3 L’Étape Series events to prepare for L’Étape du Tour de France
L’Étape du Tour de France is set to be one of the most challenging in recent years and requires proper preparation.
With more than 30 events worldwide, L’Étape Series by Tour de France offers the ideal opportunity to test yourself and fine-tune your preparation in the weeks leading up to L’Étape du Tour de France. Here are 3 perfect opportunities to challenge yourself and get ready before race day:
L’Étape Piemonte – 31 May 2026: Conquer the Italian Alps Near the French Border
Taking place in Entracque, just a short distance from the French border, L’Étape Piemonte is an ideal event to fine-tune your preparation for L’Étape du Tour de France.
The 130 km course, with between 2,500 and 3,000 meters of elevation gain, offers a demanding profile that will seriously test your endurance and climbing abilities. Raced on fully closed roads, it delivers an authentic Tour de France experience set against the spectacular mountain scenery of the Piemonte region.
L’Étape Czech Republic – 13 June 2026: Ride the Tour de France Spirit in the Heart of Prague
Held in the heart of Prague, L’Étape Czech Republic offers a truly unique opportunity to experience the atmosphere of the Tour de France in one of Europe’s most iconic capitals. Surrounded by historic landmarks and fueled by an enthusiastic crowd, riders enjoy a festive yet demanding race that perfectly blends sporting challenge with cultural immersion.
Taking place a few weeks before L’Étape du Tour de France, this event of 132km and 1700m of ascent is ideal for assessing your fitness, testing your race strategy, and making final adjustments to your preparation ahead of the ultimate challenge.
L’Étape Trondheim – 20 June 2026: A Historic First Edition in Norway
The inaugural edition of L’Étape Trondheim (130km - 1600m of ascent) takes riders on the spectacular roads of the Arctic Race of Norway, offering a truly unique and challenging cycling experience. With scenic routes, demanding climbs, and long stretches of open road, this first edition promises to test both endurance and strategy, all while immersing cyclists in the breathtaking Nordic landscapes.
Scheduled as part of the final preparation for L’Étape du Tour de France, L’Étape Trondheim is the perfect opportunity to sharpen your race condition, build strength, and experience the thrill of riding on closed roads in a historic and unforgettable setting.
Many More Opportunities Worldwide
There are plenty of other events to prepare for L’Étape du Tour de France across Europe (from Greece, Denmark, Poland, Bulgaria, and Türkiye) as well as in the Americas (including Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Paraguay).
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