KNWU

KNWU stands for Koninklijke Nederlandsche Wielren Unie, the national governing body for cycling in the Netherlands. It is responsible for the governance, development, licensing, and regulation of competitive cycling across all disciplines, including road racing, track cycling, cyclo-cross, mountain biking, and BMX. The organization coordinates with regional associations and clubs to manage calendars, licenses, race permits, rules compliance, and safety standards, and it oversees the administration of national championships and national rankings. It also selects and manages the Netherlands’ national teams for international competition.

KNWU is a member federation of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and of NOC*NSF, the Dutch Olympic Committee and Sports Federation. Through these affiliations, it implements international rules, anti-doping policies, and competition guidelines, and represents Dutch cycling in international forums. The federation supports youth and grassroots development, coaches, officials, and event organizers, and it works on safety and road-user education as part of its broader mission to promote cycling.

Governance is conducted by a board elected by member clubs, with committees and commissions specializing in disciplines, events, licensing, development, and governance. KNWU collaborates with municipalities, cycling clubs, sponsors, and media to promote the sport and preserve Dutch cycling heritage. The organization provides regulations, results, and guidance through its official channels and works to grow participation and performance at both national and international levels.