Bike race: 1st Bocholt Night
Cycling for everyone plus professional race on 9 August 2025 in the city centre
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Be part of the 1st Bocholt Night p/b Ostermann - a cycling spectacle in the middle of Bocholt's city centre!
On 9 August 2025, the RC77 will transform Bocholt's old town into an exciting racing arena - and you can be right in the middle of it, whether as a rider, spectator or supporter! The 1st Bocholt Night p/b Ostermann brings cycling at the highest level right into the heart of the city centre. An evening full of action, emotion and a real racing atmosphere awaits you!
Stars of the cycling scene
These professionals are competing:
- Phil Bauhaus
- Jonas Rutsch
- Campo Schmitz
- Nikias Arndt
... and many more
Route
The start/finish is on Königstraße, on the market square in front of the historic town hall.
The race route continues across St-Georg-Platz to Schanze, where it then turns left into Südwall . Turn left into Osterstraße and continue over the south wall to the multi-storey car park, then right into Boesstiege and left again onto Königstraße to the market square.
One lap is 1.2 kilometres long.
Programme overview
17:00 - Children's race (born 2015-2018)
This is where young riders take off: Two laps (2.4 kilometres) of pure riding fun for children aged between 7 and 10 - in safe conditions and with lots of applause from the spectator stands. 2 laps of 2.4 kilometres each.
"First step" race (born 2019-2021)
The little ones set off on a short lap (1.2 kilometres) with great enthusiasm. The focus here is not on placing, but on the first feeling of racing and the fun of taking part.
17:30 - Licence race for pupils U15, 20 laps
Young talents from the region and beyond compete over 20 fast laps (24 kilometres). Here you can see how young cyclists fight for every metre.
18:15 - Hobby race for adults (aged 18 and over)
Amateur athletes take to the course over 30 laps (36 kilometres) - through the middle of the old town, past cheering spectators.
19:15 - Rider presentation on the stage
Now it's getting personal: the evening's pros are introduced. Experience the stars of the scene up close - with background information, interviews and a real foretaste of the grand finale.
19:45 - Start of the pro race (50 laps | 60 km)
This is where speed meets tactics: look forward to a high-calibre field with top riders from all over Germany. 60 kilometres on a challenging city circuit - thrilling cycling at top level guaranteed!
An event you shouldn't miss!
The 1st Bocholt Night is more than just a race. You can expect an all-round atmospheric event with a DJ, stage and completely closed-off route. The historic backdrop of Bocholt's old town provides a special flair - whether you're on your bike or enjoying the spectacle at the side of the track.
Bring your family, friends and acquaintances - the atmosphere, catering and entertainment will be provided. Cycling you can touch, experience and cheer on - right in the centre of Bocholt!
Text and source: RC 77 Bocholt