Wales Secures £4.5 Million Investment To Boost Cycling Tourism Ahead Of 2027 Tour de France
The Welsh Government has allocated £4.5 million to upgrade cycling infrastructure and support local businesses ahead of the 2027 Tour de France Grand Départ.
Wales is set to host the Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027, prompting a £4.5 million Welsh Government investment to boost cycling tourism. The funding aims to attract visitors and support local economies across the country.
£3.19 million has been awarded to 54 projects through the Croeso i Beicwyr programme to improve cycling facilities. A further £1.3 million supports the new Business Ready Fund, helping organisations become more welcoming to cyclists.
In North Wales, £100,000 will support Holyhead’s Gateway Coastal Cycling Route, delivered by Isle of Anglesey County Council. In Mid Wales, £100,000 will create cycling hubs across Welshpool, Newtown, Machynlleth, Llandrindod Wells and Llanfyllin via Powys County Council.
South Wales will see the King of the Mountains Tour Circuit backed by £64,800 through Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority. The project features bilingual markers for challenging climbs including Epynt, Rhigos, Penrhys and Maerdy.
Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, Adam Price, said: “The Tour de France Grand Départ presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Wales.”
He added: “We want the benefits to be felt long after the race has finished, creating a lasting tourism, sporting and economic legacy for Wales.”
Eli Nathan
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