Giro d'Italia 2026 Stages | All aboard for the decisive Queen Stage

The 2026 Giro d'Italia will start in Bulgaria for its Grande Partenza, marking the second consecutive year RCS has chosen an unusual starting country, before the race moves to Italy and finishes in Rome. The three opening Bulgarian stages mix flat sprinter-friendly terrain with a punchy stage that could see an early pink jersey change. Week two features a single but decisive 40-kilometre time trial, while week three is dominated by relentless climbing in what is described as the Queen Stage.