A Femmes first.
In 2027, Great Britain will host Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift for the first time in a route that echoes 2014’s unforgettable Grand Départ.Starting in Leeds and crossing the Pennines twice, the route will take in some of the North’s most vibrant cities and challenging climbs before ending with a route through the heart of London.
It’s the first time Tour de France and Tour de France avec Zwift will take place in the same country outside France in the same year.
- Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift
Key dates
Stage 1 - Leeds > Manchester - 30 July
Tour de France avec Zwift departs from Leeds with the peloton heading towards Manchester. It will be the first time Britain has hosted the race.
Stage 2 - Manchester > Sheffield - 31 July
The race resumes on Deansgate in Manchester as the world's best riders head to Sheffield.
Stage 3 - London > 1 August
A landmark team time trial will race past some of London's most recognisable locations. Full details will be confirmed later in 2026.
Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift
Since 2022, the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift has seen the best women’s cyclists battle for the iconic yellow jersey. In 2027, the Tour will visit Great Britain for a series of firsts. In addition to the first edition on British soil, it’s also the first time both Grand Départs will leave from the same country outside of France and will end with a first team time trialon the streets of London.
With the route taking in vibrant cities and stunning scenery, the 2027 Grand Départ is anticipated to be the most attended women’s sporting event ever staged in Britain.
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