Laoshan Velodrome

The Laoshan Velodrome is located in the Eastern part of Beijing in the Shi Jing Shan district. Occupying a land surface of 32,920 sq m, it is used for the track cycling event for the Beijing 2008 Olympic and Paralympics Games. The three-story building is 33.8m tall, capable of seating 6,000, including 3,000 temporary seats. After the games, it will be used for the training base of Chinese teams and the training base in Asia of Union Cyclist International.

The Laoshan Velodrome is designed by SCHRMANN ARCHITECTS from Germany. It began to be built on Oct. 30, 2004. The velodrome itself reflects cycling already in its shape and circular form. The roof construction is based on the spoken front wheel of a racing bicycle. From the central hub steel cable "spokes" lead to the outside rim and support a translucent membrane roof cover. The Olympic cycle track (250 m circumference) is constructed from wood and will allow fast performance times for the athletes. The proportion of the track will be sprint orientated in order to allow for exiting competitions. Long distance disciplines will have equally favourite conditions.