The 2026 Tour de France at Alpe d’Huez: how can you experience the event from the resort?
Published on 1 July 2026 – Written by Nadège
Is cycling in your blood? Would you like to experience the Tour de France to the full from the heights of Alpe d’Huez? It’s possible – and for amateur cyclists, it all kicks off on Sunday 19 July 2026!
This legendary race will once again take in some of the most beautiful roads in the Alps, as well as some of its toughest mountain passes, such as the Galibier (7% gradient). To soak up the unforgettable atmosphere of this sporting event, find out now about the 19th and 20th stages at Alpe d’Huez and book your accommodation via our user-friendly online platform!
This legendary race will once again take in some of the most beautiful roads in the Alps, as well as some of its toughest mountain passes, such as the Galibier (7% gradient). To soak up the unforgettable atmosphere of this sporting event, find out now about the 19th and 20th stages at Alpe d’Huez and book your accommodation via our user-friendly online platform!
Alpe d’Huez: a key stage of the 2026 Tour de France
This summer, there are three key dates to note for the 2026 Tour de France’s visit to Alpe d’Huez. The first is Sunday 19 July, a few days before the first Tour riders reach the finish.
However, this day is reserved for amateur cyclists who wish to test themselves on the same roads as the professionals. It’s also an opportunity for you to show your support for these deserving athletes on a legendary stage.
Then, we’ll officially see you on Friday 24 July at Alpe d’Huez, specifically at the 21 numbered bends, as this is an extraordinary sporting challenge! The following day, the athletes will set off from Bourg-d’Oisans to reach Alpe d’Huez once more, before the Tour de France’s final finish in Paris.
At the heart of the 2026 Tour de FranceA stage not to be missed at Alpe d'Huez in July!The 21 bends of Alpe d’Huez: why is it so legendary?
The reason the 21 bends of the Alpe d’Huez are so legendary is that they have all the ingredients of a great Tour de France stage, namely: a gruelling climb (over 1,000 m of elevation gain), breathtaking alpine scenery and a unique, lively atmosphere.
If you’d like to witness this iconic Tour de France climb in person, we’d advise you to book well in advance, particularly when it comes to your holiday accommodation.
If you’d like to witness this iconic Tour de France climb in person, we’d advise you to book well in advance, particularly when it comes to your holiday accommodation.
The reason it’s recommended to stay locally during the event is that the roads will be closed for the whole weekend. The ski lifts, however, will remain open, making it easier for you to reach the Tour’s stages at Alpe d’Huez from your holiday accommodation.
Stay right at the heart of the action by booking your accommodation in Alpe d’Huez
Whether you’d like to stay in the resort itself or in the surrounding villages of Alpe d’Huez, it’s important to book your accommodation well in advance. To help you do this, our booking platform offers a wide variety of hotels, holiday apartments, self-catering flats and traditional chalets to choose from.
In just a few clicks, you can organise your stay in the mountains during the Tour de France and enjoy a prime location, just a stone’s throw from the penultimate stages of the cycle race.
In just a few clicks, you can organise your stay in the mountains during the Tour de France and enjoy a prime location, just a stone’s throw from the penultimate stages of the cycle race.
To make things even easier, you can also book your summer activities (rock climbing, canyoning, etc.) via our online platform and plan your weekend or week all in one place: our marketplace!
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