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104th TOUR OF FLANDERS Sunday 5 April 2020 Last year, spectators of the Tour of Flanders, which celebrated its 103rd anniversary, were treated to yet another epic race. For the thirdtime in the Tour’s history, the start took place in the heart of Antwerp’s mag- nificent historic city centre. The race itself proved to be an absolutely thrilling experience, with hundreds of thousands of fans lining Flemish roads and a memorable grand finale. Thanks to Marta Bastianelli’s convin- cing sprint and Alberto Bettiol’s daring feat, Italy was on top during the cycling festival in Oudenaarde. The 104rd edition of “Flanders’ Finest” will undoubtedly continue the tradition of offering a spectacle like no other. Antwerp will once again be the epicentre of the cycling world for a day. Meanwhile, the Paterberg- Oude Kwaremont tandem impatiently awaits the arrival of the gladiators on their bicycles while the city of Oudenaarde is already gearing up for an epic climax. Cyclists and cycling fans from all corners of the world will spend months looking forward to Sunday 5 April. Because on this day, an entire nation is roused by this thrilling cycling race. And you can be there too. Our VIP arrangements give you the chance to watch the race all day long. Whether you choose the start in Antwerp, one of the legendary cobbled climbs in the Flemish Ardennes or the finish in Oudenaarde. Flanders Classics is organising a varied VIP programme for the 104rd Tour of Flanders. Choose the perfect arrangement for you, let yourself be immersed in our passion for cycling and enjoy a front row view of it all. photo cover: © kramon cover: photo © Sigfrid Eggers arrangement 1 VIP BREAKFAST “START” ANTWERP LOCATION: Antwerp PROGRAMME: TIMING: From 7.30 a.m. until 10.15 a.m.* FOOD & DRINKS Enjoy a delicious VIP breakfast in Antwerp • A lavish VIP breakfast buffet and enjoy a front row view of the start of the Tour of Flanders. VIP ZONE • Welcome provided by our hostesses Antwerp, that historical gem on the banks of • VIP breakfast on the at the Hilton hotel the River Scheldt, is hosting the start of the • Access to the team zone and to the VIP zone, which Tour of Flanders for the fourth year running. extends to the start stage in Grote Markt The heroic gladiators will cycle along the yel- low carpet and up onto the start stage, cheered PARKING on by the crowd in the Grote Markt. Watch • 1 VIP parking per 2 persons the cyclists as they prepare for this heroic • Shuttle service battle, from the comfort of our VIP zone. In the meantime, the riders warm up in the team EXTRA zone and you can inspect the shiny bicycles and • Free race newspaper the legs of the race favourites from just a few metres away. In the distance, you can hear the bells of the Cathedral of our Lady toll the hour, while everyone waits, with bated breath, near Het Steen Castle. But it is you who will enjoy a privileged front row view when the riders barrel HOSPITALITY onto the roads of Flanders after the official shouts “Heeren vertrekt!” (Gentlemen, be on your way!) PRICE: €95 p.p. excl. VAT RONDE VAN VLAANDEREN 2019 VAN RONDE * A detailed timing will be sent to you with your ticket © photonews arrangement 2 VIP CAR “START TO FINISH” LOCATION: The circuit PROGRAMME: TIMING: From 7 a.m. until 6 p.m.* FOOD & DRINKS Invite your business contacts for an exclusive • A lavish VIP breakfast buffet day out during the Tour of Flanders, and • Champagne and a tasty XXL packed lunch follow the race with them, in an official • Prestigious reception in the town hall of Oudenaarde Flanders Classics support vehicle. after the race Are you looking for the ultimate race expe- VIP ZONE rience, allowing you to witness all the action • Welcome provided by our hostesses from the heart of the race? Then choose a seat • VIP breakfast start Antwerp in one of our VIP cars. Your guarantee for an • Access to the team zone and to the VIP zone, which amazing day, jam-packed with heroics and extends to the start stage in Grote Markt plenty of action. Let your eyes feast on the spec- • Seat in an official Flanders Classics support vehicle tacle at the Grote Markt in Antwerp, and feel • Accompanied by an ex-professional racer how concentrated and intense the racers are as • Arrival of the Elite Men’s race, which you can exclusively they wait in the team zone. A former profes- witness from the VIP zone sional cyclist will be your guide for the day in the support vehicle, as you charge on with the PARKING Tour convoy. See the hundreds of thousands of • Departure with your VIP car from an agreed location passionate fans that line the circuit and enjoy • After the race, the VIP car will take you back to your the unique atmosphere of “Flanders’ Finest” pick-up point from morning until evening. We promise you an HOSPITALITY unforgettable experience. EXTRA • Free race newspaper • TV screen in the car PRICE: €4,000 excl. VAT (All-in, car for 3 guests) RONDE VAN VLAANDEREN 2019 VAN RONDE * A detailed timing will be sent to you with your ticket arrangement 3 VIP COACH “START TO FINISH” LOCATION: The circuit PROGRAMME: TIMING: From 7 a.m. until 6 p.m.