On May 23, after ten years, the Giro d'Italia will return to Vicenza, but the atmosphere of the Pink Race will be experienced at Campo Marzo from May 22 to 25. For four days, the area will host the stage village, allowing those who reach the city of Vicenza during the stage days to immediately be embraced by the Giro atmosphere, together with other enthusiasts from around the world.

The garden, close to Vicenza's city center and just a few meters from the station, will host events, stands, and spaces dedicated to sponsors, athletes, and fans, who have already responded with enthusiasm since the announcement of the Giro's arrival in the city, participating in many events related to the race. The stage village will also remain open in the two days following the stage, to welcome tourists who decide to extend their stay in Vicenza until the weekend.

The announcement was made by the Berici Stage Committee during a press conference held at Palazzo Trissino, where the layout map was also presented.

What Will Happen at the Stage Village

The Stage Village will be open from 6 PM to 10 PM on Thursday, May 22, while on the other three days it will be open from morning until late evening. The program of events that will animate Campo Marzo is still being finalized, but already includes sporting activities such as the Regional FCI race for youth and juniors, the cycling after-work event, the B&C night gravel ride, and the non-competitive "Around the Berici" tour.

There will be several educational moments, including the presence of the L'Ultimo Uomo podcast, whose hosts will comment live on Friday's stage, "Drawing the Bicycle" with Vicenza scene protagonists, "Safety is for Cyclists" organized by the Municipality of Vicenza and technical sponsors, and "Learning to Repair a Bicycle" led by local mechanics. Additionally, there will be the historical Alpine band performance, the Scalagiro cycling contest award ceremony, the photography contest awards by Il Punto Focale, and a parachutist landing. Each evening will end with a different DJ. The complete program will be announced in the coming days.

The Campo Marzo village will host a stage with a large screen to follow events and the race live, a food and beverage area, a space dedicated to craft breweries, areas for sports activities for children and adults, carousels, an exhibition area with merchandise from the Berici Stage, and many spaces dedicated to sports and companies supporting the Berici Stage, which will have a great international visibility opportunity in these four days. There will be points dedicated to Berici Stage partners and sporting events, commercial sponsors, and technical sponsors.

A Stage Designed to Surprise and Create Spectacle

In the thirteenth stage, on May 23, the Giro d'Italia will reach Vicenza after 180 kilometers starting from Rovigo, crossing the Berici Hills to the finish line at the Monte Berico Sanctuary. An unpredictable finale, designed to inspire the imagination of attackers and finisseurs who will want to try to surprise the fast wheels of the group and avoid a sprint. Ten years ago, this same finish line saw the victory of former world champion Philippe Gilbert, who anticipated the pink jersey Alberto Contador after a series of attacks and counter-attacks. The 108th edition of the Giro d'Italia will start on May 9 in Durres, Albania, and will conclude on June 1 in Rome.

Streets Full of Fans and Media from Around the World: Giro Numbers

During the race days, the Giro d'Italia streets fill with fans, with an average of half a million for each stage. According to the most recent analyses, 61% of tourists visiting the stage locations intend to return, and fans attending the race spend an average of almost 300 euros each. The Giro d'Italia is one of the most followed sporting events in the world, boasting 439 million media viewers, 194 national outlets reporting the event, in addition to numerous international media.

STATEMENTS

Berici Stage Committee Vice President, Alessandro Belluscio: "With the four days of stage village, we wanted to continue the festive spirit that has accompanied the Berici Stage journey from the beginning, transforming the arrival of great cycling into a moment of aggregation and sharing for the entire community. The arrival of the Giro d'Italia in Vicenza has activated a network of companies, sporting events, and supporters who immediately wanted to be part of this initiative, which will bring enthusiasts from all over the world to the city and will bring images of Vicenza and the Berici Hills to an international audience. The four days of stage village are the result of this collective commitment, rewarded with a great visibility opportunity for those supporting the Berici Stage. The Giro d'Italia public will have the chance to experience the race's emotions throughout the weekend and get to know the local enterprises behind this great event."

Vicenza's Sports and Major Events Councilor, Leone Zilio: "The four days of stage village are the welcome that Vicenza gives to enthusiasts who will reach the city from all over Italy and the world. We have ensured that those who come to the city during the Giro days will immediately find themselves immersed in the Pink Race atmosphere, just past the station doors. A space dedicated to the Giro, sports, and Vicenza companies that will also welcome those who have decided to stay in our city even in the weekend after the stage, to explore Vicenza's beauties. An exceptional welcome that confirms our aspiration to make the Berici Stage one of the stages with the most spectators on the streets in this edition."

Andrea Cazzola, stage committee member, route and related events manager: "The main objective, as we have done in these months leading up to the event, is to offer an exciting and engaging experience, capable of fully experiencing the passion for sports for all age groups. The village will be a meeting point for fans, curious people, athletes, and citizens, with a rich program of events from morning until 11 PM. During all four days, Campo Marzo will host food and beverage trucks, commercial areas, sports activity areas, and a long series of sporting, educational, and musical events. The program, still being defined, already includes sporting activities such as the Regional FCI race for youth and juniors, the cycling after-work event, the B&C night gravel ride, the non-competitive 'Around the Berici' tour, and the Scala Giro awards. Additionally, there will be many talks, including the live podcast episode from L'Ultimo Uomo, commenting on the stage, notable guests like Silvio Martinello, Olympic multi-champion, and special events such as the historical band performance, the photography contest awards by Il Punto Focale, and the parachutist landing. Each evening will also host a different DJ."