Wales' cycling tourism gets a Grand Départ with £4.5m investment
Wales is gearing up for the Tour de France Grand Départ 2027 with £4.5 million of Welsh Government investment through the Croeso i Feicwyr programme. The investment comes as Wales prepares to take centre stage for the Tour de France Grand Départ 2027, with Visit Wales also set to mark 2027 as the Year of Cycling.
A total of 54 projects across Wales have secured £3.2 million to improve cycling infrastructure, including cycling hubs, bike hire facilities, trail improvements and e-bike charging points. The investment aims to attract more visitors, support local businesses and create a lasting cycling legacy.
Projects receiving support include:
- Holyhead Gateway Coastal Cycling Route in North Wales, improving cycling links from one of Wales' key gateway destinations.
- North Powys Cycle Hubs, creating a network of cycling facilities across five towns to help visitors discover local attractions.
- King of the Mountains Tour Circuit in South Wales, encouraging cyclists to tackle some of Wales' most iconic climbs and explore surrounding communities.
Croeso i Feicwyr: Business Ready Fund
A second phase of the programme will see £1.3 million made available through the Croeso i Feicwyr: Business Ready Fund.
Delivered through local authorities, the fund will support businesses and community organisations located on, or near, cycling routes to make practical improvements such as cycle parking, repair facilities and e-bike charging. The aim is to help businesses become more welcoming to cyclists, encourage visitor spending and ensure communities across Wales benefit from growing cycling tourism.