* FOOD & DRINKS The “Start to Finish” VIP coach offers an • A lavish VIP breakfast buffet extensive day-long programme so you can • A tasty XXL packed lunch enjoy the Tour of Flanders from start to • Lavish reception and open bar finish. VIP ZONE Are you looking for an exceptional way to expe- • Welcome provided by our hostesses rience the Tour of Flanders but not sure which • VIP breakfast start Antwerp arrangement will suit you best? Why don’t • Access to the team zone and to the VIP zone, which you choose an amazing all-in arrangement? extends to the start stage in Grote Markt Hop on board a VIP coach and experience this • Accompanied by an ex-professional racer unmatched cycling spectacular, with hundreds • Arrival of the Elite Men’s race, which you can exclusively of thousands of spectators lining the circuit, witness from the VIP stands from the start in Antwerp to the finish in Oudenaarde! Witness the concentration on the PARKING faces of the world’s best cyclists in Grote Markt • Departure with your VIP coach from an agreed location in Antwerp! Smell the sweat of the exhausted • After the race, the VIP coach will take you back to the racers as you stop several times along the cir- pick-up point cuit and experience the winner’s unbridled joy upon crossing the finish line in Oudenaarde. EXTRA • Free race newspaper • TV screen in the coach HOSPITALITY PRICE: €395 p.p. excl. VAT (Minimum 2 guests) RONDE VAN VLAANDEREN 2019 VAN RONDE * A detailed timing will be sent to you with your ticket © photonews arrangement 4 3X OUDE KWAREMONT LOCATION: Oude Kwaremont PROGRAMME: TIMING: From 9.15 a.m. until 6 p.m.* FOOD & DRINKS Choose this thrilling arrangement, which • Reception with champagne and appetisers puts you squarely in the centre of the race, • Refined lunch and non-stop open bar with a unique view of the cobblestones of • Lavish reception Oude Kwaremont. VIP ZONE The pack rumbles over Oude Kwaremont three • Welcome provided by our hostesses times during “Flanders’ Finest”. This is the • Access to the VIP village on Oude Kwaremont hill where only the best can make a difference. • Personalised tables with seating for all your guests This year, Flanders Classics has a number of • Terrace along the cobbles, with a perfect view of the race tricks up its sleeve for this decisive section of circuit the circuit. We will once again be setting up • 1x live passage of the Elite Women’s race a VIP village right on the summit of the Oude • 3x live passage of the Elite Men’s race Kwaremont. It will be as welcoming as it is • Dazzling entertainment after the race exciting. You will be served culinary treats throughout the day, with plenty of entertain- PARKING ment put on, and get to watch plenty of this epic • 1 VIP parking per 2 persons race. You will have a front row seat, not once, • Shuttle service not twice, but three times, as the cyclists pass through and you can witness the blood, sweat EXTRA and tears on their faces. A live experience you • Free race newspaper HOSPITALITY don’t want to miss. • Live TV broadcast on big screens PRICE: €330 p.p. excl. VAT (Minimum 4 guests) RONDE VAN VLAANDEREN 2019 VAN RONDE * A detailed timing will be sent to you with your ticket arrangement 5 3X OUDE KWAREMONT PRIVATE BOX LOCATION: Oude Kwaremont PROGRAMME: TIMING: From 9.15 a.m. until 6 p.m.* FOOD & DRINKS If you wish to attend the Tour of Flanders • Reception with champagne and appetisers with 50 (or more) guests, then why not • Refined lunch and non-stop open bar reserve your own exclusive and personalised • Lavish reception private box, in a premium location in the VIP village on Oude Kwaremont? VIP ZONE • Welcome provided by our hostesses The hills that decide which cyclist will win or • Exclusive and personalised private box in the VIP village lose the race loom up near the finish line, in on Oude Kwaremont the heart of that holiest of places, the Flemish • Seating for all your guests Ardennes. The favourites more often than not • Private terrace along the cobblestones, with a direct view stumble on Oude Kwaremont or charge on of the circuit bravely towards their place in the history books • 1x live passage of the Elite Women’s race during this legendary climb.
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