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Tour de France 2024 Route stage 7: Nuits-Saint-Georges - Gevrey-Chambertin

The Tour de France never before visited Gevrey-Chambertin, while Nuits-Saint-Georges was a finishing venue in 2017. Back then, the riders came from Troyes, a race of 213.5 kilometres, and Marcel Kittel took the spoils in a photo-finish sprint ahead of Edvald Boasson Hagen.

No photo finish will be needed this time, a clock will do in Nuits-Saint-Georges. The 7th stage of the Tour de France is a time trial through the rolling landscape of Burgundy.

The riders face one climb along the way. The Côte de Reulle-Vergy appears 10 kilometres into the race and goes uphill for 1.5 kilometres with an average gradient of 6.5%. The route continues to climb false flat for almost 4 kilometres before a downihll leads to Chambolle-Musigny. The rest of the route is flat.

The last Tour de France saw only one time trial, an 22.4 kilometres ITT from Passy to Combloux with the shirt and steep Côte de Domancy to pep things up. Jonas Vingegaard stormed to a commanding victory, 1.38 minutes ahead of Tadej Pogacar with Wout van Aert at 2.51 minutes in third.

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Tour de France: Philipsen denies Cavendish, completes hat-trick in Bordeaux

Van der Poel delivers another lead-out for Belgian as GC contenders get the day off

Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Deceuninck) once again proved himself to be the fastest sprinter at the Tour de France, taking out his third victory of the three stages for the fast men so far in the 2023 race.

Another stellar lead out from Mathieu van der Poel delivered Philipsen to a commanding victory - denying Mark Cavendish (Astana Qazaqstan) his 35th Tour stage win by a bike length.

The Manxman could be consoled by coming far closer to breaking the all-time record than in the previous two stages but, after hitting the wind too early, he found that he had no match to the acceleration of his Belgian rival.

Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty) also missed out on making history for Eritrea, finishing third.

"I think we can be proud of our team achievement. Without them it would never be possible to get this third stage win already," Philipsen said. "I'm just really proud of how they worked already and how we found each other in the final to do everything that we can to lead to success, I'm super happy and proud."

He acknowledged the challenge from Cavendish, who had the speed but perhaps not the timing to take a historic win.

"Cavendish was really strong, I would also love to see him win, like everybody," Philipsen said. "For sure he will keep on trying. He's up there and in good condition so it will be hard."

Despite a messy, technical run-in so riddled with turns and narrow roads that the UCI extended the 3km rule that keeps riders from losing time to crashes or mechanicals to 3.6km, there seemed to be few incidents.

Bora-Hansgrohe had control coming into the final kilometre but Van der Poel poked a hole with his unbeatable acceleration, squeezing Philipsen through the melee. Jayco-AlUla were no challenge and Dylan Groenewegen got boxed in, finishing fifth as Luca Mozzato (Arkéa-Samsic) snuck through.

Philipsen gave a nod to his team for getting him through the tricky finale in a perfect position.

"I think we were a very good group in the last 3k. And even Søren [Kragh Andersen] did an amazing pull and we still had Jonas [Rickaert] and Mathieu there, I was always on a good wheel and I never had to do a big effort I launched my sprint and that's how we win."

After being dubbed 'Jasper disaster' by his team, as revealed in the Netflix series Tour de France: Unchained , Philipsen has proved himself to be anything but, and now holds a huge 88-point lead in the points classification. But he's not calling the green jersey won, yet.

"If you told me this one week ago, I would think you were crazy. So far, it's a dream for us and hopefully, we can continue and add another one. From now on, I'm looking to Paris also.

"From now on, it's a goal I think to try to take this to Paris but we're only a week in, it's still a long and tough Tour we'll just see. I'll try to enjoy the moment."

How it unfolded

Riders of the Tour de France donned ice vests and topped off with hydration before stage 7 to Bordeaux, the 80th time the city hosted a finish in the event's history. Before the stage, negotiations between the CPA riders' union and the UCI commissaires led to an agreement to extend the 3km rule to 3.6km due to two tricky turns in the finale.

That meant the sprinters could unfurl their lead-outs without the overall Tour de France contenders fighting to hold position through the technical run-in, which was expected to be quite fast with a strong tailwind blowing along the river Garonne.

