Tour de Pologne Women on the road to the World Tour

A year after Tour de Pologne Women returned to the calendar of the Union Cycliste Internationale, the race is climbing higher and higher up the cycling ladder. This season, the event received first-category status, which is reflected, among other things, in the impressive start list. The goal – as emphasized by General Director Czesław Lang – is to advance to the World Tour as soon as possible. “We meet all the organizational criteria of the UCI, and I think we’ll be in the World Tour soon” he says.

Tour de Pologne has been a globally recognized brand for years. As part of the prestigious UCI World Tour series, we can watch the best riders fighting for victory on Polish roads every year. Recognizing the development and potential of women’s cycling, Czesław Lang and the Lang Team decided to relaunch the Tour de Pologne Women in 2024. The event, held in the Lubelskie region, turned out to be a big success, with dynamic and exciting stages featuring riders from all over the world, including Polish riders.

Thanks to excellent organization and a setting similar to the men’s World Tour races, this season Tour de Pologne Women received first-category status from the Union Cycliste Internationale. In August, riders will return to the Lubelskie region and the Roztocze area to compete on picturesque and hilly roads. The race has also been recognized by the top teams in the world, as emphasized by Czesław Lang.

“The fact that after just the first renewed edition we already have six confirmed World Tour teams at the start, including Kasia Niewiadoma’s team, speaks volumes about the race’s stature. We really want Kasia to take part, just like Daria Pikulik, who’s also eager to race. I’m glad this race is gaining strength, and that’s why we approach its organization just like we do with the men’s Tour de Pologne. The production, staging, and media coverage – everything is top level. It will be a great spectacle, and it’s fantastic that Polish riders will be able to shine here” says the General Director of Lang Team.

“We meet all the organizational requirements of the International Cycling Union and I believe we’ll be in the World Tour before long” he adds.

The good organization of the race is also appreciated by the riders themselves. Kaja Rysz, who finished third on the final stage of last year’s edition and is now riding for the WorldTour team Roland, spoke very highly of the Tour de Pologne Women.

„The organization at the Tour de Pologne Women is really excellent. Honestly, it’s a better race than some of the WorldTour events I compete in. I’m very impressed and truly grateful that we can have such a race in Poland” said Kaja Rysz.

The position of Tour de Pologne Women is getting stronger – just like Polish women’s cycling. Our athletes are among the world’s best, as shown by their strong presence in the World Tour and their accomplishments. Last year, Katarzyna Niewiadoma won the general classification of the Tour de France Femmes, and Daria Pikulik became an Olympic silver medalist in the track omnium. Tour de Pologne Women, along with the long-established Tour de Pologne Junior, aims to help grow women’s cycling in Poland.

“Through racing, we encourage kids and youth to take up sports. Our girls show that you can win Olympic medals or even the Tour de France, so it’s definitely a motivation to take up cycling. Let’s not forget about the Tour de Pologne Junior – races for kids held in a World Tour atmosphere. That certainly fuels imagination and a desire to ride” emphasizes Czesław Lang.

Tough and beautiful route in Lublin region and Roztocze

This year, riders competing in Tour de Pologne Women will once again race on the roads of the Lublin region. The race will kick off with a stage in Zamość, followed by a stage in Chełm, and will conclude with a demanding leg from Nałęczów to Kraśnik, where last year’s winner was the Dutch Laura Molenaar, who later claimed the overall victory in the ORLEN general classification – the Main Sponsor of Tour de Pologne Women.

Last year’s edition showed that the Lublin region is an excellent place for cycling – not just because of high-quality roads, but also its beautiful scenery. In such a large event, logistics also matter – including hotel accommodation. As in the previous year, teams, organizers, and referees will stay at the Arche Hotel in Nałęczów.

“The route is truly beautiful. We’re in the Lublin and Roztocze region – the first stage will start and end in Zamość, then we’ll have a lovely stage in Chełm – just like we had a few years ago during the men’s race – and the race will end with the Nałęczów–Kraśnik stage. The entire race base will be at the Arche Hotel in Nałęczów, which is very convenient because we don’t have to change hotels. The stages will surely be beautiful and dynamic” comments Czesław Lang.

“Mr. Grochowski, owner of the Arche hotel chain, is a great visionary. If you look at his work, you’ll see how many valuable projects he’s developed and how many historical buildings he’s saved. We’ve been partners for years, supporting each other and promoting Poland” he adds.

A grand sports spectacle within reach

Although Tour de Pologne Women isn’t yet part of the women’s World Tour series, the organizers ensure that everything – from safety to visual and TV production – is at the highest global level.

“All cycling races promote their regions. The sporting level and competition are one thing, but as Tour de Pologne, we also promote Poland through the sporting event. We highlight important anniversaries and historical events in Poland. We talk about history and interesting facts – we promote host cities and sprint points, especially since the TVP Sport signal will cover the entire race from start to finish. The technology will let us be in the middle of the peloton. We’ll deliver a huge sporting spectacle” explains Czesław Lang.

Interest in the race is also expected to rise thanks to a new date on the UCI calendar. The race will take place from August 12–14, just two days after the final stage of the men’s Tour de Pologne.

“We intentionally planned the races this way, with just one day off before moving to the Lublin region. There will surely be great interest in both the men’s and women’s races!” announces Czesław Lang.

Route of the Tour de Pologne Women:
Stage 1: 12.08.2025 ZAMOŚĆ – ZAMOŚĆ
Stage 2: 13.08.2025 CHEŁM – CHEŁM
Stage 3: 14.08.2025 NAŁĘCZÓW – KRAŚNIK, POWIAT KRAŚNICKI