Overview
- The German bid team, which published its figures Wednesday, put hosting costs at up to €25 million.
- Organizers say one third would come from private sponsors, with the rest requested from public funds, as Saxony-Anhalt pledges support and Berlin’s Senate reviews the bid.
- Tour organizer ASO is reported to favor a 2029 start in Berlin to mark the 1989 anniversary, though Slovenia and the Czech Republic are also competing to host.
- If selected, the opening prologue would pass the Brandenburg Gate, the Victory Column and the French embassy, followed by three stages in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
- Backers forecast about €150 million in tourism gains, and say the Grand Départ, the Tour’s ceremonial start, carries a large ASO fee that drives much of the cost.