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More Shuttle Buses Next Year for Tour of Flanders Exit from Kwaremont to Prevent New Chaos

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Tour of Flanders cycling race will provide more shuttle buses next year to prevent chaos.
  • Organizers are hiring additional buses from private companies because De Lijn lacks sufficient capacity.
  • Last year's event saw chaos due to too many spectators for the available buses, leading to numerous complaints.

Organizers of the Tour of Flanders cycling race plan to deploy more shuttle buses next year to manage the exodus from Kwaremont, aiming to prevent a repeat of last year's chaos. The public transport company De Lijn does not have enough buses to meet the demand for spectator transportation.

An evaluation of the recent race revealed that the number of spectators far exceeded the capacity of the available shuttle buses. This imbalance led to significant disorder and long waits for fans trying to leave the venue. Social media platforms were flooded with complaints from attendees who experienced the disarray.

To address these issues, race organizers will charter additional buses from private companies. This move is intended to ensure a smoother and more organized departure for the thousands of fans who flock to Kwaremont for the iconic cycling event. The goal is to enhance the overall spectator experience by improving logistical efficiency.

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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.