- £4.5m of Welsh Government investment for cycling tourism
infrastructure - to create a lasting legacy from the Tour de
France coming to Wales in 2027
- The funding will create a national network of cycling hubs,
routes and facilities for communities and visitors
Cyclists and communities across Wales will benefit from £4.5m of
new Welsh Government investment in cycling tourism
infrastructure, as part of wider work designed to leave a lasting
health, sporting and economic legacy from the Tour de France
Grand Départ arriving in Wales in 2027.
The Tour de France will be free to spectate and is expected to
bring over one million visitors to Welsh stages and reach a
global television audience of 150 million viewers, across 190
countries. This fund ensures that once the cameras move on, the
benefits remain.
Funding will create a national network of destination cycling
hubs, micro-hubs and signage. Facilities could include secure
cycle parking, storage facilities, e-bike charging, maintenance
stands, water provision, bike hire and cycling information.
The Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, , MS said:
As this year's Tour de France draws to a close, we are already
looking ahead to the excitement of welcoming the event to Wales
next year. I am determined that when Wales hosts major events of
this scale, we put strong legacy plans in place so the benefits
are felt long after the event itself.
The Tour de France will give us a unique platform to promote
Wales on the world stage, attract visitors and investment,
encourage healthier and more active lifestyles, and create
lasting opportunities for communities and businesses across
Wales.
, Minister for Culture and
Sport added:
The Tour de France is one of sport's great events and hosting it
next year in Wales is a tremendous opportunity.
Ensuring we maximise on the impact and legacy is crucial, and the
funding today will help achieve that by providing more facilities
for cycling across the country.
Geraint Thomas, former Tour de France winner and Wales Cycling
Ambassador said:
The Tour de France Grand Départ is a once-in-a-generation
opportunity for cycling in Wales.
This investment in lasting infrastructure means more people
whether seasoned cyclists or those just starting out will be able
to enjoy everything Wales has to offer on two wheels, long after
the race has finished.
Wales already offers world-class cycling across road, mountain
biking, gravel and leisure routes. The investment will build on
this base to transform Wales into a truly world-class cycling
tourism destination.
Delivered through the Brilliant Basics capital fund, £2m will be
made available in 2026-27, rising to £2.5m in 2027-28. All
approved projects will need to not only add value to the visitor
experience but also provide benefits for the communities where
tourism takes place.
Local authorities and national park authorities will lead
delivery. Applications open on 10 August 2026, with a
closing date of 25 September 2026 at 1pm.
