2027 Etape du Tour du Tour de France
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Sunday 18 July 2027 – TBC
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2027 Etape du Tour de France with Sportive Breaks
Pre-registration for the 2027 Etape du Tour is now open. Secure your place and be the first to choose your package when the route is announced in October. Click here for more information on pre-registration.
Sportive Breaks is your official Tour Operator for the Etape du Tour de France. We offer guaranteed entry for the 2027 Etape du Tour with or without a travel package. Our packages offer private feed stations on the route only for Sportive Breaks customers. Also included are guided warm-up rides and a mechanic service. Additional services include airport transfers from the closest arports and bike rental.
Join 16,000 amateur cyclists to experience the unique thrill of the Tour de France by riding a stage of the 2027 Tour de France. The professionals may well be battling for the Yellow Jersey just a few days later.
This challenging route will enable you to ride on closed roads, whilst taking in the stunning scenery – it is an opportunity not to be missed!
The 2027 edition of the Etape du Tour de France promises to include some great climbs and spectacular scenery. It is a demanding challenge so you should prepare rigorously for the challenge that lies ahead, with Sportive Breaks there to support you all the way!
Spread your payments. Choice of currency: Our payment plan is an interest-free payment method where you will have the opportunity to spread payment for your booking in your preferred currency.
Guaranteed Etape entry: Guaranteed Etape du Tour 2027 entry available with hotel package. Entry Only without hotels is also available.
Private Feed Stops: If you have booked a hotel package with us, you can give us your bags the day before with your personal nutrition, or re-energise with sports nutrition and savoury food provided. Sportive Breaks has three private feed stations on the Etape route.
Mechanic support: Expert mechanics on hand
Guided ride: On Friday and Saturday before the Etape
Bike rental: Available as an extra. Delivered to your hotel, our mechanics are on hand if you need their help
Transport: Return Group Airport transfers from the nearest airports (including luggage and bike box). Available as an extra.
What's included?
Accommodation
Choose from a range of options at the start or the finish (depends on the route)
Meals included
Bed and Breakfast, Self Catering or Half Board options available. Early breakfast on Etape day
Guided ride
Ahead of the Etape du Tour
Private feed stops
Three additional private feed stations on Etape day
Mechanic
Expert mechanic on hand all weekend
Entry - optional extra
Package Entry or Entry Only
Airport transfers - optional extra
Return transfers. Private transfers also available
Pre-event briefing
Our experienced guides will tell you what to expect and answer your questions
Post race celebration
Join our team to have a drink and share your experience after the race.
Packages and Prices
Prices
- From £ per person based on two people sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double room (1 double bed)
- From £ per person based on single occupancy of a room
With Sportive Breaks you will benefit from the best service for the 2027 Etape du Tour:
- Option to add guaranteed 2027 Etape du Tour France Entry
- We will deliver your entry to you (depending on the route)
- Half board so breakfasts and dinners are included. Including an early breakfast on Etape day
- Choice of room options from singles, twin, doubles, and family rooms
- Mechanic support available during your stay
- 3 private feed stations on the route. Exclusively for Sportive Breaks riders
- Guided warm up ride
- Option to add extras such as bike rental and airport transfers
- We welcome all nationalities, and solo travellers are made welcome
- ABTA protected – what does this mean?
Airport Transfers
We offer airport transfers for arrivals on Thursday and Friday and departures on Monday.
Bike Rental
Bike rental is available for 3 and 4 days hire. These will be available on Thursday or Friday and return Sunday post race or Monday morning. Prices from TBC – More information here
About the Etape du Tour de France
2026 Etape du Tour de France route
Every year one of the stages of the Tour de France is chosen to be the ‘Etape du Tour de France’. This allows amateur riders their opportunity to ride a genuine Tour de France stage under professional race conditions. This means that there are closed roads, a time schedule, cut-off times, feed stations and a Tour de France atmosphere. The 2026 Etape du Tour will take place on Sunday 19 July between Le Bourg d’Oisans and L’Alpe d’Huez in the Alps. Sportive Breaks are one of the most experienced tour operators for the Etape du Tour and if you book a hotel package with us you will benefit from having your own support team.
