Cycling race crosses borders as Tour of Romania starts in Moldova for first time

The 2026 edition of the Tour of Romania will make history by starting outside the country for the first time, with the official launch set to take place in Chișinău, the Republic of Moldova. The move marks a new chapter for one of the most important cycling competitions in Southeast Europe.

The organizers announced that the 58th edition of the race will begin on September 8 with a team presentation and opening ceremony in Chișinău, followed by the first stage on September 9, entirely on the territory of Moldova, finishing in Ungheni. This represents a double premiere: both the first start abroad and the first stage held completely outside Romania.