Tour de France Femmes 2026: Nine Stages, One Epic Journey
The 2026 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift is the biggest edition yet. Covering 1,175 km over nine stages, the race begins in Lausanne, Switzerland, and finishes in Nice, France, featuring the first-ever women's Tour summit finish on the legendary Mont Ventoux and a decisive finale in the hills above the Côte d'Azur. Le Tour Femmes
Stage 1 – Lausanne > Lausanne (138 km)
The race opens with an exciting circuit around the Olympic city of Lausanne. Punchy climbs and technical descents ensure the opening yellow jersey will be earned through aggressive racing rather than a simple bunch sprint. Le Tour Femmes
Stage 2 – Aigle > Genève (147.9 km)
Starting from the home of the UCI World Cycling Centre, the peloton heads towards Geneva. Fast roads favour powerful riders, but crosswinds and positioning will keep every team alert. Le Tour Femmes
Stage 3 – Genève > Poligny (156.5 km)
The race crosses into France through rolling terrain. This demanding stage offers opportunities for breakaway specialists while the general classification contenders remain vigilant before the decisive days ahead. Le Tour Femmes
Stage 4 – Gevrey-Chambertin > Dijon (21 km Individual Time Trial)
Precision replaces teamwork as riders battle the clock. Every second counts in this individual time trial, making it one of the most important days for the overall classification. Le Tour Femmes
Stage 5 – Mâcon > Belleville-en-Beaujolais (140 km)
Eight classified climbs through the Beaujolais vineyards create an explosive stage. Climbers, puncheurs and all-rounders all have a chance to shine. cyclingnews.com
Stage 6 – Montbrison > Tournon-sur-Rhône (153.4 km)
A challenging transition stage across central France demands tactical awareness. Teams must balance breakaway ambitions with protecting their leaders before the mountains arrive. Le Tour Femmes
Stage 7 – La Voulte-sur-Rhône > Mont Ventoux (146.8 km)
The Queen Stage. For the first time in Tour de France Femmes history, the race climbs to the summit of Mont Ventoux, one of cycling's most iconic mountains. Here, the strongest climbers will battle for yellow on slopes that have defined cycling legends for generations. cyclingnews.com
Stage 8 – Sisteron > Nice (171.9 km)
The longest stage of the race takes the peloton into the French Riviera. While classified as a flatter stage, fatigue and distance make it anything but easy, offering one last opportunity for strong breakaways or resilient sprinters. Le Tour Femmes
Stage 9 – Nice > Nice (99.2 km)
The grand finale features multiple ascents around Nice, including repeated climbs of the Col d'Èze, guaranteeing an exciting conclusion where every attack could reshape the final podium. cyclingnews.com
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As the world's best female cyclists write another chapter in the history of the Tour de France Femmes, partnerships built on innovation and performance continue to make the difference—because every climb, every corner and every second counts.