The Tour de France Femmes is heading to the United Kingdom in 2027, as organizers announced a historic three-stage UK takeover on Monday.
The Grand Départ kicks things off, running 85.7 kilometers from Leeds to Manchester on July 30th. Riders face challenging climbs including the Côte de Kirkheaton (1.7 kilometers at 7.5%) and the Côte de Meltham (3.2 kilometers at 8.2%) in the Peak District before finishing on Deansgate in Manchester's city center.
Stage two delivers a grueling 154.4-kilometer route from Manchester to Sheffield on July 31st. The peloton tackles nearly 3,000 meters of climbing through iconic ascents including Winnats Pass (1.4 kilometers at 12.3%) and Snake Pass (5.4 kilometers at 4.6%).
The modern Tour de France Femmes has grown rapidly since its 2022 debut, building momentum alongside the men’s race. The first-ever women's Team Time Trial features teams of seven racing an 18-kilometer circuit through central London, past landmarks including the Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge. The stage finishes on The Mall.
"The Team Time Trial has always been one of the most exciting and spectacular formats in cycling," said Tour de France Femmes race director Marion Rousse. "We are very proud that the first one will take place in London."
The 2027 event marks the first time both the men's and women's Tours will take place in the same country outside France. The Tour de France men's event is returning to the UK for the first time since 2014.
"I can't wait to showcase to the cycling world what London has to offer," said Fenix-Premier Tech rider Flora Perkins. "I hope that girls in particular come out and see this race and realize that racing bikes is one of the best things ever."
