Etape du Tour

30th edition of the Etape du Tour

2020 Etape du Tour full travel packages

6th September 2020

Duration: 4 days, 3 nights Distance: 177km

The 2020 edition of the Etape du Tour will be held on 6th September 2020! Entries and hotel packages are now available.

The Etape du Tour has its 30th edition in 2020. This year it will take place in a beautiful setting on the Cote d’Azur with a start and finish in Nice. Sports Tours International are the official Tour de France and Etape du Tour international travel partner. The Etape du Tour is your opportunity to ride a stage of the Tour de France on 100% closed roads on exactly the same route as the riders of the Tour de France peloton.

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DETAILS
Get your guaranteed 2020 Etape du Tour entry at just £150 if purchased with hotel package

Guaranteed ‘Entry Only’ is available at £250 per entry. This for an entry without hotel or any other travel included.

The 2020 Etape du Tour will take place on Sunday 6 September, 2020 in the beautiful setting of the Cote d’Azur and surrounding mountains. The Tour de France stage that has been chosen to be the 2020 Etape du Tour is stage 2. The Etape du Tour 2020 will be held in and around the beautiful Cote d’ Azur city of Nice.

Don’t miss out on taking part in the 30th edition of this amazing event! The Étape du Tour is your opportunity to ride stage 2 of the 2020 Tour de France under similar race-day conditions as the Tour itself. That means you get closed roads, Mavic on-road mechanical support and feed zones like any rider would on the Tour de France itself!

Sports Tours International is the official tour operator of the 2020 Etape du Tour. We have the best selection of travel options for you. We have a selection of hotels in Nice with inclusions like event support, a race briefing, additional feed stations, mechanical services and much more. Guaranteed entry, an overland bike transport service from the UK and bike rental are available as optional extras.

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To allow you to make an informed choice, in the READ MORE section you can read more about the places to stay and the hotels available.

Prices from £449 per person with the below included. For all options and prices refer to the hotel and prices tab

Included with your 2020 Etape du Tour travel package
- 3 nights at your chosen hotel (extra nights available on request)
- 3 breakfasts including an early breakfast on Etape du Tour day
- Bike storage at your chosen hotel either in your room or in the hotel bike store
- All hotel taxes
- A safe pair of hands – More information
- Our staff service. Please see details below
- Payments are financially protected by ABTA
Our staff service at the Etape du Tour includes the following:
- An Etape du Tour race briefing. This may be delivered in a virtual format
- Assistance at the event expo and throughout your stay
- Mechanical support from our professional mechanics
- A 24 hour emergency number
- Two additional feed stations on the route
Also available
- Door to Door Overland bike transport service from England & Wales from £200 per bike. – More information here
- Guaranteed Etape du Tour entry at just £150 if booked with our travel package (£250 when booked as entry only)
- Bike rental options – on request and subject to availability
- Specialist Sports Travel Insurance – do not travel without insurance and don’t forget to insure your bike. Please visit our insurance page
- Online medical certification service – More information here
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page
Bike rental – on request subject to availability

If you book bike rental with us then your bike will be delivered, and fitted, on arrival in Nice. The bike will be collected after the Etape du Tour on Sunday. Below is the available bike, however note; we can also offer more premium road bikes on request. Prices below are for the duration of the tour and include insurance, excluding damage or theft, resulting from abuse or negligence by the renter.
- Trek Emonda SL6 – SL6 Shimano Ultegra Compact – £165
All our rental bikes include:
- Pedals – please indicate which ones you need or bring your own
- Pump
- Bike Computer
- 2 bottle cages – 1 free water-bottle
- 1 Saddle bag with tubes and tools
- Compact 50/34 with a choice of 11/28 or 11/ 32 cassette
Please email us with any questions

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The 2020 Etape du Tour on Sunday 6th September, 2020. Nice and surrounding hills > Nice, 177 km and 3570m of climbing

The 2020 Etape du Tour will replicate stage 2 of the 2020 Tour de France which will take place in August 2020. The stage is 177 km long with a total accumulated height gain of 3570 metres. After starting in Nice, the first of the challenges will be the climb up to the Col de la Colmiane. Rapidly after that, you will take on the climb to the Col de Turini followed by the legendary Col d’Èze. In the final 17-km loop, the hardest part of that climb, will take all the riders of the 30th edition of the Etape du Tour up to the Col des Quatre Chemins. There will then be only a few kilometres of downhill left, before they reach the finish.

