The 46th Cape Town Cycle Tour took place in glorious sunshine with thousands of cyclists enjoying the 109km and 42km routes around the peninsula. Below are just some of our favourite photos taken by the world-class photographers along the route.

The Grand Parade was electric as riders gathered to begin their 109km and 42km journey around our beautiful City. Photo by Barbara Cole

Tandem fun. Photo by Chris Hitchcock

The trek up Chappies.  Photo Sam Clark

An eclectic mix of spectators lined the route. Photo Nic Bothma

At least he didn’t go thirsty. Photo Sam Clark

The second edition of the 42km Cape Town Cycle Tour took riders from the Grand Parade out and back along the M3 to the new finish in Riebeek Street. Photo: Chris Hitchcock

Half the fun is dresing up. Photo by Chris Hitchcock

Congratulations to Josiah Littlehales and Alice Beardmore-Gray who shared a special moment at the top of Chappies. Photo: @barbaracolephotography

The final descent into Camps Bay. The finish line is calling. Photo Sam Clark

Premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde gives his ride a thumbs up. Photo by @mikerosephoto

Finish line smiles. Photo by @mikerosephoto

Post-race festivities. Congratulations all! Photo by @mikerosephoto

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