La Flèche Wallonne and Huy: 40 years of shared history. The romance between Huy and cycling began in August 1869 with an event during the city’s annual fair. A velodrome was built there in 1919, ahead of La Flèche Wallonne passing through Huy for the first time in 1936. Huy became a finish city in 1983, with the finishing line on Quai d’Arona, on the banks of the Meuse. The «Mur de Huy», which will forever be a focal point for the Ardennes Classics, was the La Flèche Wallonne finish for the first time in 1985, and has been ever since. What’s more, the Women’s race also went on to set up base there from 1998. While the inhabitants of Huy are proud to host this event every year, the Tour de France has also passed through the city on several occasions: in 1995, 2001, 2006 and 2015. These were memorable editions for the people of Huy, who are always looking forward to hosting others. In 2025, La Flèche Wallonne is offering a new opportunity for cycling enthusiasts, as well as all those who love to join in with the sporting buzz, to experience the magic of this event. The three laps by the male riders and the two laps by the women’s peloton will provide many opportunities to feel the passion, determination and effort deployed to conquer the legendary Mur de Huy, with its 900 metres of elevation gain. Huy therefore continues to join in this true celebration of cycling, year after year. La Flèche Wallonne in Huy is more than just a race, it’s living history, filled with pride!