We've finally reached the end - Stage 21 of the Tour de France 2026!
The race began July 4 and will have covered nearly 3,300 kilometers by the time champion Tadej Pogačar and the remaining riders cruise along the famed Champs-Élysées in Paris.
Obviously, he'll need to arrive safely for his record-tying fifth Tour de France title to be official, but the day ultimately should be about celebrating the hard work of everyone who survived the 21 intense days of racing.
During Stage 20 on Saturday, the race organizers announced that the final stage would be cut from 133 kilometers to just 89 due to wildfires in the area.
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The riders still will be introduced in the original host city of Thoiry, but they'll then be driven into Paris, where the race will start and finish on the Champs Elysees.
They will take in a couple of extra laps around the famous avenue before joining the main Montmartre circuit, as planned.
Through 20 stages of action, Pogačar holds a lead of 6 minutes, 26 seconds over Remco Evenepoel in the General Classification, while Isaac del Toro is third (9:42) and has unofficially locked up the white jersey as this year's best young rider. He's 2 minutes, 14 seconds ahead of French sensation Paul Seixas.
Pogačar already has won five stages (3, 6, 10, 14, 19), though the conclusion of the race is a little bittersweet following the departure of two of this year's top contenders, two-time TDF winner Jonas Vingegaard and Florian Lipowitz, both of whom crashed earlier in the final week, on different days, and left the race with collarbone injuries.
On his way to winning last year, his second in a row and fourth TDF victory overall, Pogačar won four stages and finished more than four minutes ahead of runner-up Vingegaard.
Pogačar now will join the ranks of Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain as a five-time Tour de France champion.
Traditionally, but not always, the winner of the race is determined after 20 stages, and the final day, at least to start, is about celebration, reflection and camaraderie.
This year's final chapter originally was scheduled to be a 133-kilometer day, from Thoiry into Paris, but the 11th-hour adjustment was necessary for everyone's safety and so law enforcement and other resources could be put toward the fires.
For viewers in Canada, FloBikes coverage of Stage 21 will begin at 10:05 a.m. Eastern and is expected to conclude around 2:25 p.m. EDT.
Here’s what to know about Stage 21 of the Tour de France 2026:
Stage 21: Tour de France 2026
Traditionally, Stage 21 of the Tour de France, at least the first half of it, is ceremonial and celebratory, allowing riders to enjoy a time of reflection and recognition of the eventual winner, who, out of respect, isn't challenged on the final day.
At least that's usually the case when the leading rider is far enough ahead after 20 stages that being overtaken is unlikely.
In 2025, Tadej Pogačar was leading by more than four minutes, and that's how things ended. This time around, he's ahead by six and a half minutes.
Once again this year, Stage 21 will conclude on the famed Champs-Élysées, the most famous street in Paris and a staple in the Tour de France.
The original route was relatively familiar and was set to include four Category 4 climbs after all the photos and champagne. The latter three, which are still going to be included in the abbreviated stage, are known as the Montmartre section, which was introduced in 2025 and was so well-received that it's now a permanent fixture at the TDF.
The race will climb the Cote de la Butte Montmartre three times (1 kilometer at 6.5% gradient), and then things will flatten out for the finish.
The final 15 or so kilometers should give the sprinters a chance to get organized and take a shot at one more stage win. Belgian Tim Merlier was the most successful sprinter this year with three stage wins, but he left the race during the final week. That leaves the door open for someone else to step up.
Kilometers To Miles: How Long Is Stage 21 Of The Tour de France 2026?
Stage 21 of the Tour de France 2026 is 89 kilometers, or approximately 55.3 miles long.
Tour de France 2026 Stage 21 Profile
Here is what the original route for Stage 21 looked like. It now will be just 89 kilometers, with all of the action taking place around the Cote de la Butte Montmartre and Champs-Élysées:
How To Watch The Tour de France 2026 Stage 21
For Canadian viewers, the Tour de France 2026 is streaming on FloBikes and the FloSports app.
Stage highlights, replays and more breaking news, including recaps and rider interviews, will be on both platforms.
In the United States, the Tour de France will be on the NBC family of networks and will stream daily on Peacock. Select stages will air on local NBC affiliates, while others, plus stage reruns, will be shown on the USA Network.
In February 2023, NBC Sports, Peacock and ASO announced a six-year deal that will keep NBC Sports as the home of the Tour de France in the United States through 2029.
Who Won Stage 21 Of The Tour de France In 2025?
Even though Tadej Pogačar had the Tour de France 2025 wrapped up well before Stage 21, he still gave his all and helped make the final day exciting and memorable.
Thanks to inclement weather and race organizers neutralizing the times to keep everyone safe, a relaxed Pogačar was able to enjoy the stage from start to finish. And, in true Pogačar fashion, that meant making a place for one last stage win.
He was part of a six-man breakaway during a thrilling finale, but it was Belgian Wout van Aert who pulled away on the final climb and won the finale over the cobbled roads of Montmartre and into the heart of Paris.
Pogačar ended up fourth on the day and led the GC by more than four minutes to secure his fourth Tour de France title.
Tour de France 2026 Results: Here’s Who Has Won Each Stage So Far
- Stage 1: Who Won Stage 1 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 2: Who Won Stage 2 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 3: Who Won Stage 3 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 4: Who Won Stage 4 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 5: Who Won Stage 5 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 6: Who Won Stage 6 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 7: Who Won Stage 7 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 8: Who Won Stage 8 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 9: Who Won Stage 9 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 10: Who Won Stage 10 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 11: Who Won Stage 11 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 12: Who Won Stage 12 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 13: Who Won Stage 13 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 14: Who Won Stage 14 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 15: Who Won Stage 15 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 16: Who Won Stage 16 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 17: Who Won Stage 17 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 18: Who Won Stage 18 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 19: Who Won Stage 19 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
- Stage 20: Who Won Stage 20 Of The Tour de France 2026? See The Full TDF Results Here
When Does The Tour de France 2026 Start?
