The Cauberg is a hill in Valkenburg aan de Geul, a town in the southern part of the Netherlands. The hill played an important role in the early development of tourism in Valkenburg. Today, several major tourist attractions are situated on or nearby Cauberg. The hill's fame is mainly due to the many cycling races and championships that were held here.
The first part of the word Cauberg may be derived from the Celtic word kadeir, meaning 'height' or 'hill'. Berg is a Germanic word meaning 'hill' or 'mount' as well. Perhaps the family names 'Cauberghs' and 'Van Caldenborgh' are related to Cauberg. Previously the name of the hill was also spelled 'Couberg'.
The foot of Cauberg hill is situated almost in the center of Valkenburg, outside the medieval city gate of Grendelpoort.
The Amstel Gold Race has had its finish on Cauberg since 2003. The race often finishes with an uphill sprint of a small group of cyclists on Cauberg. This happens after competitors have already climbed Cauberg twice.