Tour de France route revealed as Edinburgh prepares for historic Grand Départ
Edinburgh will host the start of the 2027 Tour de France on Friday 2 July next year, with the route for the historic opening stage from the Scottish capital to Carlisle officially unveiled in Paris.
The 184km opening stage of the Grand Départ will take riders from Edinburgh through Midlothian and the Scottish Borders, before continuing through Dumfries and Galloway to Carlisle.
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Celebrating Edinburgh’s diversity
Our new city-wide campaign celebrates the many benefits immigration brings to our city while promoting understanding, acceptance and interest in our many cultures and communities.
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More by the Shore campaign launches
Campaign launches to support Leith, The Shore and Newhaven businesses following disruption caused by the Princes Street fire.
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Young people launch cook book as part of Care Experienced Week
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Leader's report - October 2026
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