Your Etape du Tour itinerary in Nice
- Friday – Arrival in Nice and make your way to your hotel in Nice
- Saturday – Event registration and race briefing.
- Sunday – Early breakfast, cycle to the start. Cycle back to your hotel after the finish
- Monday – Departure day
Why ride the 2020 Etape du Tour with us?
- We welcome all nationalities
- We offer a selection of hotel and support packages to suit all budgets
- The option to buy a guaranteed entry to the 2020 Etape du Tour at just £150
- Bike rental available – on request and subject to availability
- A choice of hotels in Nice
- Breakfast times are in line with the event timings so early breakfast will be provided where required
- Dedicated additional feed stations for Sports Tours International customers
- Secure bike storage at your hotel or residence
- Assistance of Sports Tours reps and mechanics including a professional race briefing
- Sports Tours International cycling jersey made by Castelli – More information
- Payments for travel packages are financially protected by ABTA
By taking a package tour to the 2020 Etape du Tour, you will benefit from our years of logistical experience in taking cyclists to cyclosportive and Gran Fondo events. If you would like to read a report of the Etape du Tour, read the report by Road Cycling UK’s Assistant Editor George Scott on the Road Cycling UK website
TESTIMONIALS

"2018 Etape du Tour"

Hi Team (yes, I do consider you part of my team),

I didn't know I could pre-book next year's so I will be doing that, but after logging in I noticed my 2016 "record" wasn't there. Would love if you could "sort if" for me, just to have all my events there, since I plan to be your customer until I'm no longer healthy to cycle:
I will also leave you some great feedback, already loaded the surveymonkey page on a separate tab.
It's been a great experience with you, hope my opinion features on your website as well! ;)

Daniel - July 31, 2018

"2018 Etape du Tour"

I just wanted to say a big thanks to all the Sports Tours guys for their support before and on the day at the Etape. They were great. The Etape was a challenge, but I managed to struggle round in 8 hours and 3 seconds moving time (yep, those last 4 seconds will bug me forever!!). I guess that’s just about OK for an old codger like me!
Just seen this email below – was I supposed to get a Sports Tours cycle jersey, to wear out on my bike and advertise your fantastic service?!! If so, then could you send a Medium to the address below please?
Cheers

Ps. Even though I’d ridden 3 out of the 4 Cols before, the pre-race briefing was really good and useful. The guy that asked how the climbs compared to the Kirkstone Pass still makes me chuckle… you both answered that very well and very diplomatically!! :D

Phil - July 31, 2018

"2018 Etape du Tour"

Rather than rush to feedback, I have sat, reflected and considered my trip with you to the Etape du Tour. Your team was very helpful with my difficult circumstances. Your team managed to lease with the hotel and I hope swap rooms as whilst I had booked a junior suite, the rooms were just adjoining rooms that in my circumstances was brilliant. I'd have been very disappointed to have those rooms as a junior suite. The booking was smooth and I felt last year when I received confirmation of my Etape entry in November, I knew that I had booked with a much better organisation, as this information last year was withheld until late April!
The arrival at the hotel and booking in procedure was smooth and no trouble at all.
The Saturday briefing was helpful, although I'd had preferred a little earlier in the day if possible.
The coach back was great until the driver didn't appear to know where he was going in Annecy, so it did become a little fraught, but back we were and with the proper cycle carriage appreciated given I have a carbon bike and I have seen them "thrown" in the back of vans before now. All in all, I am pleased with the organisation and communication and would use and recommend Sports Tours International to others.

David - July 31, 2018

"Etape du Tour 2018"

Your team in Annecy were exceptional. Thanks for your email. I’ll definitely be recommending Sports Tours International to friends.

Paul - July 9, 2018

"Etape du Tour 2018"

Thanks to you and your team, Howard in particular, for your help this weekend.