The Tour de France 2026 starts July 4 and will conclude July 26.
The schedule includes 21 stages and two rest days (July 13 and July 20).
Every day, the cyclists start together. Every stage varies in distance and physical demand, and the characteristics of each stage determine what type of rider should excel or how the race should finish.
For example, some stages feature flat finishes, and that means the sprinters likely will be battling for those stage wins.
The three weeks of racing across Barcelona and France will feature eight mountain stages, including five summit finishes, seven flat stages, four hilly days, an individual time trial and a team time trial to kick things off on July 4.
How Long Is The Tour de France 2026?
The course for the Tour de France 2026 is 3,333 kilometers or just over 2,071 miles.
The race is 21 stages.
A map of the entire route can be found here.
What Is The Schedule For The Tour de France 2026?
- Stage 1 (TTT) - July 4: Barcelone - Barcelone (19.6km)
- Stage 2 - July 5: Tarragone - Barcelone (168.5km)
- Stage 3 - July 6: Granollers - Les Angles (195.9km)
- Stage 4 - July 7: Carcassonne - Foix (181.9km)
- Stage 5 - July 8: Lannemezan - Pau (158.3km)
- Stage 6 - July 9: Pau - Gavarnie-Gèdre (186.2km)
- Stage 7 - July 10: Hagetmau - Bordeaux (175.1km)
- Stage 8 - July 11: Périgueux - Bergerac (180.4km)
- Stage 9 - July 12: Malemort - Ussel (185.5km)
- Rest Day - July 13: Cantal
- Stage 10 - July 14: Aurillac - Le Lioran (166.6km)
- Stage 11 - July 15: Vichy - Nevers (161.3km)
- Stage 12 - July 16: Circuit Nevers Magny-Cours - Chalon-sur-Saône (179.1km)
- Stage 13 - July 17: Dole - Belfort (205.8km)
- Stage 14 - July 18: Mulhouse - Le Markstein Fellering (155.3km)
- Stage 15 - July 19: Champagnole - Plateau de Solaison (183.9km)
- Rest Day - July 20: Haute-Savoie
- Stage 16 (ITT) - July 21: Évian-les-Bains - Thonon-les-Bains (26.1km)
- Stage 17 - July 22: Chambery - Voiron (174.7km)
- Stage 18 - July 23: Voiron - Orcières-Merlette (185.2km)
- Stage 19 - July 24: Gap - Alpe d'Huez (127.9km)
- Stage 20 - July 25: Le Bourg d'Oisans - Alpe d'Huez (170.9km)
- Stage 21 - July 26: Thoiry - Paris Champs-Élysées (133km)
How Many Teams/Riders Compete In The Tour de France?
Traditionally, there are 22 or 23 teams and up to 184 competitors in the Tour de France. This year, there will be 23 teams.
Here’s the list for 2026:
- Alpecin - Premier Tech
- Bahrain - Victorious
- Caja Rural - Seguros RGA
- Cofidis
- Decathlon CMA CGM Team
- EF Education - EasyPost
- Groupama - FDJ United
- Netcompany INEOS
- Lidl - Trek
- Lotto Intermarché
- Movistar Team
- NSN Cycling Team
- Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team
- Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe
- Soudal Quick-Step
- Team Jayco AlUla
- Team Picnic PostNL
- Team Visma | Lease a Bike
- TotalEnergies
- Tudor Pro Cycling Team
- UAE Team Emirates - XRG
- Uno-X Mobility
- XDS Astana Team
Who Won The Tour de France In 2025?
Slovenia’s Tadej Pogačar added to his growing legacy by winning the Tour de France in 2025.
It was his second consecutive victory at the event, and fourth overall (2020, 2021), making him the sixth rider in history to win four times.
Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain all have won five times, while Chris Froome joins Pogačar with four.
On his way to securing the yellow jersey in 2025, Pogačar was the pre-race favorite.
His title defense featured four stage wins (4, 7, 12, 13), and he finished more than four minutes ahead of runner-up Jonas Vingegaard. Florian Lipowitz was third, 11 minutes behind Pogačar, who also won the King of the Mountains jersey.
Pogačar owns five Grand Tour victories overall, including the Giro d’Italia in 2024, which was part of a historic Giro-TDF double, a feat that hadn’t been accomplished since 1998.
In 2026, Vingegaard, a two-time Tour de France winner, will be looking to match the effort after claiming the GC title at the Giro d’Italia in May and becoming the eighth rider to win all three Grand Tours at least one time.
Merckx has the most GC wins in Grand Tours with 11, followed by Hinault, who has 10.
Pogačar has maintained his elite form in 2026 and started the year with four wins in his first five events. He then added four stages wins on the way to the GC crown at the five-stage Tour de Romandie.
Sepp Kuss Explains His Alpe d’Huez Heartbreak In Tour de France 2026 Stage 20
Sepp Kuss came painfully close to winning Stage 20 of the Tour de France on Alpe d’Huez, but two crashes and a close call changed everything.
At the finish, Kuss explains how his dream stage win fell apart.
In this interview package, we also hear from Tadej Pogacar, Remco Evenepoel, Paul Seixas and others after the final mountain showdown.
We break down Kuss’ near miss and the drama at the end of Stage 20.
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