The 112th edition of the Tour de France kicks off in Lille on 5 July 2025, culminating on the iconic Champs-Elysees in Paris on 27 July. This year's race spans 3,320km across 21 stages, including six grueling mountain stages and two individual time trials. Here's a detailed breakdown of each stage:

Stage 1: Lille Metropole - Lille Metropole, 184.9km

A relatively flat route around Lille sets the stage for the sprinters to shine. The finish features an extended safety zone of 5km to ease pressure on the peloton.

Stage 2: Lauwin-Planque - Boulogne-sur-Mer, 209.1km

The longest stage of the race, this rolling route through the Hauts-de-France region offers a punchy finale ideal for the puncheurs.

Stage 3: Valenciennes - Dunkirk, 178.3km

Expect a fast finish, though a late cobbled climb and potential crosswinds could disrupt the sprinters' plans.

Stage 4: Amiens Metropole - Rouen, 174.2km

A relentless up-and-down stretch in the final 50km favors explosive climbers and skilled descenders.

Stage 5: Caen - Caen, 33km

The first individual time trial on wide, flat roads is a test for time-trial specialists like Remco Evenepoel and Filippo Ganna.

Stage 6: Bayeux - Vire Normandie, 201.5km

Six categorised climbs and over 3,400m of vertical gain make this the most challenging flat stage in recent Tour history.

Stage 7: Saint-Malo - Mur-de-Bretagne Guerledan, 197km

The race passes through the home village of five-time winner Bernard Hinault, with a closing circuit that mirrors the 2021 stage.

Stage 8: Saint-Meen-le-Grand - Laval Espace Mayenne, 171.4km

A largely flat stage with a straight final 3km sets up a sprint finish.

Stage 9: Chinon - Chateauroux, 174.1km

Mark Cavendish's record 35 stage wins include three in Chateauroux, making this a potential sprint showdown.

Stage 10: Ennezat - Le Mont-Dore Puy de Sancy, 165.3km

With 4,400m of elevation gain, this stage is made for breakaway specialists and could shake up the GC standings.

Stage 11: Toulouse - Toulouse, 156.8km

Following a rest day, this gentle stage features two kickers in the final 16km that could disrupt a fast finish.

Stage 12: Auch - Hautacam, 180.6km

The first major mountain stage could see fireworks in the GC race, with a route that has historically decided the Tour.

Stage 13: Loudenvielle - Peyragudes, 10.9km

An individual time trial with a punishing 13% gradient in the final kilometre could be decisive for the GC contenders.

Stage 14: Pau - Luchon-Superbagneres, 182.6km

A classic Pyrenees mountain stage with nearly 5,000m of elevation gain, including the mighty Tourmalet.

Stage 15: Muret - Carcassonne, 169.3km

A transitional stage suited to strongman sprinters who can handle some climbing.

Stage 16: Montpellier - Mont Ventoux, 171.5km

The legendary Mont Ventoux could turn the race on its head, with no categorised climbs before the final ascent.

Stage 17: Bollene - Valence, 160.4km

A flat stage that could end in a bunch sprint, unless the mistral winds intervene.

Stage 18: Vif - Courchevel Col de la Loze, 171.5km

The queen stage of the Tour, with over 5,500m of elevation gain across three legendary climbs.

Stage 19: Albertville - La Plagne, 129.9km

The last real mountain stage offers a final chance for GC contenders to make a play for the yellow jersey.

Stage 20: Nantua - Pontarlier, 184.2km

The penultimate stage's rolling terrain favors an escapee triumphing, while GC teams protect their leaders.

Stage 21: Mantes-la-Ville - Paris Champs-Elysees, 132.3km

The traditional Paris finish includes a twist with a cobbled climb up to the Sacre-Cœur Basilica, adding excitement to the final sprint.

Stay tuned for daily updates and in-depth analysis as the 2025 Tour de France unfolds!