International professional cycling race "Tour of Armenia" to be held  in September 2026

ArmInfo.Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan chaired a high- level meeting today, April 23, to coordinate the organization of the "Tour of Armenia," an international professional cycling tournament scheduled to take place  from September 10 to 13, 2026.  

The Government Press Service reported that the meeting included members of the inter-agency working group,  Italian Ambassador to Armenia Alessandro Ferranti, and Michele  Napoli, Director of RCS Consulting—the firm providing expert guidance  for the event's organization, and other officials.

RCS Consulting Director Napoli Michele provided detailed information  on the organizational work. It was noted that approximately 20 teams  of experienced cyclists are planned to participate in the multi-day  cycling race, with each team comprised of six members. According to  Michele Napoli,  the multi-day race is designed to span across  Yerevan and the provinces of Gegharkunik, Tavush, Lori, and  Aragatsotn.  Specific routes are currently undergoing technical  feasibility checks.

It was reported that several meetings were held with responsible  agencies regarding the organization of the international cycling  race, trips to the relevant regions were organized, routes, and other  organizational matters were discussed. The meeting discussed issues  related to road infrastructure readiness, logistics, and strategies  to showcase Armenia's diverse landscapes to an international audience  during the broadcast of the race.

 The importance of the tournament for the development of tourism in  Armenia, particularly cycling, was emphasized, and it was noted that  the tournament will be held annually. Summing up the discussions,  Nikol Pashinyan noted: "The tournament has already been included in  the international calendar and approved. Of course, our international  partners already have specific route proposals, which will also  undergo a technical review for feasibility, and any necessary  adjustments will be made. Our goal is to make the tournament an  annual event, and, of course, from this perspective, it will become a  catalyst for the development of cycling in Armenia, as it is rapidly  gaining momentum internationally and attracting much attention,  especially now, when environmental issues are in the spotlight, and  cycling is one of the ways we can help, including by overcoming  traffic congestion."

The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to those who contributed to  the event, emphasizing that the further development of this wonderful  idea is also dependent on the quality of its organization and  implementation.  The head of state also noted with satisfaction that  a decision has already been made to host the European Youth Cycling  Championships in Armenia in 2029, which means that Armenia is  entering a period that could play a very important role in the  development of cycling, a healthy lifestyle, and tourism.