2025 Tour de France rumours ahead of the big reveal on October 29th

The 2025 Tour de France is gearing up to be a jaw dropping spectacle! Here’s what’s got everyone buzzing!

Grand Depart in Hauts-de-France: This exciting kickoff in Hauts-de-France promises a sprint finish in Lille—think speed, adrenaline, and a mad dash for the first yellow jersey!

Epic Climbs: Brace yourself for Mont Ventoux and the Col de la Loze. These legendary ascents will test the limits of the riders, offering breathtaking views and heart-stopping action.

First Week Thrills: The race will ignite with an explosive hilly finish in Boulogne-sur-Mer, reminiscent of Peter Sagan's electrifying victory in 2012. A time trial in Caen adds a thrilling twist to the early stages.

Pyrenees Showdown: Three brutal days in the Pyrenees, featuring a mountain time trial in Peyragudes. Picture an epic battle at the altiport, where legends have both risen and fallen!

Alpine Adventures: The final week charges into the Alps with iconic climbs like Mont Ventoux and Col de la Loze. Expect drama, agony, and triumph as the riders tackle these colossal mountains.

Wind and Tactics: Flat stages in Carcassonne and Montpellier will test the peloton’s strategic prowess. The wind here can be a game-changer, blowing the race wide open.

Spectacular Finishes: With potential summit finishes at Superbagneres, Alpe d'Huez, and La Plagne, the race promises unforgettable moments. Picture the suspense, the last-ditch attacks, and the ultimate battles for the yellow jersey.

This year’s route is shaping up to be one for the ages, packed with legendary climbs, historic stages, and edge-of-your-seat excitement.

Here’s what we we know!

The 112th edition of the Tour de France starts in Lille in the Nord department on the 5th July 2025.

The first stage is a flat loop around Lille which will favor the sprinters. The second stage will see the peloton travel east to west between Lauwin-Planque and Boulogne-sur-Mer on a hilly stage.

The third stage starts in Valenciennes, which makes its return to the route of the Tour after a 34-year absence. Dunkirk, which hosted the Grand Départ in 2001 as well as a stage start on the Tour in 2022 will be welcoming the finish of the third stage.

Lastly, the start in Amiens will be the last opportunity to thank the inhabitants of the Hauts-de-France region.

Mark your calendars for Tuesday October 29, 2024, when the 2025 Tour de France routes will be unveiled live.

The 2025 L'Etape du Tour, typically one of the toughest mountain stages ridden by over 15,000 amateur cyclists will also be revealed, with registration opening on Thursday October 31st.