On August 28th, Andorra will once again be the stage of La Vuelta a España. The country will host a thrilling stage finish, where riders will need to push hard to reach the finish line in our mountains.
Here are all the details.
La Vuelta a España passes through Andorra
This time, the race arrives relatively early and will mark the riders’ first contact with a mountain stage. The stage starts in Olot (a town in the province of Girona, Catalonia) and the finish line in Andorra will be set at La Caubella, around 1,900 meters above sea level, in the Pal resort.
Covering a total distance of about 171 kilometers, the peloton will enter the Principality of Andorra through the Spanish border. Before reaching the finish line in La Massana, the riders must tackle the Alto de la Comella, with an elevation gain of 336 meters – a classic climb in Pyrenean cycling. After cresting this challenge, the race will head toward the Pal sector, where the finish line will be located.
Finish at La Caubella in the Pal sector of Grandvalira Resorts
It has been 15 years since the last time La Vuelta finished in Pal, although in 2023 the Arinsal resort, also in La Massana, hosted a stage. With this year’s finish, it will be the fourth time the race arrives in Pal, consolidating the area as a benchmark for sports tourism in Andorra. It is worth noting that the finish line will be set next to the facilities that host one of the prestigious UCI Mountain Bike World Series events, reinforcing Andorra’s role as a top-tier destination for cycling.
The first riders are expected to cross the finish line around 5:30 pm.
Vehicle access will be restricted, but you can get there by the La Massana gondola or on foot. Keep in mind that if you plan to take the gondola, service may be interrupted in case of rain or bad weather.
At the same time, from 5 pm to 8 pm in the Parc Central parking area, there will be activities and entertainment as part of the Parque Vuelta.
Stage 7 starts in Andorra la Vella
On August 29th, the seventh stage of La Vuelta a España will begin at the Parc Central in Andorra la Vella, heading towards Cerler (Huesca). It will be another mountain day, covering 188 kilometers. The Village will open at 10 am until 12 pm, when the start will be given on Avinguda Tarragona.
Andorra la Vella, the capital of the Principality, once again establishes itself as a key point in the cycling circuit, as this will be the eleventh time it hosts a stage start of the race.
La Vuelta a España 2025
The 90th edition will begin on August 23rd in Turin (Italy) and will finish in Madrid on September 14th. It includes 21 stages in total, covers about 3,153 kilometers, and will feature 23 teams with approximately 184 riders. Moreover, it will cross borders three times, passing through Italy, Andorra, and France. This year, Jonas Vingegaard is the main favorite. But Spanish rider Juan Ayuso and Portuguese rider João Almeida are also strong contenders, along with Bernal, O’Connor, Landa, and Kuss.
Don’t miss this unforgettable event!
With the thrill of every pedal stroke and the Pyrenees as a backdrop, La Vuelta a España 2025 in Andorra promises to be one of the most exciting highlights of the cycling season. Between legendary climbs, unique landscapes, and the energy of the crowd, this finish will be more than just sport: it will be an experience that unites passion, mountains, and tradition.
La Vuelta in Andorra always holds surprises that remain etched in the memory of fans.