When we think of anniversaries, we always like to think of round numbers. And I can think of no better way to celebrate Unipublic's 40th anniversary as organiser of La Vuelta than with this route. These four decades have been full of emotions! Riders that are now part of cycling's living history, memorable editions, amazing stages and countless moments experienced by several generations of fans along with those who are part of the La Vuelta organisation family. This is our way of paying homage to them all.
It is also an honour to see how La Vuelta continues to grow and evolve, year after year, both within our borders and beyond. Each and every edition allows us to improve, to develop our identity and, above all, to learn. We also both discover and confirm that which makes us unique, special and different. We define what we wish to display and offer to the public as well as to the internal peloton that visits us every year, while improving the previous year's participation whenever possible. The explosive high-altitude finales, the unprecedented departures and finish-lines… All of that allows us to accompany the spectator as he discovers the territory. And that truly fascinates us. This year, Les Praeres in Nava and the Balcón de Bizkaia prepare to shine for 190 countries worldwide. Our first brushstroke will take place on the 25th of August in Malaga's Pompidou Centre, a symbol of culture, art and modernity. We will continue our collage through Andalusia, Murcia and Castilla-La Mancha. We will draw Castilla y León: in La Covatilla and La Camperona we will take our brushstroke upwards until we reach Galicia, Asturias and Cantabria. Vuelta Territory. The wind that blows at Estaca de Bares will take us to the Basque Country before the final leg in Andorra, where La Gallina will surely take its toll on all the riders. Three emotion-packed weeks. A shared passion that has been pushing us for the past 40 years and an enthusiasm that continues to inspire us, just as it did on the very first day.
Javier Guillén
General Manager of La Vuelta
