Get ready, cycling fans! 🚴♂️ The 90th edition of the Vuelta a España was unveiled in Madrid this Thursday, and it's bringing some exciting twists! For the first time ever, the Vuelta will kick off in the picturesque Italian region of Piedmont on August 23, 2025. 🇮🇹✨
Imagine starting a grand tour with the majestic Alps as your backdrop! 🏔️ The first three stages will showcase Italy's stunning landscapes before the race returns to its Spanish roots. This marks only the sixth time the Vuelta begins outside of Spain, following last year's start in Portugal and previous launches in the Netherlands and Belgium. Oh, and mark your calendars—the 2026 edition is set to start in glitzy Monaco! 🏖️
The opening stage will see riders zooming from Turin to Novara over 183 kilometers, tackling the epic climb over the Bienca-Tomalino Pass. Talk about starting with a bang! 💥 Stage two promises thrills as cyclists pedal 157 kilometers from Alba to Limone Piemonte, facing the race's first summit finish. Can you say leg burner? 🔥 The Italian adventure wraps up with a 139-kilometer ride from San Maurizio Canavese to Ceres, featuring a challenging ascent over the Issiglio Pass. And fun fact: Turin also hosted the finish of the third stage of the 2024 Tour de France! 🏆
This Italian kickoff is set to make the 2025 Vuelta a España an unforgettable ride. Whether you're a die-hard cycling enthusiast or just love epic adventures, this is one race you won't want to miss! 🌟
Reference(s):
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