It made the whole experience a lot smoother for us and although we didn’t quite manage to crack the top 100 we’ll be back next year for another go!

We’re back out with Sports Tours for the Haute Route Alpes if you’re attending.

Rod - July 10, 2018

"2018 Etape du Tour"

I contacted you before to claim my L'Etape coupon and am sending this to you not knowing whether you are the right person to contact. If you are not, please forward to all involved with last week's L'Etape. We used Sports Tours International last week for the L'Etape. We booked with them as we are from South Africa and we were of the opinion that using an operator would assist greatly in reducing the administration and logistical efforts from our side.

I am sending this to sincerely thank Sports Tours International and the staff that were involved with the L'Etape. We had an unforgettable experience on the day and all the logistics, accommodation, food, mechanical, and race information requirements were outstanding. The Sports Tours International staff were friendly and very helpful and we had some pleasant conversations with some of the guys at dinner and breakfast too.

If we do something like this again in the future, we will definitely consider Sports Tours International again.

So, thank you!!

Johann - July 17, 2018

"2018 Etape du Tour"

I wanted to take a moment to write to thank you and your colleagues for your help in getting me and my bike to the Etape start line in such great shape! I was very impressed by the clear and timely information I received throughout the weekend, including the careful travel arrangements and attention to detail.
Please pass on my thanks to the operations team who made it such a relaxed weekend ......apart from the race itself, which as full-on and committing as I’d hoped!
I was very happy to “fly the flag” wearing my Sports Tours Intl top (see photo attached).

Peter - July 12, 2018

"Etape du Tour 2017"

Steve .
Great weekend . I will definitely book up again with your company. You guide -Phil Bird is an asset to your organisation.

Craig - July 24, 2017

"Etape du Tour 2017"

Just a quick note to say thanks to all the team for a really well organized weekend at the Etape du Tour. It was a never to be forgotten experience. I wanted to say a special thank you to Paul Bird who was based at the Frejus hotel.

Tom - July 24, 2017

"Etape du Tour 2017"

Dear STI Team,
I recently travelled with you to complete my first Etape which was a very memorable experience and an event I now hope to do again. I'd like to thank all the team at STI who made the trip so effortless and enjoyable. The briefing on Saturday morning helped address last minute questions and I was grateful for your mechanics to resolve a minor but annoying issue with my bike. The accommodation and breakfasts at the Grand Aigle were superb - it wasn't hard to see why Team Sky were staying there a couple of days later!

This was my second STI trip following Paris-Roubaix in April and I have appreciated the ability to "turn-up and ride" with all the details taken care of by STI. Thank you again for making my inaugural Etape such a memorable event.

Stuart - July 25, 2017

"Etape du Tour 2016"

Not sure who to email so you're IT, being the people I've had emails from at STI
Couple of things:
1. I had an absolutely fantastic time at the Etape - I thought STI did a fabulous job at looking after me all the way and wish I had gone with you guys the last time I did the Etape
2. Thanks to the team on the ground as they were brilliant with all their advice support and organisation
3. Ed - top man - sorted me out on arrival and his briefing was spot on
4. I'll be coming again next year - some discussions to be had with the Mrs but I will win!

Stuart - July 12, 2016

"Etape du Tour 2016"

Thank you and your team for a very well organised trip.
Very impressed by team, facilities and logistics.

Andy - July 11, 2016

"Etape du Tour 2016"

Please pass on my thanks to all involved, particularly ed for the briefing, dave for the general chit chat, mick for helping me at the feed at etape, simon for the admin and trainers and ray for being a silver fox!

Jim - July 11, 2016
ITINERARY

2020 Etape du Tour Travel Itinerary

Thursday 3 September, 2020 – optional early arrival day

If you choose to arrive today then we can arrange extra nights available on request. sales@sportstoursinternational.co.uk or call (00)44(0)1617038161

Friday 4 September, 2020 – main arrival day

There are many direct and indirect flight options from many countries into Nice Cote d’Azur airport. Please note, flights are going to be in high demand on this date, so we advise you to book early to guarantee a flight seat and a good price.

