Key Points
- Popular Celebration: Free Ofenbach concert and drone and fireworks show on July 20, 2024.
- Historic Event: For the first time, the Tour de France will finish outside of Paris, in Nice.
- Economic Impact: Expected return on investment of eight times the amount invested, with estimated benefits between 50 and 60 million euros.
A popular celebration for a historic arrival
The City of Nice is preparing a grand celebration to mark the historic arrival of the Tour de France on July 21, 2024. This event will be the first time the famous cycling race does not end in Paris. The day before, on July 20, the Quai des États-Unis will welcome the public from 8 pm for an evening of festivities with various activities.
The program will start at 8:15 pm with a musical ambiance, followed by a DJ set from Ofenbach, the globally recognized French dance duo, at 9:15 pm. At 10:30 pm, a drone and fireworks show will light up the Nice sky, orchestrated by the company Dronisos. With 1,500 drones, this will be one of the largest shows in Europe, highlighting the Promenade des Anglais as it celebrates its 200th anniversary.
Economic impact of the tour de france arrival in nice
Hosting the Tour de France 2024 by the Métropole Nice Côte d’Azur represents a considerable economic opportunity. In 2023, Nice has already demonstrated its capability to organize major sporting events such as the Rugby World Cup and Iron Man. The final arrival of the Tour de France, preceded by two stages in the Alpes-Maritimes, will further strengthen this position.
Economic estimates are promising: for every euro invested by the city, 8 euros are expected in return due to visitor spending, infrastructure investments, and international media coverage. Financial benefits could reach between 50 and 60 million euros, highlighting the significant economic impact of this event for the local economy.
The stages of the 2024 Tour de France on the Côte d’Azur
The last three stages of the 2024 Tour de France will take place in the Alpes-Maritimes, offering a captivating spectacle for cycling enthusiasts and enhancing the region’s tourist appeal.
- July 19: Embrun – Isola 2000
Cyclists will traverse the Cime de la Bonette, the highest point of the Tour, before arriving in Isola 2000. - July 20: Nice – Col de la Couillole
This challenging 133 km stage will include four mountain passes, culminating at the Col de la Couillole. - July 21: Monaco – Nice
The final time trial will lead cyclists from the Col d’Èze to Place Masséna, after a detour along the Promenade des Anglais.
The arrival of the Tour de France in Nice in 2024 is more than just a sporting event; it is an opportunity for the metropolis to showcase its economic and tourist dynamism. The planned popular celebration on July 20 and the expected economic benefits underscore the importance of this event for the region.
