We are excited to unveil the fourth and final stage of the ORLEN Nations Race 2025, starting from the end! In the coming days, we will gradually reveal the other locations, introducing the hosts who will welcome the world’s best young cycling talents.
We are proud to announce that the hosts for this stage are Lesko, Lesko County, and Hotel Arłamów—places that have repeatedly demonstrated their passion for cycling and readiness for top-level sporting challenges. The ORLEN Nations Race is a pivotal event for future stars of the peloton. Organized as part of the prestigious UCI Nations Cup U23 series, it attracts the best under-23 cyclists from around the world, offering them a gateway to top professional teams.
“I am extremely pleased that, together with our title sponsor, ORLEN, we can create this magnificent race that opens doors for young cyclists to the World Tour,” says Czesław Lang, Race Director and cycling legend.
Hosts on the ORLEN Nations Race
Wojciech Stelmach, Lesko County Governor, extends his invitation:
“With great pride and joy, as the Lesko County Governor, I invite you to the fourth stage of the ORLEN Nations Race 2025! Prepare for top-level sporting emotions in a breathtaking setting. Cyclists will face challenging climbs and winding descents, all amidst the majestic peaks and picturesque valleys of the Bieszczady Mountains. This will be a true test of strength, character, and endurance, as well as a feast for the eyes, as the beauty of our Bieszczady land is indescribable. Let this stage be a celebration of sport, and may the Bieszczady become the arena for the best cyclists’ competition! I warmly invite you to Lesko and the race route—let’s experience this together!“
Adam Snarski, Mayor of the City and Municipality of Lesko, adds:
“I am extremely pleased that the City and Municipality of Lesko can once again co-organize the ORLEN Nations Race and host such a prestigious cycling event. This is a great honor for us and a tremendous opportunity to promote our beautiful region. Lesko, known as the Gateway to the Bieszczady, is a place of extraordinary landscape and tourist values. I am convinced that both the competitors and the fans will be able to see for themselves the unique charm of these areas. I would like to sincerely thank the race organizers for another year of exemplary cooperation and for including our city once again in the route of this international competition. This event is not only a celebration of sport but also an opportunity to highlight what a wonderful place the Bieszczady and their surroundings are for active recreation. I invite everyone to cheer and discover Lesko—a city with traditions that proudly supports sport and a healthy lifestyle!“
We thank the hosts for their openness and support – together, we are building a unique event that electrifies the cycling world!