The heat sapped the impetus from most of the peloton and the usual fight for the breakaway melted into a languid roll-out from Mont-de-Marsan. Nelson Oliveira (Movistar), Jonas Abrahamsen (Uno-X), Simon Guglielmi (Arkéa-Samsic) and Mathieu Burgaudeau (TotalEnergies) clipped off the front of the bunch but before long, Oliveira and Abrahamsen, then Burgaudeau all opted to sit up.

That left poor Gugliemi to cover half of the stage on his own. He didn't have to try too hard as the peloton let his lead balloon out to 6:30 in the first 20km. The sprinters' teams put their sails up into the tailwind and steadily traveled toward Bordeaux, slowly whittling the gap down until they had a reason to burn a match or two.

The intermediate sprint in Grignols rousted the peloton from its daze. Mads Pedersen (Lidl-Trek) led out the sprint but wasn't willing to pour too much energy into it, and faded back as Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty) took the 17 points for second place ahead of Philipsen.

By that point, the gap to poor Gugliemi was under one minute and, after a few kilometres, Nans Peters (AG2R-Citroën) and Pierre Latour (TotalEnergies) bridged across and edged the gap back out over a minute.

However, a massive injection of pace from Ineos Grenadiers before the sole classified climb, the Côte de Béguey (1.2km at 4.4%) with 39km to go forced the leaders to accelerate in turn, and Gugliemi found his limits and unhitched his car from the Peters/Latour train.

After the climb, Gugliemi returned to the peloton as the pace rose from a simmer to a gentle boil, with the tailwind propelling the race along. The gap stayed steady as the breakaway responded to every acceleration behind until Soudal-QuickStep finally came forward with 22.5km to go and lined the bunch out single file in a cross-tailwind.

Back into the tailwind along the river Garonne, the speed of the chasing bunch began to swing the balance and the gap fell under one minute.

The peloton was tightly bunched at the front as the lead-out trains assembled, so much so that Cavendish narrowly avoided sparking a crash when he bumped Jasper De Buyst (Lotto Dstny) before offering a quick apology.

Peters and Latour continued to keep the chase at bay but their effort was a flat-out two-man time trial against an unusual cooperation between the various trains. A big pull from 'the tractor' Tim Declercq (Soudal-QuickStep) nudged their lead under the 30-second mark before 10km to go.

A series of roundabouts and traffic islands didn't slow the chase at all as the GC teams Jumbo-Visma and Ineos Grenadiers surged to keep their contenders safe. They had the escape duo in sight with 6km to go and Peters decided the fight wasn't worth it and sat up, leaving Latour in a futile battle against a concerted chase and he was soon caught, too.

Jumbo-Visma could have pulled off after the safety mark of 3.6km to go but kept Vingegaard at the front until the road straightened out. Then, Alpecin-Deceuninck and the other sprint trains came out to play on a narrow run-in.

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2024 TOUR DE FRANCE STAGE 7 : Time Trial

25 km (15.5 mi)  / 296 m (970’)

NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES  > GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN (July 5)

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STAGE 7 DETAILS AND STATISTICS

• Location:    Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region, France
• Distance:   24.9 kilometers / 15.5 miles
• Altitude Gained: 296 meters / 970’ - third least in the 2023 Tour
• Percentage Grade:
• 41% (10.3 kilometers/6.4miles ) descent
• 53% (13.2  kilometers/8.2 miles) 0-5%
• 6% (1.4 kilometers/.9 miles) 5-10%
• 500 meters 7.3% / ¼ mile 7.4%
• 1 Kilometer 7.2% / 1 mile 6.2%
• Highest Point on the Route:  459 meters / 1,507
• Lowest Point on the Route:   240 meters / 789’

COMMENTS FROM RACE DIRECTOR CHRISTIAN PRUDHOMME - STAGE 7:

“Great wines for great riders! But before venturing into the heart of the vineyards, the time trial specialists will spend almost two-thirds of this time trial on forest roads. The climb of the Côte de Curtil-Vergy (1.6km at 6.1%), which comes in the final section, will test their tolerance to pain. On the face of it, there shouldn’t be any big gaps between the best riders, but who knows?” ( Tour de France Stage 7 ).

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Tour de France Stage 7 Preview: A Long Day Out With a Wicked Finish

The Tour’s longest stage in 21 years should provide exciting racing in the mountains.

Stage 7 - Vierzon to le Creusot– 249.1km - Friday, July 2

Aside from crashes, the Tour de France’s opening week has been notable for the distance traveled between the Grand Depart in Brittany and its first mountain stages this weekend, in the Alps. To get riders from one spot in the country to the major set pieces of the race like the Alps and Pyrenees requires long transitional stages, but Stage 7 is unusual even by those standards.

