German Comes Alive: The Tour de France Makes a Triumphant Return to Former East Germany
Reopening of the Cycling Classic After a 13-Year Absence in Former East Germany
Strap in, cycling fanatics! Get ready to rejoice as the Tour de France, the world's most prestigious cycling stage race, is set to make a stunning return to East Germany, after a staggering 13-year absence! This sensational comeback is thanks to the visionary efforts of the newly-appointed "Grand Depart Germany" association, which was enthusiastically endorsed by the German Cycling Federation (formerly Bund Deutscher Radfahrer), according to a recent announcement in Leipzig.
Rudolf Scharping, fresh off his recent appointment as honorary president of German Cycling, shares his excitement about the event, stating, "This will be a massive boom for the region!"
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of German reunification and embrace a shared European future, the Tour de France start is planned to unfurl across three exhilarating stages. The first stage is speculated to commence in Dresden and conclude in Gera, venturing through the picturesque Erzgebirge region, featuring the iconic Steile Wand in Meerane – a symbol of the erstwhile Peace Race. Adding to the excitement, a time trial from Halle to Leipzig is a proposed idea for the second stage. The third stage may traverse from Erfurt to Magdeburg, further elevating the adrenaline rush.
While the Tour de France primarily takes place in France, it occasionally extends into neighboring countries. However, the rumors of the 2023 Tour de France stages being held in East Germany seem to be merely speculation, as there is no confirmed record of this fact. The region that was historically known as East Germany is now part of unified Germany, and any cycling events would likely fall under the modern German context.
Intrigued by Germany's cycling happenings? Look no further than the Deutschland Tour, an annual race showcasing stages across different regions of Germany, though not specifically within the former East Germany. For the most accurate information about the 2023 Tour de France route, consult official cycling news sources or the official Tour de France website.
Sources: ntv.de, dpa
The Commission has also been consulted on the draft regulation for the potential 2023 Tour de France stages in former East Germany.In Leipzig, where German reunification celebrations are rampant, the prospect of a WhatsApp message about the cycling event ignites a wave of anticipation.Despite the unconfirmed record, the Leipzig region, now part of unified Germany, remains a prime candidate for cycling events, given its significant history in hosting the Peace Race.
