Sharjah to Dibba Al-Fujairah

Route overview

Riders prepared for a long distance with moderate climbing spread mainly in the second half.

A 165.5km point-to-point ride from Sharjah to Dibba Al-Fujairah across the Hajar Mountains with 852m climbing.

Starting in Sharjah, the route passes through suburbs including Al Mamzar, Al Nahda, then the cluster of Al Khan, Al Khalidiyah and Al Layyah within the first 12km. Elevation fluctuates around 200-500m through Al Majaz to Oud Al Muteena at 29.3km. The terrain falls to 5m near 18.2km, marking the course's lowest point. After the 50km mark, the route progresses through villages and towns such as Qatah, Sha'biyyat as Rashidiyyah and Wishāh. The middle section features gentle climbs starting at 101.5km with 2.1km rising 57m at a max gradient of 4.7%, continuing with steeper climbs peaking at 7.1% within 117.1km to 121.7km. Elevation reaches its highest point of 598m at 130.1km near Shis. From there, the path descends and goes past Khor Fakkan and reaches the finish near Al Aqqah at 161.4km, descending close to 75m. The ride overall has steady gain distributed with 22% in the first half.

Highlights

• Highest point at 598m near Shis at 130km
• Climbs up to 7.1% gradient between 117km and 122km
• Passes multiple suburbs of Sharjah early in the route
• Lowest elevation 5m near 18km from start

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

6–8½ hours riding

Season

March with temperature around 23°C.

Know before you go

• Steepest gradient 7.1% may challenge some riders
• Longest climb 4.6km between 117km and 122km
• No water or café service details after 18km approximately

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