After 161km of racing—which, it’s worth noting, is already longer than two of the stages done so far—things get spicy with a short Category 3 climb, the Côte de Château-Chinon. Four more climbs follow, most notably a Category 2 ascent, the Signal d’Uchon, at 231km in. It doesn’t look that bad on paper, at 5.7km long with a 5.7-percent average gradient. But after a relatively gentle start and short downhill in the middle, the final two kilometers are 9.4 and 13.1 percent grades, respectively, and it pitches to 18 percent at one point. Coming relatively close to the finish, that’s where we’d expect the winning move to launch.

Here’s how that’s likely to play out: we will probably see an early breakaway go clear, and this one, in contrast to recent days, may be sizeable. We’ll also likely see a split peloton develop on the climbs. If the time gap is around five minutes or less at that point, there will be a second breakaway that forms late in the race, as riders try to bridge to the early move and use it as a springboard for a stage win. A slight downhill from the last climb gives way to an up-down final 5km and one sharp switchback corner at 1.5km to go.

Even as the action goes off upfront, keep an eye on the main group of contenders on the Signal d'Uchon climb. Normally we wouldn’t expect gaps to develop among the GC contenders on short climbs, but the steepest part of the Uchon ascent—coming so late in the stage and after a stressful week of racing that has left numerous riders nursing injuries from crashes —could produce splits. If that does happen, expect zero mercy from any rivals. Strange things happen when races go past 225km long; riders who normally go well find their legs empty, while others find another gear. We don’t know exactly who will come out on top, but it should be an exciting day on Tour.

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This is a day tailor-made for Lotto-Soudal’s Thomas de Gendt. He’s a long-range breakaway specialist and tried to get clear today but was caught. Lotto’s had a tough week, losing sprinter Caleb Ewan to a crash and with Brent van Moer’s heartbreaking catch with just 250 meters to go in Stage 4. A stage win here would be just what they need, so expect him to have plenty of company. A later-race move may come from riders who excel at the Ardennes Classics : Israel Start-Up Nation’s Dan Martin and Michael Woods are two to watch. Trek-Segafredo’s Vincenzo Nibali and Toms Skujins and BikeExchange’s Simon Yates are other possible attackers. Among the overall contenders, watch for any signs of weakness in riders battling injuries, like Jumbo-Visma’s Primož Roglič or Geraint Thomas of INEOS Grenadiers.

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Friday should be a slow build, but the final third or so promises to be riveting viewing. If you want to watch it all unfold, starting your stream a little before 9 a.m. Eastern will get you all of the final climbs. The last 50km from Autun should be around 10 a.m. and comprise the last three climbs. But absolutely-definitely get your stream rolling by 10:30 to catch the Signal d’Uchon ascent and the final 20 kilometers.

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Pogačar wins Tour de France stage 7 to extend lead to 35s

Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. Denmark’s Jonas Vingegaard finished second. (AP Photo/Daniel Cole)

Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, reacts after winning the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (Anne-Christine Poujoulat/Pool Photo via AP)

Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey drinks as he rides in the pack during the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start in Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

People take pictures of riders in the pack with Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, during the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start in Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, crosses the finish line ahead of Denmark’s Jonas Vingegaard to win the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Daniel Cole)

Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, poses at the start of the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start in Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Germany’s Lennard Kaemna clims La Super Planche des Belles Fille during the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start in Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

The pack rides between trees during the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start in Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the seventh stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 176.5 kilometers (109.7 miles) with start Tomblaine and finish in La Super Planche des Belles Filles, France, Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Daniel Cole)

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LA PLANCHE DES BELLES FILLES, France (AP) — From the moment Tadej Pogačar heard the Tour de France would return to the summit of La Planche des Belles Filles this year, he wanted to win there again.

The Slovenian pulled if off on Friday in a nail-biting finish on the steep gravel slope of the mountain where he took the yellow jersey for the first time in 2020.

Victory in the first summit finish of this year’s Tour extended his lead after taking over the yellow jersey on Thursday.

“It was in my mind already a really, really long time, maybe since the route was already (revealed). It was a big, big goal to win today,” Pogačar said.

Pogačar caught, first, Lennard Kämna, who came agonizingly close to a breakaway win, and then Jonas Vingegaard with one last sprint at the top of La Planche des Belles Filles, a ski resort in the Vosges mountains of eastern France, near the German border. Pogačar had his family watching on and had extra motivation to win to mark the launch of his own cancer research foundation on Friday.

