A first for Schwäbisch Hall: the city will host a stage of the Lidl Deutschland Tour for the very first time. With the finish of stage 1 and the start of stage 2, the historic old town will provide a spectacular setting for Germany’s biggest cycling event on two consecutive days.
While Schwäbisch Hall celebrates its debut, the Lidl Deutschland Tour already knows the northeast of Baden-Württemberg well. In 2024, the race passed through the region, where the hilly Heilbronn-Franken landscape set the scene for a thrilling, classic-style battle. Steep climbs will once again shape the racing in 2026, promising an exciting opening. The start of stage 2 will be an extra highlight for fans, who can enjoy seeing the pros up close and with plenty of time.
“The Lidl Deutschland Tour stands for top-level sport and truly special experiences. We are delighted that Schwäbisch Hall will be our host for two days right at its debut. This year we already witnessed an overwhelming atmosphere with many enthusiastic fans. We want to build on that and celebrate an unforgettable cycling festival together with the city in 2026,” says Maren Hopf, Head of Lidl Deutschland Tour.
