Gdynia celebrates 100 years of city rights. This is where the 83rd TdP UCI WorldTour will begin

Today marks a special anniversary – the 100th anniversary of granting city rights to Gdynia. The port city, a symbol of modernity, ambition and the maritime dreams of the Second Polish Republic, has been developing continuously for a century, writing new chapters of its history. On August 3, Gdynia will add another, sporting chapter by hosting the start of the 83rd edition of the Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour.

– “Gdynia was a child of an independent, sovereign Republic of Poland, built on hard work, sweat, dedication and beautiful ideals” – emphasized the President of the Republic of Poland, Karol Nawrocki, during the ceremonial session of the City Council.

The return of the Tour de Pologne to the Pomerania region in 2026 will have a special, symbolic dimension. A peloton composed of the world’s best teams will begin the race in the seaside city of Gdynia, jointly celebrating the 100th anniversary of granting city rights. The last time the Tour de Pologne visited Gdynia was in 2004, when the stage finishing at Kościuszko Square was won after a spectacular sprint by Italian rider Fabio Baldato.

The 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour will take place from August 3–9, 2026, once again ranking among the most prestigious cycling races in the world as one of 15 UCI WorldTour stage races. The best teams on the planet will line up at the start, and fans will be able to follow the competition live on TVP and Eurosport. Thanks to global broadcast coverage reaching 65 countries, the Tour de Pologne continues to promote Poland and the regions hosting the race worldwide.

Last year, the ORLEN General Classification, sponsored by the Main Sponsor of the Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour, was won by Brandon McNulty of UAE Team Emirates.