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TOUR DE FRANCE 2026

4-11 July, 7 nights, includes grand fondo
6-11 July, 5 nights

UP CLOSE AT THE WORLD'S BIGGEST RACE!

This is the ultimate Tour de France experience! Watch the race from the roadside on multiple days, drink in the incredible atmosphere, and combine it with guided, supported rides on the same roads as the pros race. You receive a special souvenir jersey, too!

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In 2026 you will get to see a sprint finish in Pau and a mountain stage over the Col du Tourmalet, plus have the option to do this area's premier grand fondo, La Pyrénéenne, with our support.

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We will ride out together, stopping for lunch on the way, watch the race, and either ride back or jump in a vehicle depending on the day's stage.

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On the other riding days we will ride famous climbs and stage routes from this and previous Tours de France. You will be fully supported on the road, so all you need to carry is one bottle and your next homemade energy bar. Everything else you need will be in the follow car. The routes each day will have easier and harder options, depending on how your legs feel, and include Cols d’Aubisque and Soulor, Hautacam, Luz Ardiden, Col d’Aspin, Col du Tourmalet and more!

€3000 (7 nights, sharing twin room)
€2300 (5 nights, sharing twin room)

REVIEWS FOR TOUR DE FRANCE WEEK

“Whether you’re booking for Tour de France week or another Pyrenees adventure, Escape to the Pyrenees gets my highest recommendation - no hesitation. It’s not just a trip, it’s an experience that leaves a mark.”

Brad H, Canada, July 2025

ITINERARIES

7 nights

  1. Arrival day, bike set-up

  2. La Pyrénéenne grand fondo

  3. Guided and supported ride

  4. Guided and supported ride

  5. Ride out to TDF stage 5 finish

  6. Ride out to TDF stage 6 summit

  7. Guided and supported ride

  8. Departure day

5 nights

  1. Arrival day, bike set-up

  2. Guided and supported ride

  3. Ride out to TDF stage 5 finish

  4. Ride out to TDF stage 6 summit

  5. Guided and supported ride

  6. Departure day

Stage 5: Lannemezan - Pau

8 July 2026

TDF: ​158 km

Our ride:
92km, 1600m

Optional route:
151km, 2200m

This is your chance to see a sprint finish – you won't believe the speed!

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This stage runs parallel to the Pyrenees from Lannemezan to Pau, which will host the Tour for the 76th time. It's a rare flat stage in the 2026 route so we're certain to see the world's best sprinters battle for the win. 

 

We will ride out to Pau via the utterly spectacular Col du Soulor and Col d'Aubsique, then leave the bikes with the support car, change into soft shoes and walk to the race finish area to see the sprint. There will be big screens, too. 

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After the finish, you can watch the podium presentations and get photos and autographs with riders (easier than you might think). Then we'll meet a private bus to take us back to base. Anyone who wants to can ride the 60km home with your guide pulling on the front!

Stage 6: Pau - Gavarnie-Gèdre

9 July 2026

TDF: ​186 km

Our ride:
97km, 2100m

Optional route:
127km, 3100m

Watch the world's best riders take on one of the most famous climbs of all: the mighty Col du Tourmalet!

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This stage begins by running east across the toes of the Pyrenees, then cuts back west over the pretty Col d'Aspin and then the Goliath that is Tourmalet. After the descent, the route turns south to a new finish at Gavarnie-Gèdre, which we'll ride the next day.

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We'll ride out to climb Tourmalet from the far side, a few hours ahead of the race, with thousands of spectators already lining the road, which is an unforgettable experience. We'll watch the race from near the summit. Once the road reopens, the options will be to ride back to the house or climb the beautiful Luz Ardiden.

La Pyrénéenne grand fondo

7 July 2025

​Routes TBA
4 options
 

La Pyrénéenne is arguably the most prestigious grand fondo (or cyclo sportif) in the Pyrenees and it has options for everyone. The routes change each year, usually honouring an event from Tour de France history, and will be announced in the spring.

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You can count on having a choice of four distances, so there's a suitable challenge for everyone. In 2025, these ranged from 97km and 2100m up to 187km and 4900m!

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We will provide your event entry, nutrition, any transfers necessary, support on the road, and lots of local knowledge about the route. It'll be an epic start to your trip!

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR

  • Airport transfer from Lourdes or Pau

  • Guided rides each day

  • La Pyrénéenne grand fondo entry (7-night option)

  • Support vehicle with food, drink, spare clothing and tools

  • E2P souvenir cycling jersey, unique for TDF Week 2026

  • Accommodation, sharing a twin/double room (single rooms available at a supplemental cost)

  • Bike rental available and can be ready on arrival

  • Evening meal by a professional chef, three-courses, wine and beer included

  • Breakfast, huge and with lots of options

  • Homemade ride snacks and drinks

  • Picnic lunch mid-ride or roadside on spectating days

  • Homemade post-ride snacks and drinks

  • Use of secure garage, tools, track pump, cleaning kit

  • Laundry, as needed

  • Use of massage gun, foam rollers and yoga mats

  • Option to rent a bike and/or Garmin

  • And we have loads of spare gear you can borrow if you forget something
     

Please contact us with any questions you may have.

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Note: This is an unofficial spectating experience at the Tour de France. No official partnership is implied (see letour.fr for official events).

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