The 2027 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift is set to make history with its inaugural team time trial, scheduled for Sunday, 1 August 2027, in central London. This landmark event will see seven-rider teams racing against the clock on a circuit approximately 18 kilometres long, culminating in a spectacular finish on The Mall, one of Britain’s most iconic sporting backdrops. (uksport.gov.uk)
Race director Marion Rousse expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “The team time trial has always been one of the most exciting and spectacular formats in cycling, and we are very proud that the first one in the history of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift will take place in London.” (theguardian.com)
The 2027 Grand Départ will commence on Friday, 30 July, in Leeds, with the peloton covering just over 85 kilometres to Manchester, promising a dynamic stage for the sprinters. The second stage will resume in Manchester, traversing much of the Peak District, including the famous Winnats Pass and Snake Pass, before concluding in Sheffield after 154 kilometres and 3,000 metres of climbing. (bikeradar.com)
The inclusion of the team time trial in London marks a significant milestone for women’s cycling, highlighting the growing prominence of the sport on the global stage. The organisers anticipate that the Grand Départ will be “the most attended women’s sporting event ever staged in Britain,” underscoring the event’s potential to inspire the next generation of cyclists. (theguardian.com)
For a visual overview of the 2027 Grand Départ route, you can watch the official video below:
Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift 2027 – Grand Départ Great Britain – discover the route