“It was really, really difficult, especially in the end, the last part. When Jonas attacked, he was so strong,” Pogačar said. “I had to push to the finish line.”

He started the 176-kilometer (109-mile) stage with a four-second lead over Neilson Powless and ended it with a 35-second advantage over Vingegaard. “A little bit is always good, but still, we know in cycling no gap is enough,” was the verdict of Pogačar, who praised Danish rider Vingegaard as “probably the best climber in the world” at the moment.

Geraint Thomas, the 2018 Tour winner, sat third, 1 minute, 10 seconds back, and his Ineos Grenadiers teammate Adam Yates was 8 seconds further behind.

American rider Powless, Aleksandr Vlasov and Daniel Martinez were among the general classification contenders who lost time.

Kämna, who rode to a stunning stage win in the Alps in 2020, was part of a seven-man breakaway heading into the mountains and clung on to the lead solo for almost all of the last three kilometers. He placed fourth behind Pogačar, Vingegaard and Vingegaard’s teammate Primož Roglič, who was racing in pain after dislocating his shoulder when he crashed into a bale of straw on Wednesday.

“The pain after my crash the day before yesterday is no excuse for me and I refuse to give up. I will keep fighting no matter what. The recovery will improve day by day,” he said.

The mountain hits a 24% gradient near the top and the last section is on gravel, making it one of the Tour’s most fearsome climbs. The mountain was the site of Pogačar’s breakout moment on the 2020 Tour, when he took the yellow jersey from fellow Slovenian Roglič on the penultimate stage in a time trial and went on to win the race. Pogačar won the Tour again in 2021.

It’s the second time Pogačar has taken back-to-back stages after victory in stages 17 and 18 in the Pyrenees last year.

Saturday’s eighth stage is a hilly 186-kilometer route from Dole in eastern France to Lausanne in Switzerland.

The race ends on July 24 in Paris.

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• Date: 04 September 2020
• Start time: 13:35
• Avg. speed winner: 47.54 km/h
• Race category: ME - Men Elite
• Distance: 168 km
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Tour de France 2022 Stage 7 preview: Route map and profile of summit finish atop Planche des Belles Filles

Stage 7 of the 2022 Tour de France offers up the first summit finish for the general classification contenders to fight over, and an opportunity for Tadej Pogacar to stamp his authority on the race once more.

Pogacar powered clear to win stage 6 in emphatic style and the reigning champion is already looking good for a third yellow jersey.

La Super Planche des Belles Filles (7km at 8.7% average gradient) has become a modern classic on the Tour. It is where Chris Froome won in 2012 and where Pogacar took control of the 2020 edition, and the Slovenian 23-year-old could come to the fore once more to make a statement, and even snatch the yellow jersey as he attempts to win his third successive Tour.

‘The Plank’ gets steeper as it rises towards the finish line, ending on a 24% gradient which will sort the hardy climbers from the rest. It comes after two category three climbs: the Col de Grosse Pierre (3.1km at 6.4%) and Col des Croix (3.2km at 6.3%) and the stage winner will require sharp bike-handling on the descents as well as strong legs on the way up.

A breakaway of serious climbers could stick it out to the end but typically this stage has served up a contest between the GC riders, and tends to offers an early indication of who might be strongest when it comes to the highest climbs of the Alps and Pyrenees.

Pogacar is the favourite here, while riders like Dan Martinez and Geraint Thomas (Ineos), Jonas Vingegaard and Primoz Roglic ( Jumbo-Visma ), and Ben O’Connor (Ag2R) are all contenders – the Australian O’Connor won a first-week mountain stage on last year’s Tour. For an outside bet, how about Nairo Quintana who tends to grab a mountain stage at some point, albeit normally at higher altitude than this route.

Stage 7 profile

Stage 7 start time.

The stage is scheduled to begin at around 12.15pm BST and should finish around 4:30pm BST.

How to watch on TV and online

Tour de France coverage can be found this year on ITV4, Eurosport, Discovery+ and GCN+ (Global Cycling Network).

Live racing each day will be shown on ITV4 before highlights typically at 7pm each day. ITV’s website lists timings here .

Eurosport and GCN+ will show every minute of every stage. More on Eurosport’s coverage here and the GCN+ coverage here .

It is also being shown on Eurosport’s Discovery+ streaming service, with broadcast info here .