Our team have been present at the last 15 editions of the Etape du Tour and we are looking forward to once again helping our customers make this brilliant cycling event a success. If you are interested in cycling the most famous Sportive in the world, book your place on the Etape du Tour and ride the Queen stage of the 2026 Tour de France. The 2026 route will once again include awesome climbs in one of the world’s best cycling regions. The first Etape du Tour took place in 1993, allowing amateur cyclists the opportunity to race over the same ground as the pros during the Tour de France. The roads are closed during this Sportive, and refreshment stops can be expected along the way, replicating stage two of the Tour de France in every possible way. Our team on the ground are local to the area and have years of experience to ensure that you get the most out of your Etape du Tour experience with us.
The first Etape was in 1993. There is now an international series of Etape du Tour events all over the world – L’Étape by Tour de France (letapebytourdefrance.com)
Pau in the Pyrenees has been visited by the Etape du Tour most often, but the last time the Etape du Tour took place in the Pyrenees was in 2014. The organisers have chosen the Alps due to its commercial success the last few years. The longest Etape was in 2011 from Issoire to St Flour. A few years ago there were two Etapes per year; one in the Alps and one in the Pyrenees.
2020 and 2021
The 2020 and 2021 editions did not take place due to the Covid-19 pandemic. See all editions here – L’Etape du Tour de France – Presentation (letapedutourdefrance.com)
2022 Etape du Tour
The 30th edition of the “Étape du Tour de France” took place on July 10 2022 following the stage 12 route of the Tour de France, between Briançon and Alpe d’Huez. It was one of the toughest Etapes yet with 170km and 4,670m of elevation gain. In one big day out, riders ticked-off some exquisite high-mountain passes like Col du Galibier (2,642m), La Croix de Fer (1,850m), Col du Lautaret (2,058m), finishing it all off on the iconic Alpe d’Huez. The 2022 route was based on the legendary Briançon-Alpe d’Huez stage of 1986, where team mates Greg LeMond and Bernard Hinault rode victoriously over the finish line, shoulder-to-shoulder at Alpe d’Huez.
2023 Etape du Tour
Cyclist Magazine rode the 2023 Etape du Tour with us – read more here
The 31st edition of the Étape du Tour took place on 9 July 2023. The course followed the same route as stage 14 of the 2023 Tour de France. The 152km route started in Annemasse and finished in Morzine Les Portes du Soleil. The course took in 4,100 metres of elevation gain and included the climbs of Col de Saxel, Col de Cou, Col de Feu, Col de la Ramaz and Col de Joux Plane.
2024 Etape du Tour
The 2024 Étape du Tour was one of the most challenging in its history, taking place on July 7 2024. The event mirrored Stage 20 of the 2024 Tour de France, featured a 138km route that climbed nearly 4,600 metres through the stunning landscapes of the Alpes-Maritimes near Nice. Cyclists faced four major climbs including Col de Braus (1,002m), Col de Turini (1,607m), Col de la Colmiane (1,500m) and finally the Col de la Couillole (1,678m), the final mountain-top finish. The date was changed last minute due to French elections. Even though slightly shorter than the 2023 Etape, this was a tough stage with 4,600 metres of climbing over the 138-kilometre route.
2025 Etape du Tour
The 2025 Etape du Tour de France took place on Sunday 20 July 2025 departing from Albertville in the Savoie region of France. The stage of the 2025 Tour de France that was chosen was Stage 19 between Albertville and the ski resort of La Plagne. The route was 131km (80 miles) long with 4,500 metres of ascent and includes the climbs of the Col d’Hery-sur-Ugine, Col des Saisies, Col du Pré, Cormet de Roselend and finally the ascent to the ski resort of La Plagne.
2026 Etape du Tour Route Strava Routes | GPX files
2026 Etape du Tour
Itinerary
Day To Day
We offer airport transfers from the closest airport today which will be available to book as part of our packages. If you are travelling by car, we will advise of the hotels with the best parking facilities.
Group airport transfers
Today we offer regular group airport transfers and private transfers on request. When you make your booking, you can include the airport group transfer in your package. Please book a flight that arrives at least 1 hour before your transfer time.
Private transfers can be arranged at an additional cost. Please contact [email protected]
What about my bike?
