Plateau du Herrenberg, Diekirch, Luxembourg 22.11.2025
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Military Cyclo-cross World Championship in Luxembourg
Here is a breakdown of the relevant historical information:
1. General Cyclo-cross in Luxembourg
Luxembourg has a significant history with the sport, having hosted the UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships several times:
- 1951
- 1956
- 1962
- 1968
- 2017 (in Belvaux)
2. Recent Military Cyclo-cross Events in Luxembourg
While information on a full “Military World Championship” in cyclocross is not immediately available, there is evidence of military cyclocross events recently organized by the Luxembourgish Army, often in collaboration with the Conseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM):
- “1er grand prix de l’armée” (1st Army Grand Prix) of interregional cyclocross (CISM):
- This event took place on November 18, 2023, at the Herrenberg plateau in Diekirch.
- It was noted as a great success with over 130 participants in five categories, and the communication suggested it would “probably not be the last.”
In summary, while Luxembourg has a rich history of hosting major international cyclocross championships and the sport itself has military origins, the specific event “CYCLOCROSS: Championnat du Monde Militaire Luxembourg” might refer to a particular edition of the CISM (International Military Sports Council) championship or a newer, high-profile military-organized race like the 2023 “Grand Prix de l’Armée.”