2024 Tour de France Spectator

July 2, 2024 to july 8 2024.

Join our ‘Viewing and Vineyards’ Spectator Tour for 7 thrilling days, merging the Tour de France excitement with French winemaking. Explore Burgundy’s vineyards, witness race highlights, and visit prestigious Champagne Houses. Enjoy wine tastings, cultural immersions, and local cuisine, connecting with fellow enthusiasts. The journey ends in Troyes, capturing the Tour’s essence. Depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport with cherished memories and newfound friendships from this captivating Tour de France and wine heritage experience.

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• 7 Days (6 Nights)
• All Breakfasts, 5 Dinners, 2 Wine Tastings
• Support Vehicle
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Twin Share $5600

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Paris, France , July 8, 2024

Group Size: 20 guests – 3 staff

Accommodation: 3 to 4-star hotels, twin share, optional single supplement when booking

Spectator Only Tour: Our Spectator Tour de France tours cater only to spectators. Our main focus is watching the race and immersing ourselves in the culture of the regions we visit. This trip is aimed at those with a keen interest in the Tour de France as our trip follows the excitement and fanfare of the Tour de France. It also indulges in the culture of each region when we aren’t at the race.

• Buffet breakfast daily
• 3 course evening meals on 5 nights
• 2 wine tastings, Burgundy and Champagne
• Wine at welcome and farewell dinners
• Transport throughout on our luxury coach
• 6 nights accommodation at 3 & 4 Star hotels
• Scheduled arrival transfers at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
• Scheduled departure from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
• Hosted by our experienced tour guides and professional drivers
• Champagne and Wine tours
• See 4 stages of the 2024 Tour de France including stage starts, finishes and ITT
• Experience and stay in the famous wine regions of Burgundy and Champagne
• Finish in Paris
• Stay at 3 and 4 star accommodation
• World class wine and culinary experiences

Price: AUD $5600 (twin share)

Single Supplement:  AUD $830 – Limited Single Rooms Available

Note:  All trip costs are per person, not including airfare, and are based on two persons per room. If traveling alone we will match you with a person to share. Alternatively, you may choose to have a room of your own by paying a single supplement.

Note:  It is a requirement of Bikestyle Tours that you have  Travel Insurance  for your trip.

For over 27 years, Bikestyle Tours has crafted immersive experiences at the Tour de France. Join us to explore France’s finest wine-making regions and witness the thrilling 111th Tour up close. This adventure promises an exquisite blend of French cuisine, scenic landscapes, and the grandeur of the Tour de France, featuring four exhilarating race viewings, including a pivotal Individual Time Trial.

Tailored for Tour de France and culture aficionados, this adventure seamlessly blends the excitement of Tour de France spectating with luxurious wine and gastronomic explorations in the world’s premier wine regions. Commencing in Lyon, we dive into the heart of the Burgundy wine region, granting access to stage starts and finishes, including the crucial Individual Time Trial. While the Tour progresses to Troyes, our journey takes us north to Champagne, where we immerse ourselves in renowned Champagne houses before witnessing the race in Troyes. The grand finale awaits in the enchanting city of Paris, celebrated worldwide for its art, fashion, culinary delights, and diverse cultural heritage.

See the 111th Tour de France on 4 occasions

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Stage 7 ★★★★☆, ITT

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Stage 9 ★★★☆☆, Sprint

Bienvenue en France

• Date Tuesday 2 July 2024
• Location Côte d'Or, France

At Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, our staff will welcome you at 2pm. We’ll transfer to accommodations nestled amid the picturesque Côte d’Or vineyards, offering proximity to renowned Burgundy winemakers and the Tour de France. The region boasts a prestigious winemaking history, situated along the western banks of the Saone and producing some of the most  sought-after vintages. Our welcome dinner promises a delightful immersion into local wine and cuisine, allowing you to savour Burgundy’s distinctive flavours while fostering connections among fellow enthusiasts and guides.

• Collection from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport at 2pm
• Stay in wine region along the Saone River
• Welcome Dinner (including wine)

Burgundy Winemakers

• Date Wednesday 3 July 2024

Today marks a cultural immersion in the Burgundy Winemakers’ realm as the riders approach. Delve into the region’s essence with a wine tasting at a local vineyard, exploring Burgundy’s celebrated viticulture heritage. Known for producing esteemed varietals like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, this experience offers insight into the wine-making mastery deeply rooted in the area.

