanying cars? How many are electric vehicles?

The fleet has some 150 cars, including 80 Kia Sportage and 55 Kia EV6 and Kia EV9 electric vehicles, making up for 33.3 % of cars used to accompany the races.

Will vegetarian and vegan food be served?

Yes. The restaurant company tibits will be an Official Supplier of the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships in Zurich, Switzerland. The declared aim is for 75 per cent of the culinary offerings to be vegetarian or vegan.

Will there be secured bike parks?

Yes, there will be three secured bike parks “powered by ABUS in the central fan zones Münsterhof, Limmatquai and General-Guisan-Quai.

How many spectators are expected?

An estimated 850,000 to 1,000,000 million spectators over nine days

Are the fanzones and other areas barrier-free accessible?

Yes. All information can be found in our barrier-free accessibility section.

Accessibility data for more than 70 locations were recorded using the ginto app, including restaurants, pharmacies, stores, hotels, tram and bus stops and public toilets. Data will be available free of charge to all participants and visitors of the event as well as the population of Zurich – also beyond the 2024 World Championships.

We will have 4 Hosted Areas with amenities for persons with impairements: “FINISH LINE”, “FAN ZONE” and “RELAX ZONE” at the Sechseläutenplatz plus “ACTIVE ZONE” at the Bürkliplatz

We worked with a sounding board with 5 people with different disabilities to assess needs of persons with disabilities.