3 federal states
1 Host region

Our vision

We combine history, movement and European perspectives.

The Grand Départ 2030 should be more than just a sporting kick-off. We combine history, movement and European perspectives.

The Tour de France starts at symbolic locations of German unity, an emotional and political signal for the 40th anniversary of reunification.

Grand Départ

Three federal states together in one host region

When the Grand Départ 2030 comes to Central Germany, the region will be transformed into a stage for sport, culture and encounters. Millions of local visitors will experience the event live, while the images will be broadcast around the world. This will create a unique community experience that is both locally anchored and globally visible.

An event of this size makes a lasting impression. From full hotels and restaurants to impetus for trade and infrastructure to new dynamics in regional development. The Grand Départ will generate enthusiasm and at the same time create added economic value that will strengthen the region in the long term and open up new opportunities for tourism and investment.

The Tour de France puts an entire region at the center of global attention. Billions of people follow the race on television and in the media. This makes Central Germany a flagship for sport, culture and hospitality and shows how three federal states can make history together.

12 million

Visitors on site

Saxony,
Saxony-Anhalt
& Thuringia

as unique stages

+ € 150 million

Economic added value

3.5 billion

TV viewers worldwide

Central Germany and the capital cities in focus

Saxony-Anhalt

Magdeburg

Thuringia

Erfurt

Saxony

Dresden

News

Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz supports the bid for the Grand Départ 2030
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„We want to create something lasting“
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A Franco-German evening in Berlin
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Prime ministers reaffirm support for Grand Départ 2030
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The routes

Current planning status of the routes through Central Germany

The planned stages of the Grand Départ 2030 will lead through the entire diversity of Central Germany. From traditional cities to cultural landmarks and scenic regions, the route will combine top sporting performance with impressive images. The current state of planning shows how the three federal states are presenting their most beautiful sides together and at the same time creating ideal conditions for the tour.

Dresden - Jena

Saxony → Thuringia

Erfurt - Magdeburg

Thuringia → Saxony-Anhalt

Halle - Leipzig

Saxony-Anhalt → Saxony

Stages

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Strong partners

Our partners, supporters and sponsors

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