Later, our evening unfolds with a special dinner at a local restaurant, inviting you to savour the flavours and culinary prowess of Côte d’Or. Enjoy a gastronomic journey, experiencing the rich and diverse cuisine this region is renowned for. This day seamlessly combines the excitement of the Tour de France with an authentic exploration of Burgundy’s wine culture and gastronomy.

• Wine tasting and tour of Burgundy Winemakers
• Dinner in the Côte d’Or

The Action of the TDF

• Date Thursday 4 July 2024

Following our French cultural immersion, today is all about the thrill of the Tour de France. We embark on an exhilarating journey to the stage start in Macon, witnessing the riders’ departure. Quickly advancing along the route, we aim to catch their arrival in Dijon, ensuring an action-packed day fully immersed in the energy and excitement of the Tour de France.

• Stage start in Macon
• Stage finish in Dijon

Race Against Time

• Date Friday 5 July 2024

Today brings another day amongst the Tour de France, this time it’s the ‘time trial’. As the riders compete against the clock, we’ll explore the starting area, observing them as they warm up for this challenging test. It’s an excellent opportunity to witness the race and indulge in the latest bike tech, especially for the enthusiasts. Post-stage, the evening offers free time to explore the village, providing opportunities to savour beautiful local cuisine and immerse in the charming surroundings.

See the ITT at Nuits Saint Georges

Champagne Houses

• Date Saturday 6 July 2024
• Location Champagne, France

Today, while journeying north toward the prestigious Champagne winegrowing region, we’ll capture the race fervour at Semur en Auxois for another thrilling stage start. As we savour the race excitement, we’ll continue our path to Champagne, known for its legendary Champagne Houses. This region boasts a rich history dating back centuries, with a unique mastery in producing the world-renowned sparkling wine.

Upon arrival, a visit to a Champagne House offers a fascinating tour and tasting, allowing an immersion into the intricate processes and traditions that contribute to Champagne’s global fame. The evening culminates with a delightful dinner, providing a chance to unwind while cherishing the day’s blend of race thrill and Champagne’s exquisite wine heritage.

• Stage start in Semur en Auxois
• Champagne House tour and tasting

White roads of Troyes

• Date Sunday 7 July 2024

Today marks the pinnacle of our Tour de France action. We journey to Troyes, for both the start and finish of Stage 9. Excitement fills the air as riders confront the challenge of the region’s white gravel roads, adding a thrilling dimension to the race. GC riders strategise on these stages to avoid positional setbacks.

We’ll witness the electric start and dramatic finish in Troyes, immersing in the vibrant town atmosphere throughout the day. As the sun sets, we come together for a final dinner, a celebratory gathering to honour our journey. The day encapsulates the essence of the Tour’s excitement, offering a memorable conclusion to our adventure.

• Stage Start in Troyes
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• Date Monday 8 July 2024
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As you head towards your next destination, take with you the memories, experiences, and the camaraderie forged during our remarkable Tour de France adventure. Bon voyage!

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Tour de France 2023: our selection of the most beautiful mountain stages

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Reading time: 0 min Published on 4 December 2023, updated on 15 April 2024

The most famous cycle race in the world, the Tour de France will be taking to the skies once again this year, as the 3,404km and 21 stages will take in all 5 of France's mountain ranges! The Pyrenees, the Auvergne volcanoes, the Jura mountains, the Alps and the Vosges massif... The peloton has plenty of pedalling to do and plenty of climbing to do. The grandiose landscapes, the high altitude finishes and the dizzying descents promise to be emotional highs. To experience the highs (and lows) of the Grand Loop, saddle up with our selection of the most beautiful mountain stages.

From Tarbes to Cauterets-Cambasque, the Pyrenees take centre stage

After 3 stages on the Spanish side, welcome to the French Pyrenees! First there's Bayonne and the Basque country, Dax and its thermal baths, Pau and its beautiful castle where King Henry IV was born. And then there's Tarbes, with its breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, its palm-lined streets (yes, yes!) and its gourmet markets. The riders of the 2023 Tour de France will need a lot of courage to tear themselves away from this gentle way of life and tackle the climbs of the Aspin and terrible Tourmalet cols . The reward for all this climbing is a finish on the Cambasque plateau, overlooking the charming resort of Cauterets, in the heart of the Pyrenees National Park, where the Pic du Midi is enthroned. Want to cool off? Try the hike to the peaceful Lac d'Ilhéou . In a green setting with magnificent views and waterfalls, picnics and swimming...

