Tour de France 2027
The Tour de France, also known as the "Grande Boucle," is the world's most prestigious annual cycling road race. Held primarily in France (with occasional stages in neighboring countries), this Grand Tour is typically run over 21 days in July and serves as the crown jewel of the UCI World Tour calendar.
Since its inception in 1903 by journalist Henri Desgrange, the event has become the ultimate proving ground for all-around cyclists, featuring challenging mountain stages through the Alps and Pyrenees, flat sprint stages, and bustling finishes on the Paris Champs-Élysées. The race has seen legendary cyclists like Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault, and Miguel Indurain, all securing five victories each.
Tour de France 2027 vital statistics
| Name | Tour de France 2027 (113th edition) |
| 2026 Date | July 2 - July 25 2026 |
| First raced | 1903 |
| Category | 2.UWT (UCI World Tour) |
| 2027 Start Location | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| 2027 Finish Location | Paris Champs-Élysées |
| Number of stages | 21 |
| Total Distance | 3,479 km |
| Total Climbing | 53,450 m |
| 2026 GC winner | Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) |
| 2026 Points winner | Mads Pedersen (Denmark) |
| 2026 Mountains winner | Richard Carapaz (Ecuador) |
| 2026 Youth winner | Isaac de Toro (Mexico) |
| 2027 Tour de France route | Click Here |
| 2027 Tour de France start list | To be added |
| How to watch the 2027 Tour de France on TV | UK: TNT Sports | USA & Canada: FloSports | Australia: SBS on Demand |
The 2027 route travels from Edinburgh through northern England and Wales, then crosses to Normandy before heading through central France, the Alps, the Massif Central and the Pyrenees. It ends with a 116 km Paris finale that again includes the Montmartre climb.
- 7 flat stages.
- 6 hilly stages.
- 6 mountain stages.
- 3 summit finishes.
- 2 individual time trials.
- 3 rest days.
- 71 km of individual time trialling.
- Finish: Paris Champs-Élysées.
Recent winners of the Tour de France
- 2026: Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) - UAE Team Emirates XRG
- 2025: Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) – UAE Team Emirates XRG
- 2024: Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) – UAE Team Emirates
- 2023: Jonas Vingegaard (Denmark) – Jumbo-Visma
- 2022: Jonas Vingegaard (Denmark) – Jumbo-Visma
- 2021: Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) – UAE Team Emirates
- 2020: Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) – UAE Team Emirates
- 2019: Egan Bernal (Colombia) – Team INEOS
- 2018: Geraint Thomas (Great Britain) – Team Sky
- 2017: Chris Froome (Great Britain) – Team Sky
- 2016: Chris Froome (Great Britain) – Team Sky
History and route of the Tour de France
The Tour de France, initiated in 1903 by journalist Henri Desgrange to boost circulation for the newspaper L'Auto-Vélo, is the most historic and prestigious cycling race in the world. Created during a period of intense competition in French sports journalism, the race quickly established itself as the ultimate test of cycling excellence.
Over the years, the course has evolved dramatically, traditionally starting with flat or hilly stages, building through medium mountains, and culminating in the high mountain challenges of the Alps and Pyrenees before the traditional finale on the Paris Champs-Élysées.
The 2027 edition is notable for its British Grand Départ, 71 km of individual time trialling, three summit finishes and a Pyrenean queen stage to the Col du Portet. The final stage returns to the Montmartre circuit in Paris, creating a third consecutive year in which the Champs-Élysées finale is not guaranteed for sprinters.
Who is racing the Tour de France 2026?
The full start list is yet to be confirmed, however reigning champion Tadej Pogačar has confirmed he will try to win a record breaking 6th title in 2027.
We also expect his main rivals Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel and Paul Seixas to start the 2027 Tour de France. We will bring you more details of the official start list as they emerge.
How to watch the 2027 Tour de France on TV
TV broadcast by country*:
- USA: Peacock (NBC Sports streaming)
- UK: TNT Sports / Discovery+
- Australia: SBS On Demand (free)
- Canada: FloBikes
- Europe: Eurosport
*As per the 2026 race.
