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Where to cheer for the Tour de France riders during the three Swiss stages?
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Where to cheer for the Tour de France riders during the three Swiss stages?

From Le Temps · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Switzerland will host three stages of the Tour de France Femmes for the first time.
  • The race begins in Lausanne on August 1st, with subsequent stages in Aigle and Geneva.
  • Fan zones will be set up in the three Swiss host cities to support the cyclists.

Switzerland is set to make history by hosting the Grand Dรฉpart for three stages of the Tour de France Femmes, marking the first time the race begins in the country. The event kicks off on August 1st in Lausanne, coinciding with Switzerland's National Day.

Following the Lausanne start, the peloton will continue through Aigle and Geneva, covering the second and third stages within Swiss territory. This marks the second time the Tour de France Femmes has had an international Grand Dรฉpart, following Rotterdam in 2024.

To celebrate this significant occasion, all three host cities, Lausanne, Aigle, and Geneva, will feature dedicated Fan Zones. These zones are intended to foster a festive atmosphere and provide spectators with prime viewing opportunities to cheer on the 147 participants.

The first stage from Lausanne is scheduled to begin at 2:15 PM from Place de la Navigation in Ouchy. As is customary in cycling, the initial kilometers will be ridden at a reduced pace, allowing the riders to safely navigate the start of the race.

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Originally published by Le Temps in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.