The Tour de France is more than a cycling event, it’s a cultural and sporting phenomenon steeped in history, legends and drama. Whether you’re drawn to mountain stages, team strategies or the story of champions, the Tour delivers it all. On this page at Discover France you’ll find a preview of the Tour de France 2026 for men, a spotlight on the Women’s Tour de France 2026 (“tour de france femmes 2026”), and an exploration of the race’s heritage, from jersey colours to legendary winners.
This Loire Valley Cycling Tour was created to take you to another part of the region not covered by other trips, and do it at a reasonable rate. The...
5 Days / 4 Nights
Loire Valley
This tour starts any day of the year.
From 1228€
Trip : Cycling - Self Guided Tours, Hotel Version - Standard
Activity : Hybrid
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You will start your tour in St Guilhem le Desert (UNESCO site #1), a beautiful French village with one of the most amazing cloister in the world. The...
7 Days / 6 Nights
Languedoc
This tour starts any day of the year
From 2490€
Trip : Cycling - Self Guided Tours, Hotel Version - Standard
Activity : Hybrid
Level :
The Tour de France 2026 dates are set, with the grand start on 4 July in Barcelona marking the beginning of the 113th edition. Featuring 21 stages across approximately 3,333 km, this year’s race includes a dramatic team time trial and several challenging mountain stages. With a route designed to test every type of rider, the 2026 edition promises intense competition, standout performances, and memorable finishes.
The Women’s Tour de France 2026 brings renewed prestige to women’s cycling. Held from 1 to 9 August, this edition features 9 stages over a 1,175 km route crossing Switzerland and France. Riders will face a demanding course through the Jura, Massif Central and Alps, including iconic climbs and technical descents. With its full schedule, start date, detailed map and diverse stage profiles, this edition marks a major milestone in the evolution of the sport.
Since its inaugural race in 1903, the historic Tour de France has become a symbol of endurance, strategy and teamwork. Understanding how the Tour de France works involves exploring its format, the number of riders, and how teams collaborate over multiple cycling legs. The jersey colours in the Tour de France, such as the yellow jersey, green jersey and others, highlight the competition’s structure and rewards. Records like the most stage wins, standout time trials, mountain stage triumphs, and legendary champions have shaped its legacy. The history of the Tour reveals not only epic moments but also the evolution of teams and traditions that continue to define this iconic event.
Sophie specializes in sustainable travel and slow tourism. She explores the environmental impact of cycling holidays, promotes eco-conscious gear, and shares stories that celebrate the harmony between nature, heritage, and human-powered exploration.
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