Liège–Bastogne–Liège (Belgium) Nicknamed “La Doyenne” (The Old Lady), Liège–Bastogne–Liège is the oldest of cycling’s Monuments, first raced in 1892. Held in the hilly Ardennes region of Belgium, it’s a grueling test of climbing strength and cold-weather resilience—often run in snow or rain. Covering 250+ kilometers with dozens of steep, forested climbs like La Redoute and the Côte de la Roche-aux-Faucons, it favors puncheurs and climbers with diesel engines. Eddy Merckx holds the record with five wins; modern greats like Alejandro Valverde and Julian Alaphilippe have added to its prestige. Unlike cobbled classics, Liège rewards sustained power over repeated ascents. Its somber, rugged beauty reflects the region’s industrial soul. To win here is to prove you’re not just fast—but enduring, intelligent, and unbreakable in adversity.
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