You can bring your own bike as you can store it safely at the hotel. You can also rent a bike with us for the weekend. Our mechanic will be available this afternoon and early evening at our hub close to your hotel to assist you with fitting your rental bike or building your own bike after travel.
If you arrive early, there is time to collect your race number from the Expo and avoid the Saturday crowds. Our team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
An evening meal is included at our Half Board hotel.
If your hotel offers Bed & Breakfast, your evening is free to eat in one of the local restaurants.
For those who arrived yesterday we will be offering a supported guided ride with our knowledgeable guides who will also be able to give you tips on riding the Etape if you need them!
We also offer airport transfers today which will be available to book as part of our packages. If you are travelling by car, we will advise of the hotels with the best parking facilities.
Group airport transfers
Today we offer regular group airport transfers and private transfers on request. When you make your booking, you can include the airport group transfer in your package. Please book a flight that arrives at least 1 hour before your transfer time.
Private transfers can be arranged at an additional cost. Please contact [email protected]
What about my bike?
You can bring your own bike and can store it safely at the hotel.
Alternatively you can rent a bike with us for the weekend. Our mechanic will be available today at the hub near your hotel to assist you with fitting your rental bike or building your own bike after travel.
On arrival at your hotel our team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
If you arrive early, there is time to collect your race number from the Expo and avoid the Saturday crowds.
An evening meal is included at our Half Board hotel. If your hotel offers Bed & Breakfast, your evening is free to eat in one of the local restaurants.
After breakfast and any necessary bike mechanical work, we will take you on a supported, guided ride.
We’ll be back at the hotel in the afternoon for you to rest and get prepared for tomorrow. You can visit the Expo today to collect your race number.
Late afternoon our bike guides will do a race briefing, to talk you through the Etape day logistics and the route. For those who have bought a package this is when you will be able to give us your bag with your private nutrition for the feed stops.
For those of you on half board evening meal will be available in your hotel.
Expo Visit & Number Collection
Traditionally the Expo and bib collection is available on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
We have an early start this morning. Early breakfast is arranged in your hotel.
The Etape du Tour start is done in waves. You will be allocated a start pen and start time, along with a time that you must enter your start pen. Please note that Sportive Breaks has no influence on start pens or timings.
Start Location
For those staying near the start you can roll to the start in the morning.
For those guests who have booked a package close to the finish our team will be waiting by the start line to collect any extra clothing you might have taken to keep warm on your way down the mountain.
The 2027 Etape du Tour
Now is the time you have been training for! You can enjoy the ride and the rewarding challenges that it will bring with it as you make your way towards the finish line. Your starting pen will have been allocated by the race organisers and clearly indicated in your start pack.
With Sportive Breaks you can make the most of two private feed stations on the route where you can take on board nutrition and real food options.
The Etape du Tour has various cut-off points. You need to have passed each cut-off point at a certain time, otherwise you will be eliminated from the race. If you’re eliminated, your bike will go on a bike trailer to the finish, and you will be taken to the finish by bus.
After you finish
Following the completion of the Etape, we will welcome you at our Sportive Breaks Hub. We will have food, drink, and a massage waiting for you.
After breakfast we offer our optional transfers back to the airport
Private transfers can be arranged at an additional cost. Please contact [email protected]
Alternatively, you can make your own arrangements to depart today.
2027 Pre - Registration
Pre – Registration has now opened for the 2027 Etape du Tour. Secure your place on the start line and be the first to select your package before it goes on general sale.
The Etape du Tour stage is announced at the Tour de France announcement in October 2026.
After the route announcement, you will benefit from the following privileges:
- First pick of our 2027 Etape du Tour hotel packages with your entry at £150
- Option to change your entry to ‘Entry Only’ without a hotel package and pay £249 for your entry
- Option to cancel with a full refund if you no longer wish to do the 2027 Etape du Tour
Our notification list is also available to be kept up to date with our package updates.
If you have any questions, please contact our team [email protected]
You're in safe hands
We have a team of highly experienced professionals who have been organising cycling trips for over 25 years. We are members of ABTA and ATOL meaning you can book with confidence.
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Logistics covered
We know the routes, we know the roads. We know how the event works and the best hotels for the start and finish. We organise everything for you; transfers, bike transport, additional feed stops, rep support and more.
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