Al Qudra Saturday century

Route overview

At 47.6 km and 62 m of climbing, this suits newer riders and anyone wanting a flat, steady spin.

A flat 47.6 km loop from Dubai with just 62 m of climbing, passing Mugatrah at the halfway point.

The loop runs for 47.6 km with only 62 m of ascent, so the profile stays close to level throughout. The first section carries the gentlest of rises to the route's high point of 143 m at 8.1 km, and 43% of the day's total climbing is done in the first half. From there the road tips slowly downwards, reaching the lowest point of the ride at 94 m after 29.4 km. Shortly afterwards, at 31.7 km, the route passes within 600 m of the suburb of Mugatrah, the only settlement listed on the circuit. The closing stretch returns towards Dubai with no significant change in height. Spicy Village Restaurant and a drinking water point sit together at 46.3 km, just over a kilometre from the finish, making them the natural place to stop before closing the loop.

Highlights

• High point of 143 m reached early, at 8.1 km
• Passes the suburb of Mugatrah at 31.7 km
• Only 62 m of climbing across the whole 47.6 km loop
• Restaurant and drinking water at 46.3 km

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Loop

Riding time

1½–2 hours riding

Know before you go

• No water or food listed until 46.3 km, near the very end
• Recorded at 25°C in April; heat is a factor on an exposed loop

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.