Grand Départ of the 2025 Tour de France

Your Tour de France 2025 experience begins in Lille, the heart of cycling culture. Upon arrival at Lille Europe railway station, the Mummu Cycling team will greet you and transfer you to the 4-star L'Arbre Voyageur Hotel. After checking in, head to our dedicated bike room, where our experienced staff will welcome you and assist in setting up your bike. Then, enjoy some free time for lunch in the local bars and cafés, where you can savor typical dishes from the city's cuisine. In the afternoon, an easy orientation ride with our expert guides will ensure that your bike is perfectly adjusted for the upcoming days. Our support vehicle will accompany the ride, offering technical assistance and providing food and drink refills when necessary. After the bike ride and some time to relax, experience the excitement of the official Tour de France team presentation. This is a unique opportunity to see professional cyclists up close and feel the thrilling atmosphere that precedes the race’s start. The day will end with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, where you will have the chance to chat with Stuart O'Grady, cycling legend. Enjoy traditional French dishes while discussing the challenges and excitement that lie ahead in the upcoming stages. Overnight at the hotel.

Start the day with a hearty continental breakfast before joining us for a pleasant mid-morning ride. We will explore the picturesque surroundings of Lille. Enjoy this peaceful ride through the French countryside: tomorrow, you’ll be immersed in the thrilling action of the Tour de France! After returning to the hotel, refresh yourself and enjoy a light meal before heading to the legendary Roubaix Velodrome, the historic finish line of the Paris-Roubaix classic. Step into this iconic venue and follow the Roubaix Walk of Fame, walking the final cobblestone sector where cycling’s greatest champions have left their mark, commemorated by plaques with the names of each Paris-Roubaix winner, including our very own Stuart O'Grady! We’ll then return to Lille, where the rest of the day is yours to explore. As evening falls, take your time to discover the city’s renowned culinary scene, sampling the delightful fusion of French and Flemish flavors in local restaurants. Overnight at the hotel.

The wait is over: today, the Tour de France 2025 officially begins! This edition marks the long-awaited return of the Grand Départ to France, and the excitement will be at its peak for this special occasion. After breakfast, get ready for an exclusive experience reserved only for Official Tour Operators. You will have the rare privilege of starting from the official Stage 1 start line in the heart of Lille, riding on closed roads behind the publicity caravan and ahead of the professional cyclists. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, made even more special by being the opening stage, will allow you to feel the energy of the crowd as you ride through the city and into the rolling countryside. After approximately 1.5 hours of cycling, we will reach our exclusive viewing point along the route, where the Mummu marquee awaits with a gourmet picnic lunch and refreshing drinks. Once the race leaders have passed through, we will return to the hotel for a short break before heading to the thrilling sprint finish under the historic Citadel. As this extraordinary day comes to an end, immerse yourself in Lille’s festive atmosphere and enjoy dinner at your leisure in one of the city’s vibrant restaurants. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast—an unforgettable experience awaits! Once dressed in your cycling kit, you’ll be transferred to our starting point along the second stage route, approximately 50 km from the finish line. You’ll ride the same roads designed for the top "punchers" of the peloton. The climbs may be short, but they will put your endurance to the test! Encouraged by the cheering crowds, you’ll power through the final kilometers before descending swiftly toward the finish line. Feel the thrill of riding under the legendary Flamme Rouge and crossing the finish line just like the pros. To make the moment even more special, you’ll step onto the podium for a memorable photo! Your guide for this special day will be cycling legend Stuart O'Grady, whose impressive career includes 17 Tour de France appearances, two stage wins, two team time trial victories, and the prestigious yellow jersey. After the adrenaline of the ride, unwind with exclusive VIP Izoard hospitality, located in a prime spot at the finish line. Enjoy a refined selection of French canapés and unlimited drinks while following the race action on giant screens. As the pros approach the final sprint, you’ll have a front-row view of their incredible power and speed. A truly unique experience to celebrate the champions of the day from an exclusive vantage point. After this extraordinary day, we’ll return to the hotel for the evening.

Start the day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before another exciting Tour adventure! Today, we’ll ride along the route of Stage 3, which stretches from Valenciennes to Dunkirk, a city hosting the Tour de France for the 21st time. After your cycling challenge, you'll experience exclusive hospitality at the Relais Étape. As an Official Tour Operator, Mummu Cycling offers you exclusive access to this privileged space, located at a strategic point along the route. Relax with a gourmet multi-course lunch paired with the finest regional French wines, while following the drama of the race on large screens. When the time comes, take a spot at the roadside and watch the peloton pass by up close. Today’s route is designed to deliver thrills, with a spectacular split in the group or a breathtaking potential group sprint near the Marcel-Tribut stadium. After Stage 3 concludes, we’ll return to the hotel for the rest of the evening, with the option to explore Lille at your leisure.

Start your final morning with a hearty breakfast before checking out and heading to Amiens Métropole for the start of Stage 4. Amiens is the perfect location, as Jules Verne wrote his famous "Around the World in 80 Days" here in 1873. Stuart will be your guide through the Official Tour de France Departure Village, an exclusive experience reserved for our clients. Step into the heart of this vibrant center, with the registration podium where cyclists officially sign in for the stage. Take the opportunity to savor local delicacies and refreshments while immersing yourself in the pre-race excitement. Next to the team paddock, you'll have the chance to see the cycling elite preparing on their team buses just before the start. You'll be at the center of the action, surrounded by the festive atmosphere of the Departure Village, and thanks to Stuart's expertise, you'll spot some cycling stars during their final preparations. After witnessing the thrilling start of the stage, we will escort you to Amiens train station for your final goodbyes. We hope that this Tour de France experience has created unforgettable memories, and we look forward to welcoming you on our future cycling adventures! End of services.