Tortosa to Host Rider 1000 Motorcycle Event with Over 2,000 Participants

The international non-competitive event returns to the Ebro region on May 23rd with a major economic impact.

Generic image of motorcycles prepared for a tourist route in front of an exhibition pavilion.
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Generic image of motorcycles prepared for a tourist route in front of an exhibition pavilion.

The Tortosa City Council has announced the return of the Rider 1000 motorcycle event on May 23rd, an international non-competitive gathering that has already secured 2,000 participants.

Organized by Motoclub Manresa, the 14th edition will use the Remolins Trade Fair Pavilion as its headquarters. This year's event features a blue theme as a tribute to the Ebro River and coincides with the club's 80th anniversary.
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"From our city, different routes will allow participants to explore the Terres de l'Ebre and neighboring territories, positioning Tortosa as a tourist destination."

Mar Lleixà · Mayor of Tortosa
The event offers four distances: Rider 1000, 700, 500, and 300 kilometers. Routes will cross the Terres de l'Ebre towards Aragon, Castilla-La Mancha, and the Valencian Community, featuring a new double starting podium to improve flow.
Local authorities expect a significant economic boost, following the 2022 edition which generated over one million euros. Hotels in Tortosa are already reporting nearly full occupancy for the dates surrounding the event.