We have a selection of hotels available on bed and breakfast and half board basis. Please note that if you arrive late today then your evening meal maybe in the form of a cold plate as the restaurant maybe closed. Don’t forget travel insurance – Please visit our insurance page.

If you don’t want to fly with your bike then why not make use of our convenient door to door Overland bike transport service from mainland UK from £200 per bike.

If you have rented a bike from us then it will be available for you on arrival – More information here

Saturday 5 September, 2020 – EXPO and registration in Nice

After breakfast, please make your way to the EXPO and registration area in Nice where you will be able to register for the Etape du Tour.

We offer guaranteed entry into the Etape du Tour at a price of £150 if booked with a travel package or £250 as ‘entry only’ without a travel package. Don’t forget that you need a medical certificate to take part in the Etape du Tour – We offer an Online medical certification service – More information here

Sunday 6 September, 2020 – L’Etape du Tour 2020

We anticipate a 07:00/08:00 start for the Etape, so we have organised early breakfasts at all hotels so you can get to the start early to ensure everyone is lined up in the right pens for the start. The organisers allocate pens according to likely finish time and historic Etape performance, therefore faster riders start nearer the front and the slower riders at the back. Please note, we have no influence over your starting pen. The Etape du Tour is a closed road sportive. There will be water stops en-route and mechanical assistance provided by MAVIC. Along the route, there are certain times that you must have passed certain spots.

Sports Tours International food and assistance points

Especially for Sports Tours international riders there will be additional food and assistance points on the route which give you better access than at the normal feed stops. Many of our riders actually use just our feed stops and avoid the official ones. On the 2020 Etape du Tour we will provide 2 private feed stations.

If you have booked bike rental or our overland bike transport service then your bike will be collected back from you this evening.

Monday 7th September, 2020 – Departure day

Today is departure day. You will need to check out and leave the hotel mid morning.
HOTELS & PRICING
Mercure Centre Notre Dame

A highlight of this stylish, and newly renovated, Nice city centre hotel has got to be the rooftop pool, complete with bar, that offers incredible, panoramic views over Nice c...

Hotel Gounod

Built in Nice in 1905, the beautiful boutique Hotel Gounod, in the centre of Nice’s musicians quarter, will transport it’s guests back to the belle epoque, the bea...

Splendid Hotel and Spa

The Splendid Hotel and Spa offers superb 4* accommodation, complete with excellent spa facilities, right in the heart of the capital of the Côte d’ Azur. Just 650 yards...

La Malmaison Nice

This charming boutique hotel, situated just 500 yards from the famous Promenade des Anglais and Nice’s famous pebbled beaches, has a roaring twenties theme, that will tr...

Guaranteed entry for the 2020 Etape du Tour

We offer guaranteed entry into the Etape du Tour at a price of £150 if booked with a travel package or £250 as ‘entry only’ without a travel package. Don’t forget that you need a medical certificate to take part in the Etape du Tour – We offer an Online medical certification service – More information here

Overland bike transport service from England and Wales
- Door to Door Overland bike transport service from England & Wales from £200 per bike. – More information here
Nice hotels for the Etape du Tour

We offer hotels in Nice, close to the start and finish of the Etape. All hotels include breakfast including an early breakfast on Etape day. We have also arranged bike storage, either in your room or in a storage room in the hotel.

Hotel Mercure Notre Dame Nice

£449 per person based on 2 people sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double (1 large bed) room
£250 per person supplement based on one person in a room

Hotel Gounod Nice

£449  per person based on 2 people sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double (1 large bed) room

£230 per person supplement based on one person in a room

Splendid Hotel and Spa

£549  per person based on 2 people sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double (1 large bed) room

£330 per person supplement based on one person in a room

La Malmaison Nice

£529  per person based on 2 people sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double (1 large bed) room

£325 per person supplement based on one person in a room

Our hotels in Nice
Etape du Tour Hotels
Mercure Centre Notre Dame

A highlight of this stylish, and newly renovated, Nice city centre hotel has got to be the rooftop pool, complete with bar, that offers incredible, panoramic views over Nice city centre and the oceans and mountains beyond!

