Retro Ronde

Retro Ronde is a vintage cycling event held in Oudenaarde, Belgium, on the last Sunday of March. Participants are encouraged to use vintage bicycles and dress accordingly, with the day focused on the cycling atmosphere of the 1960s and 1970s instead of modern race technology. It is designed for those who appreciate cycling history as much as speed, emphasizing the enjoyment of completing the route through personal effort over stopwatch times. The ride crosses the Flemish Ardennes, the hilly cycling region near Oudenaarde central to the Tour of Flanders narrative. Cycling enthusiasts attend, as do individuals attracted to vintage bikes, classic jerseys, and the aesthetics and customs of a past era. The event's appeal lies in its focus on amateur enthusiasm: the effort and the finish are significant, but the vintage bicycles and shared nostalgia define Retro Ronde.