The 2026 Giro d'Italia will start in Bulgaria, featuring three stages in the country after the necessary governmental approvals. The event is slated for May 9-31 and may possibly launch a day earlier to aid in logistics. Sofia is expected to be the starting point, incorporating the Black Sea coastline in its route. The Bulgarian government believes this will enhance the country's global tourism profile. Competition for the hosting rights included bids from regions such as Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia.
On Wednesday, the government supported the proposal from the two ministries to finalize negotiations for hosting this prestigious sporting event. The Giro d'Italia will put our country on the global tourism map and will make Bulgaria a recognizable destination.
Giro d'Italia organiser RCS Sport has still to announce Bulgaria as the host of the 2026 Grande Partenza due to the final negotiations. Bulgaria apparently competed against several other nations to host the 2026 Grande Partenza, including Abu Dhabi and, reportedly, even Saudi Arabia.
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