Situated directly opposite the iconic Notre Dame Basilica (which looks simply incredible when lit up in the evenings) on Avenue Jean Médecin, this hotel will welcome you into the very heart of Nice city centre. In the centre of all the best boutique shopping areas, but still just a 5 minute walk from the railway station, and 10 minutes, on foot, from the world famous Promenade des Anglais, making it easy for you to explore the beautiful city of Nice and it’s surrounding areas. Other highlights of Nice surrounding this wonderful hotel are, Place Masséna (less than a 10 minute walk away), the historic Cimiez neighbourhood (home to the Musée National Marc Chagall and Musée Matisse), and it is only a 15-min walk to the interesting,vibrant and beautiful Old Nice.

For your peace and relaxation the hotel offers a 2000-m² interior garden and shaded terrace, as well as a fitness centre and jacuzzi area. With a 24-hour reception, Mercure Nice Centre Notre Dame also offers room service and luggage storage. Each room in the hotel features air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, desk, wardrobe and minibar. Rooms have modern decor (renovated in 2016) and the private bathrooms are complete with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Check in from 14:00 and check out available until 12:00.

Extras

Free in Room Mineral Water

Coffee/tea making facilities

Mini Bar

Kettle

Mini-refrigerator

Bottled water

Accessible bathroom,

Bathroom products,

Universal shaving plug,

Make-up/magnifying mirror,

Mirror,

Hair dryer in bathroom

High speed internet,

Wireless internet in your room

Air Conditioning

Wake up Call Available
Etape du Tour Hotels
Hotel Gounod

Built in Nice in 1905, the beautiful boutique Hotel Gounod, in the centre of Nice’s musicians quarter, will transport it’s guests back to the belle epoque, the beautiful era of France.

It is just 550 yards from the Promenade des Anglais and the beach, and only a short walk away from Nice’s world famous ‘Old Town’, where you can explore a quirky and vibrant array of shops and cafes. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the train station, metrolink, and several bus routes, making it easy to explore the beautiful city of Nice, and it’s surrounding areas (such as Monte- Carlo which is just half an hour away by train). The Jean Medecin Avenue (Nice’s main shopping high street) is just 0.4 miles away, and, while you’re there, you will not be able to miss the incredible Notre-Dame Basilica, a must see attraction for any visitor to Nice. Since the hotel is in a residential district, it is very quiet and peaceful at night, meaning you can get a great night’s sleep in preparation for whatever the new day holds.

Both a continental and american buffet breakfast are served every morning in the Hotel Gounod. Guests have access to the panoramic restaurant and bar located at Splendid Hotel & Spa Nice next door. All rooms are air-conditioned, and suites are equipped with flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom with bath or shower.

Free WiFi access is available throughout the hotel. Check in available from 15:00 and until 12:00.

Extras

Guest Services

Luggage storage

Laundry service

24-hour front desk

Daily housekeeping

Concierge

Tours/ticket assistance

Multilingual staff
Etape du Tour Hotels

Splendid Hotel and Spa

The Splendid Hotel and Spa offers superb 4* accommodation, complete with excellent spa facilities, right in the heart of the capital of the Côte d’ Azur. Just 650 yards away from the world famous Promenade des Anglais, the hotel’s rooftop swimming pool and hot tub offer spectacular, panoramic mountain and city views.

The hotel is less than half a mile from Avenue Jean Medecin, the main shopping centre of Nice, and not far from the striking coral buildings of Place Massena, Nice’s central square. In a superb central location, it is easy, from the hotel, to explore all the sights and attractions that bring millions of tourists, to this historic city each year, such as the historic ‘Old Town’, the impressive Russian Orthodox Cathedral, and the beautiful and relaxing Albert 1 Gardens. However, close to public transport facilities (0.4 miles from Nice- Ville train station), it is also easy, from this hotel, to explore some of the rich and iconic cities that surround Nice, such as Cannes and Monte – Carlo, both 30 mins approx by train.