The Puy de Dôme, a feast for the eyes in Auvergne

The ascent of Puy de Dôme, the undisputed star of the Auvergne, will be one of the highlights of the 2023 Tour de France! The youngest and highest volcano in the Puys chain has not featured on the itinerary for 35 years. Taking on this fearsome and majestic peak and finishing with a 360° view over the gentle rolling hills of the Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne is sure to motivate many a rider! But did you know that you can also climb this peaceful giant by mule track or on board the Panoramique des Dômes, a picturesque little cogwheel train? In just 15 minutes, you'll be transported to an altitude of 1,465 m, with the 80 volcanoes of the Puy range and the Limagne fault (listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site at your feet. To complete a stage that's full of fireworks, the Vulcania Park is not far away! Who can beat that?

Breathtaking escapes in the Jura

Expect to fall under the spell of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne! Just 1 hour from Lyon and the Monts du Beaujolais, this small town in the Ain département, from which the Tour de France 2023 peloton will set off on 14 July, is a delightful medieval town. With its pink stone houses, flower-bedecked bridges and old market hall housing one of France's most popular traditional markets, it is also the gateway to the Dombes region, a paradise for fish farmers and birdwatchers with its landscapes of water and ponds. Take advantage of this area on foot, by boat or, ideally, by bike (it's flat!), before taking to the heights of the Montagnes du Jura , just a stone's throw away. The Pyramide du Bugey, from the top of which you can see Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva, is a must-see. The Tour de France riders attack it via the Col du Grand Colombier. At top speed. Take your time, the panorama is well worth it!

In the Alps, between lakes and legendary passes

It's doubtful that the riders will enjoy the view of Lake Geneva as they take their first pedal to the metal in the Alps at Annemasse on stage 14 of the Tour de France 2023. We recommend this one, though, as well as the view of Lake Annecy and its turquoise waters. Then it's time for a series of twists and turns and climbs to the legendary passes of the Alps, including the famous Col du Feu, an unprecedented climb for the peloton. At an altitude of 1,000 metres, in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area, the stage finish in Morzine won't dampen the spirits of those who love nature. In summer, the little village resort in the Alps is an ideal playground for lovers of outdoor activities : a stroll along the Dérêches river, swimming in Lake Montriond, canyoning or via ferrata... the hardest thing will be to choose.

From Gets to Saint-Gervais, Mont Blanc in your sights

For the first time since its creation, the Tour de France will start from Les Gets. Well-known to mountain bikers (the World Championships were held there in 2022), the pretty Alpine resort will kick off a 15th stage during which you'll need to have plenty of breath. The Col de la Forclaz-Montmin is on the programme. So allow yourself a break at its belvedere for a bird's-eye view of Lake Annecy before setting off again for Saint-Gervais, at the foot of Mont-Blanc. If you want to reach the highest peak in the Alps, this village resort, with its well-preserved heritage and traditions, is the ideal place to stop. And its thermal baths, renowned for the many benefits of their waters, set the well-being at the summit in a magnificent green setting.

Courchevel, star of the Alps

The regulars call it Courch' and they come and go summer and winter as connoisseurs, just like the Tour de France caravan which is visiting the Savoyard resort for the 4th time. Welcome to the pinnacle of top-of-the-range skiing in the Alps, at the heart of the Three Valleys ski area. Courchevel tops the list not only for the size of its ski area (Méribel and Val Thorens are its famous neighbours) but also for its range of hotels (no fewer than 5 mountain palaces , from the Apogée to the Cheval Blanc, not forgetting the K2 Palace, Airelles and the Hôtel Barrière Les Neiges) and restaurants. So, with its 6 hamlets and the surrounding area, the resort has a lot to offer. Take a selfie at the top of La Saulire, take a stroll down to Lac de la Rosière, cycle down the Bike Park, spend the night in the Lacs Merlet refuge or hike through the heart of the Vallée des Avals... You're going to love it!

Full steam ahead in the Vosges

Between the Lorraine plateau and the Alsace plain, the Vosges massif lives up to its reputation: a perfect blend of nature, wide open spaces, traditions and local produce, crafts and fine cheeses. Between the Grand Ballon d'Alsace and the Petit Ballon, via the famous Col de la Schlucht, the Tour de France 2023 will be taking a break from the normality of the mountains, with a new finish on the slopes of the Markstein, in the welcoming family resort of Marlstein Fellering. In the heart of the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park , you can enjoy bucolic hikes, tobogganing in the mountain pastures, paragliding with a view, and mountain biking (or mountain bikes) in a landscape of absolute serenity. And for those with a sweet tooth, July is the peak of blueberry season (and the season for tarts in the farm inns).