2027 Tour de France classifications (jerseys)
The Tour de France features four main classifications:
- General Classification (Yellow Jersey/Maillot Jaune) – Overall winner by fastest time
- Points Classification (Green Jersey/Maillot Vert) – Sprint points winner
- King of the Mountains (Polka Dot Jersey/Maillot à Pois Rouges) – Best climber
- Best Young Rider (White Jersey/Maillot Blanc) – Best GC rider under 25
Who has won the Tour de France the most times?
| Name | Number of Tour de France victories + year |
| Lance Armstrong (USA) | 7* (1999 - 2005) |
| Jacques Anquetil (France) | 5 (1957, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964) |
| Eddy Merckx (Belgium) | 5 (1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1974) |
| Bernard Hinault (France) | 5 (1978, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1985) |
| Miguel Indurain (Spain) | 5 (1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995) |
| Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) | 4 (2020, 2021, 2024, 2025) |
| Chris Froome (Great Britain) | 4 (2013, 2015, 2016, 2017) |
| Philippe Thys(Belgium) | 3 (1913, 1914, 1920) |
| Louison Bobet (France) | 3 (1953, 1954, 1955) |
| Greg LeMond (USA) | 3 (1986, 1989, 1990) |
*Armstrong's 7 wins were overturned due to doping violations and struck from the record. Included here for posterity.
2027 Tour de France FAQs
When is the Tour de France 2027?
The 2027 Tour de France takes place from July 2 to July 25, 2027.
Where does the 2027 Tour de France start?
The 2027 Tour de France starts in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Where does the 2027 Tour de France finish?
The final stage finishes in Paris, France, on the Champs-Élysées.
How many stages are in the 2027 Tour de France?
The 2027 Tour de France has 21 stages and three rest days.
How long is the 2027 Tour de France?
The 2027 Tour covers approximately 3,479 km and includes 54,450 m of climbing.
How many time trials are in the 2027 Tour de France?
There are 2 individual time trials at the 2027 men's Tour de France, totalling 71km.
Is there a women's Tour de France in 2027?
Yes there is! The 2027 Tour de France Femmes - full details here.
Author: David Bavin-Hobbs - [email protected]
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Latest Comments
- I’m still learning the calendar: is cyclocross mainly preparation for the spring classics, or does he race it as a separate goal as well? I’d love to see him back in the mud.jeremya04-11-2026
- The article makes it sound as if Roubaix is the only classic where he has a realistic shot. He’s been close in Flanders too, and one good tactical day can change everything.jennifer1904-11-2026
- Milan-Sanremo and Roubaix is a pretty special pair of Monuments. Any clues yet on which cyclocross races he’ll target?andrewf04-11-2026
- He’s right to be realistic about Flanders with Pogačar and Evenepoel around, but you can’t count Van Aert out on those roads. If he gets the right opportunity, he has the engine and experience to take it.davidm04-11-2026
- That Roubaix win felt like such a release after all the near-misses. Brilliant to hear that joy outweighed relief for Wout.patriciaw04-11-2026
- Why would a mountain time trial be different from a normal one? Is it just that the riders have to climb the whole course?samanthak03-11-2026
- I don’t quite buy the “fear of failure” argument. Riders can race the Giro and still have confidence in July; it comes down to recovery and planning, doesn’t it?patriciaw03-11-2026
- The Giro-Tour double is a massive ask, even for the very best. Pogačar made it look almost routine in 2024, but that’s hardly a sensible benchmark for everyone else!pedalpowe2903-11-2026
- Bakelants makes a fair point: if the 2027 Tour really suits Remco, he can’t afford to dilute the build-up. That 37km flat TT will be tempting, mind.julien03-11-2026
- Mont Blanc sounds like a spectacular finish, though four climbs on the final day might be a bit much after eight hard stages. Hope the route details are clear soon.raceready703-11-2026