The 2025 edition of the Vuelta a España began in Turin on Saturday 23rd August, with Prince Albert II of Monaco officially taking part in the launch of the Spanish Grand Tour. In just one year, the race will roll out from the Principality.
For the first time in its history, La Vuelta began on Italian soil, with Turin providing the spectacular backdrop for the opening stage of the 2025 race. Among the dignitaries present for the occasion was Prince Albert II of Monaco, who joined officials in inaugurating the start of the 80th edition of Spain’s most prestigious cycling event.
The Sovereign took part in the official opening ceremony, a symbolic moment that highlighted Monaco’s own role in the race’s future.
Looking ahead to Monaco 2026
The Principality is now counting down to Saturday 22nd August 2026, when Monaco will host the Grand Départ of the Vuelta. It will be the second time in under a decade that the Principality has welcomed the start of a Grand Tour, following the Giro d’Italia in 2019.
The 2026 edition promises a dramatic showcase of the Riviera, with Monaco confirmed as the launch pad for the first two stages of the Spanish tour. Full details of the route will be revealed this October.
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Main Photo credit: Stephane Dana, Prince’s Palace