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The Tour de Ski is returning to an international course next season with stages in Italy, Germany and France.
After two editions with only Italian venues, the cross-country stage race will start for the first time in Les Rousses, France. The route then leads to Oberstdorf before the traditional finale takes place in Val di Fiemme.
The world federation FIS has confirmed the stages. France is on the program for the first time in the 20-year existence of the series. The race last stopped in Oberstdorf in 2023, while Val di Fiemme will also be the final venue for the 21st edition.