Everything about the 2025 Tour de France

Tour de France 2025: The Review

What a spectacle! The 2025 Tour de France had it all: excitement, drama, high emotions – and many of those little goose bump moments that make cycling so special.

The spotlight was on Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates-XRG). He dominated the race with impressive authority, winning the yellow jersey, the polka dot jersey, several stage victories – and was just as strong in the mountains as he was in the time trials. His performance was not only outstanding, it seemed almost effortless.

But the real miracle happened further down the rankings. Florian Lipowitz (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe) rode a Tour that no one had on their radar. With fighting spirit, clever riding, and impressive consistency, the young German moved up to third place in the overall standings – and snatched the white jersey for the best young rider in the process. A sporting fairy tale that no one could have expected!

The points classification was also exciting: Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek) shone with explosive sprints and deservedly secured the green jersey. And Wout van Aert (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) provided the crowning glory with a strong performance to take the prestigious victory on the final stage in Paris.

The Route

The Tour de France 2025 starts on July 5 in Lille Métropole and ends on July 27 traditionally on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. The 21 stages take place exclusively in France and offer a balanced mix of flat, hilly, mountainous, and time trial segments.

Key Stage Highlights

• Legendary climbs: Mont Ventoux, Hautacam, Courchevel Col de la Loze, and La Plagne bring drama to the Alps and Pyrenees.
• Two individual time trials: Caen and the steep mountain TT to Peyragudes could be decisive for the GC.
• Sprint and breakaway opportunities: Flat stages offer chances for sprinters and clever teams.
• Traditional finale: The Champs-Élysées in Paris once again hosts the grand conclusion.

Favorites

• Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates-XRG):
  The Slovenian record winner dominated 2024 – can anyone stop him or is a fourth Tour victory already written in the stars?
• Jonas Vingegaard (Visma-Lease a Bike):
  After injuries last year, the 2023 Tour winner is more than ready to dethrone Pogačar.
• Primož Roglič (Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe):
  The experienced veteran wants to bring the Yellow Jersey to Berlin for the first time.
• Remco Evenepoel (Soudal-Quick Step):
  The Belgian prodigy proved with an impressive performance at the Critérium du Dauphiné that he’s in top form for the Tour.
• Other contenders:
  Carlos Rodriguez, Simon Yates, Sepp Kuss.

Classification & Special Jerseys

• Yellow: General classification
• Green: Points classification
• Polka Dot: King of the Mountains
• White: Best Young Rider

Tip: The classification jerseys, like other pro team clothing, are available in our shop as both “Race” and standard variants. The Race version is an exact replica in terms of functionality and offers a tighter, more aerodynamic fit – ideal for tough training or competition.

Special Features 2025

• 100% France: The entire route stays within French borders.
• New stage towns: Several cities are celebrating their Tour debut.
• Difficult final week: The last mountain stages could upend the GC standings.

Tour de France Femmes 2025 – Key Information at a Glance

The Tour de France Femmes 2025 is the fourth edition of the most important stage race in women’s cycling. From July 26 to August 3, 2025, the world’s best female riders will battle over nine stages and 1,165 kilometers from Brittany to the Alps for the coveted Yellow Jersey. The route is varied and offers chances for sprinters, puncheurs, and climbers – excitement is guaranteed until the final day.

Highlights & Features

• Grand Départ in Brittany: The first two stages feature classic finishes for puncheurs.
• No time trials: There will be no individual time trial in 2025 – all decisions will be made on the road.
• Queen stages: The final two stages venture deep into the Alps and will decide the GC.
• Spectacular finishes: Col de la Madeleine and Châtel provide a dramatic backdrop for climbers and the Tour’s conclusion.

Favorites & Teams

The start list features all top teams of the UCI Women’s WorldTour. Favorites include the defending champion and strong climbers like Demi Vollering, Lotte Kopecky, Annemiek van Vleuten, and Elisa Longo Borghini. Sprinters and all-rounders such as Lorena Wiebes and Marianne Vos will also be aiming for stage wins.