Giro d'Italia 2024: Start in Durres - a competition of superlatives!

Giro d'Italia 2024: Start in Durres - a competition of superlatives!

As part of the preparations for the prestigious Giro d’Italia 2025, the RCS Sport announced that the famous cycling event in the picturesque coastal city of Durrës, Albania, will start. Originally planned for November, the announcement was postponed between the organizers and the Albanian government due to technical problems and alleged discrepancies. Despite the negative reporting, the organizers denied these problems and set the new start date. According to vienna.at the start in Durrës will take place with a challenging route of 164 kilometers to Tirana, which offers sporting challenges with 1,800 meters of altitude.

The stages and competitions

The first two days of the Giro promise exciting competitions: the cycling professionals have to cope with a single time trial over 13.7 kilometers in Tirana on the second day, followed by a third stage that takes place in the hilly landscape around the city of Vlorë. The complete route is expected to be announced on January 13, while the entire tour, which is one of the most important in cycling, will end on June 1st. In addition, the giro of women will be held between July 7th and 14th next year.

The trip to Durrës not only promises sporting experiences, but also cultural discoveries. Durrës, a city with rich history and wonderful beaches, has developed into a popular travel destination in recent years. In order to ensure smooth planning, travelers can use the tips from Wanderlog that help with the organization of flights, accommodations and activities in Durrës.