Lorient Agglomeration - Ceratizit 2025: A reference to the scheduled year for the Ceratizit tournament, set to take place in the Lorient region.
Classic Lorient Agglomeration - Ceratizit Sets New Distance Record in its 24th Edition
The Classic Lorient Agglomeration - Ceratizit, a renowned women's road race, is gearing up for its 24th edition on August 30, 2025. This year, the event will cover a distance of 165.3km, marking the longest distance in its 24-year history [2].
The race, which is part of the 4 Days CIC of Plouay and the Women's WorldTour, will lead cyclists on a challenging course through the Lorient Agglomeration, featuring approximately 2,315 meters of elevation gain [2].
The route, which has undergone seven name changes, begins and ends in Plouay, France. It takes a serpentine course to the south before turning east. The finish circuit is also located in Plouay [1]. The race will return to Plouay for two laps of a 11.7km finish circuit.
The only climb on the final circuit is the Côte du Lézot. With an average gradient of 5% across 900 metres and one section at 14%, this climb promises to test the endurance and climbing skills of the competitors [1]. There are just 4.3km between the Côte du Lézot and the conclusion of the race on the second pass.
The event has a rich history, with the current record for the most wins being held by Lizzie Deignan, who has secured three victories between 2015 and 2020 [1]. The 2024 winner was Mischa Bredewold (SD Worx-Protime) [1].
This year's Classic Lorient Agglomeration - Ceratizit will include five categorised climbs, making it a challenging event for the participating cyclists [1]. With its extended distance and significant climbs, the 2025 edition is set to be an exciting addition to the Women's WorldTour calendar.
[1] - Information gathered from various sources [2] - Information provided by the official race organisers
The 165.3km distance of the 24th edition of Classic Lorient Agglomeration - Ceratizit, being the longest in its history, underscores the challenging nature of this year's sports event. The race, featuring numerous categorised climbs, promises to test the endurance and climbing skills of the competitors, making it an exciting addition to the Women's WorldTour calendar.
