The 108th edition of the Giro d’Italia will kick off on May 9, 2025, in Durrës, Albania, marking the first-ever start of the race from this country. The race will conclude on June 1, 2025, in Rome, offering one of the most spectacular finishes in world cycling. Along the way, several key stages will traverse the Veneto region, challenging riders with plains, hills, and mountains while treating spectators to breathtaking landscapes and decisive moments for the general classification.
Stage 13: Rovigo – Vicenza (Friday, May 23, 2025)
This flat 180-km stage runs through the Veneto plain and southern Friuli, including a circuit around Nova Gorica and Gorizia in the Collio region (Brda in Slovenian). The final test comes with the climb at Savogna d’Isonzo before what is expected to be a high-speed sprint finish in the heart of Vicenza.
Stage 15: Fiume Veneto – Asiago (Sunday, May 25, 2025)
Spanning 214 km, this stage is designed for breakaways and long-distance attacks. Riders will face multiple challenging climbs, including the legendary Passo del Mortirolo. Although the major climbs are positioned far from the finish, the continuous uphill ride toward Asiago could be decisive, especially for contenders for the maglia rosa.
Rest Day: Monday, May 26, 2025
Following the grueling efforts of the preceding stages, riders will enjoy a well-earned rest day in Padova and Vicenza to recover and prepare for the challenges ahead.
Stage 17: Pergine Valsugana – Monte Grappa (Wednesday, May 28, 2025)
This mountain stage stands as a pivotal moment in the race for the general classification. The route concludes with an uphill finish on Monte Grappa, an iconic cycling summit renowned for its steep gradients. Here, climbers will need to give their all to secure their positions in the overall standings.