And (finally) Paris.... and the Olympics!

Will the riders be in Olympic form for the triumphant finish on the Champs-Elysées on 23 July 2023? Just one year ahead of the 2024 Olympics in Paris , the route will certainly provide a magnificent prologue to the sporting event. Starting in Saint-Quentin en Yvelines, all the future Olympic venues in the Yvelines département will be on the peloton's final route. A gigantic loop will join the Colline d'Elancourt (where the mountain bike events will take place), the Golf National in Guyancourt and the Château de Versailles , which will host the equestrian events and part of the modern pentathlon competitions. A prestigious line-up of finishers for a Tour de France 2023 that's sure to be at the top of its game!

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Plus que 2 mois pour faire comme le Peloton du Tour de France

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Mêmes routes, villes hôtes, cols mythiques et même conditions de course : L’Étape du Tour de France propose de rouler l’une des étapes de montagne du Tour de France. Cet été, l’épreuve se déroule dimanche 7 juillet 2024 entre Nice et le Col de la Couillole. France Bleu Azur est partenaire.

Elle est pour beaucoup LE rendez-vous de l’année et sert de motivation pour sortir le vélo du garage et aller rouler, quelles que soient les conditions. Dimanche 7 juillet 2024, L’Étape du Tour de France sera donc sur les routes des Alpes-Maritimes, entre Nice et le Col de la Couillole.

Le même parcours que le peloton du Tour de France

Sauf que le peloton lui empruntera le parcours samedi 20 juillet, il s’agira alors de la 20ème et avant-dernière étape du Tour de France 2024 qui voit son arrivée - pour la première fois de son histoire en dehors de Paris ... à Nice  !

138 kilomètres pimentés

Nice / Col de la Couillole = 138 kilomètres pimentés par 4 600 m de dénivelé positif, sur des routes entièrement fermées et dans des conditions qui sont donc uniques.

Après quelques kilomètres vers le nord pour sortir de Nice, la pente s’élèvera rapidement vers le col de Braus et ses réputés virages en épingle qui ouvrent le panorama sur de grandioses paysages et la Méditerranée à l’horizon. 10 kilomètres d’ascension. Avant de basculer vers Sospel dont la place Saint-Michel rappellera aux plus cinéphiles les décors de grands films comme Le Masque de Fer ou Fanfan la Tulipe.

À peine le temps d’apprécier et l’effort deviendra à nouveau intense avec les premières pentes du  col de Turini , « terrain de jeu » privilégié de tous les cyclosportifs de la région avec 20,7 km de montée à 5,7%. Déjà emprunté à quatre reprises par le Tour de France, Louison Bobet fut le premier à le franchir en tête, en 1948 . En 2019 , le Colombien Egan Bernal y avait endossé le maillot jaune sur Paris-Nice. Nul doute que la plupart des coureurs de L’Étape du Tour de France prendront le temps de contempler les nombreux points de vue proposés tout au long de l’ascension.

Le peloton se dirigera alors vers la vallée de la Vésubie. Les coureurs entameront la traversée de Roquebillière puis de Saint-Martin-Vésubie en direction du  col de la Colmiane , lieu d’arrivée de trois étapes de Paris-Nice.

Au sommet, qui recevra le Tour de France pour la quatrième fois, le compteur affichera déjà près de 100 kilomètres. Les participants découvriront ensuite le Parc du Mercantour , y traverseront de sublimes villages comme Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée , avec ses vieilles maisons en pierres rouge. Les coureurs profiteront de la descente pour retrouver quelques forces avant l’ultime effort : 15,7 km d’ascension à 7,1% vers la ligne d’arrivée, au col de la Couillole, à 1 678 mètres d’altitude.

Christian Prudhomme : "Les participants devront être bien préparés"

Christian Prudhomme, directeur du Tour de France indique que «  si le kilométrage de cette étape semble raisonnable, ce serait une erreur de penser que cette 32e édition de L’Étape du Tour de France sera moins ardue que celles qui ont pu avoir lieu dans les Alpes notamment. Avec quatre ascensions pour 4 600 m de dénivelé, des descentes où la vigilance et la concentration devront être au maximum et très peu de moments de récupération, les participants devront être bien préparés et surtout bien gérer leur effort ”. Il reste deux mois.

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