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\u201cWithout a doubt, the mountain finish of Stage 4 on the Gotthard Pass will be a highlight of this year\u2019s Tour de Suisse,\u201d says Sports Director David Loosli. The last time a stage ended on Switzerland\u2019s most famous Alpine pass was in 2019 with Egan Bernal\u2019s stage win. This time in contrast to five years ago, the Gotthard Pass will be approached from the north via the Sch\u00f6llenen Gorge and Andermatt.<\/p>\n
The most frequented pass in Tour de Suisse history promises to be spectacular as Airolo\u2019s mayor Oscar Wolfisberg is well aware: \u201cHosting a stage of the Tour of Switzerland is a great honour which transcends sport: in every respect the Gotthard is an unparalleled example of the true nature of Switzerland\u201d.<\/p>\n
The municipality of Airolo, situated on one of Europe\u2019s most important transit routes, is the northern gateway to the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland. With numerous energy and soil remediation projects,\u00a0<\/em>Airolo is one of the most sustainable municipalities in the country. In 2030, the 22-hectare Parco San Gottardo, directly above the autobahn, will be inaugurated.<\/em><\/p>\n Added to the series of Ticino Host Cities \u2013 including Ambr\u00ec and the mountain village of Car\u00ec \u2013 is Locarno which hosts the start of Stage 6 on June 14th. Alain Scherrer, Mayor of Locarno, is delighted that the Tour de Suisse is paying a return visit: \u201cIt\u2019s great that since 2022, the Tour de Suisse is once again visiting the canton of Ticino for several days. It will spark the emotions and passion in our community\u201d.<\/p>\n Overlooking Lake Maggiore and framed by the Ticino mountains, Locarno features a picturesque and vibrant old town with its palaces, churches and narrow streets. The bustling Piazza Grande hosts various events throughout the year and will also be the starting point for the Tour de Suisse.<\/em><\/p>\n Zurich Host Cities in number<\/strong><\/p>\n After the men\u2019s race kicks off in Vaduz, the stage to Regensdorf, a first-time Host City, then follows on Monday June 10th. \u201cWe are extremely pleased to be a stage finish for the Tour de Suisse. It gives us the chance to showcase our municipality from its most hospitable and attractive side, with its rich mix of town and country\u201d, says Mayor Stefan Marty. He added his gratitude to the Regensdorf Cycling Club, which is responsible for the professional organisation of the event.<\/p>\n Regensdorf, an urban centre with village charm, next to the city of Zurich and yet in the midst of nature, is located in the beautiful Furttal valley. A place to work, live, relax and enjoy an active community life!<\/em><\/p>\n On the following Tuesday Stage 3 departs a stone\u2019s throw away \u2013 in Steinmaur. This cycling-mad village not only organizes one of the most famous cyclo-cross races in Switzerland. No, several pros like Johan Jacobs (Team Movistar), Mauro Schmid (Jayco Alula), Fabian Lienhard (Groupama \u2013 FDJ) and the young Noemi R\u00fcegg (EF Education-Cannondale) also come from the talent factory of Veloclub Steinmaur, which will take over the organisation of the first Tour de Suisse visit to the municipality.<\/p>\n Mayor Andreas Schellenberg greatly appreciates this work: \u201cWe would like to take this opportunity to thank the Veloclub for its commitment. The Municipal Council is both pleased and proud that Stage 3 will start in our village\u201d.<\/p>\n Tour de Suisse Women exclusively in western Switzerland<\/strong><\/p>\n After the first two stages of the fourth Tour de Suisse Women in Villars-sur-Ollon, Stage 3 starts on Monday June 17th in Vevey on Lake Geneva. Vevey hosted the men\u2019s race twice (1993 and 2002) and is now excited to welcome the female cycling pros for the first time. Jo\u00ebl Br\u00f6nnimann, President of the Organising Committee and V\u00e9lo Club Vevey, explains that this stage start will be very special: \u201cHosting the women\u2019s Tour de Suisse for the first time coincides with the 140th anniversary of our Club and therefore is particularly significant.\u201d<\/p>\n The town of Vevey is nestled on the edge of Lavaux and reveals its charm between the lake and the mountains. With an extensive network of cycle paths in the town centre, along Lake Geneva and up to various peaks in the region, it is no surprise that cycling is very popular with locals and tourists alike.<\/em><\/p>\n Stage 3 starts in Vevey and heads to Champagne. The small village on Lake Neuch\u00e2tel is also the start and finish of the fourth and final Tour de Suisse Women stage on Tuesday June 18th. \u201cAfter three years in Eastern Switzerland, we are delighted that the women\u2019s races are taking place in the French-speaking region of the country where we are confident the route will be lined with fans,\u201d says Tour Director Olivier Senn.<\/p>\n