The Tour de France 2028 will officially begin in Reims, with organisers confirming the historic Champagne city as the host of the race’s Grand Départ.
The opening stage will showcase the Champagne region, bringing the world’s biggest cycling race to one of France’s most internationally recognised destinations.
Reims To Host Opening Stage
Tour organisers said the 2028 edition of the race will start in Reims, marking a major sporting and tourism moment for the city and the wider Champagne region.
The opening stage is expected to highlight the area’s vineyards, historic landmarks, and rolling countryside as riders begin the three-week competition.
Champagne Region Gains Global Spotlight
The Grand Départ is expected to deliver major international exposure for Reims and the Champagne region, attracting cycling fans, tourists, broadcasters, and global media attention.
Local officials said hosting the start of the Tour de France would provide a significant economic boost for hotels, restaurants, transport operators, and tourism businesses.
Tour De France Continues Global Appeal
The Tour de France remains one of the world’s largest annual sporting events, drawing millions of spectators along race routes and attracting a worldwide television audience.
Each Grand Départ location typically becomes the focus of international tourism promotion as organisers showcase regional culture, landscapes, and heritage during the opening stages.
Route Details Expected Later
Full route details for the 2028 Tour de France are expected to be released closer to the event, including stage distances, mountain sections, and key host cities across France.
Organisers are also expected to announce additional logistical and tourism plans linked to the Reims opening in the coming months.
Reims Strengthens Position As Major Event Destination
Known for its Champagne houses and UNESCO-listed cathedral, Reims has increasingly positioned itself as a destination for major sporting and cultural events.
The city’s selection for the Tour de France Grand Départ adds another high-profile international event to its growing tourism calendar.
