On behalf of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), it is my great pleasure to send my best wishes to everyone taking part in, or supporting, the 2026 Tour de Gyeongnam.

Taking place from 9 to 13 June 2026, this stage race, which joined the UCI Asia Tour in 2025, will cover approximately 550kilometres. The demanding and varied route through the southern region of the Republic of Korea, combines intense sporting competition with landscapes of remarkable beauty.

The Tour de Gyeongnam represents an important platform for the development of cycling talent, both for riders from Korea and the wider surrounding region. Events of this nature are essential within our UCI Continental Circuits, as they enable emerging athletes to gain experience in high-level international races and measure themselves against some of the world’s strongest riders.

As such, the Tour de Gyeongnam stands as an essential fixture for the development of cycling in Asia, complementing the athlete development pathways associated with South Korea’s UCI World Cycling Centre Continental Development Satellite in Yeongju, which plays a key role in supporting the progression of young riders to the highest level.

Across its five stages, the peloton will traverse Geoje, Tongyeong, Sacheon, Namhae, and Changwon, areas that combine coastal landscapes, island settings, and dynamic urban environments. The route will once again highlight the diversity of South Gyeongsang Province, reflecting its blend of cultural heritage and modern development, while underlining the importance of preserving these environments for future generations.

I would like to sincerely thank Gyeongsangnam-do, the Gyeongsangnam-do Sports Council, the Gyeongsangnam-do Cycling Federation, and the Korea Cycling Federation, together with all local authorities, sponsors, partners, and volunteers, for their continued commitment and professionalism in delivering this event. 

It remains for me to wish every success to all riders and teams taking part in this 2026 edition of the Tour de Gyeongnam. 

David Lappartient

UCI President