The rooms at the Splendid Hotel are air-conditioned, non-smoking, and come equipped with a minibar and flat-screen television. All rooms include free WiFi access, and most have access to a balcony, with some featuring a spa bath. A buffet breakfast is provided every morning at the hotel and guests can also enjoy drinks and snacks at the onsite bar.

This hotel is home to superior spa facilities, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day of sightseeing or sport. The facilities include:

Fitness/spa locker rooms

Fitness

Head massage

Couples massage

Foot massage

Neck massage

Back massage

Spa/wellness packages

Spa lounge/relaxation area

Steam room

Spa Facilities

Beauty Services

Sun umbrellas

Sun loungers or beach chairs

Public Bath

Open-air bath

Hammam Additional charge

Hot tub/jacuzzi

Massage Additional charge

Spa and wellness centre Additional (charge)

Fitness centre

Sauna

Check in is available after 3pm, and, on the day of your departure, you can check out any time between 5 and 11 am.

Extras

Air conditioning

Non-smoking throughout

Safety deposit box

Lift

Daily housekeeping

Concierge service

Tour desk

Currency exchange

Business centre

24-hour front desk

Etape du Tour Hotels

La Malmaison Nice

This charming boutique hotel, situated just 500 yards from the famous Promenade des Anglais and Nice’s famous pebbled beaches, has a roaring twenties theme, that will transport you back to France’s Belle Epoque (the beautiful era), as you relax and enjoy a stay on the stunning Cote d’Azur. The hotel is less than half a mile from Nice- Ville train statin, making it an ideal and convenient location, from which to explore Nice’s stunning surroundings, such as the famous city of Cannes, or Monte Carlo and the renowned Circuit de Monaco formula 1 circuit. The hotel is also close (0.4 miles away) to Nice’s Avenue Jean Medecin, the main shopping centre of Nice, on which you will find the beautiful Notre Dame Basilica. At the end of the Avenue Jean Medecin you will find Place Massena, the eye catching central square of the city, with its iconic fountain and coral coloured buildings. And, while you are in Nice, you can not miss a trip round the famous ‘Old Town’ (only a 15 minute walk from the hotel), which features a vast array or quirky and interesting shops and restaurants, as well as historic sites of interest such as Castle Hill Colline du Chateau, which is well worth a visit!

The hotel itself is wonderfully finished with simple, stylish rooms, each of which features large French windows, a flat screen T.V and its own private bathroom with either bath or shower. For your comfort and convenience, the hotel is fully air conditioned and sound proofed, and is non smoking throughout. Complimentary Wifi is available, in all areas of the hotel, at no additional charge.

Breakfast is served daily, in the hotel’s welcoming communal lounge area, and guests can enjoy a relaxing drink at the hotels bar, or even unwind on the hotel’s outdoor terrace!

The hotel boasts a 24-hour front desk service, and luggage storage is available, at the hotel, should you arrive before your check in time, or wish to explore the city more, after you check out, before your departure flight.

The hotel allows pets, although additional charges may be applicable.

Check in is available from 15:00 hours until midnight and, on the day of your departure, you can check out any time up until 11:00.

Extras

Included during your stay at La Malmaison Nice

Pet bowls

Shared lounge/TV area

Air conditioning

Non-smoking throughout

Heating

Car hire

Soundproof rooms

Safety deposit box

Lift

Family rooms

Newspapers

Room service
IMPORTANT INFO

How to Book

Click on the Book Now at the top of the page. At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit per person plus any applicable entry fee. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip. Please look here for our full booking conditions

Medical certificate

To take part in the 2020 Etape du Tour you have to get a medical certificate signed by your doctor within the last year from the event date. For an example copy of the kind of form have a look here, Medical certificate example cycling. Alternatively our partners offer online medical certification.

PLEASE NOTE, AT ETAPE REGISTRATION, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PRESENT A DOCTOR’S NOTE STATING THERE ARE NO KNOWN MEDICAL REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD NOT COMPETE. PLEASE VISIT OUR MEDICAL CERTIFICATION PAGE (HERE) FOR MORE INFORMATION. THIS IS LEGAL REQUIREMENT AND FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL MEAN THAT YOU CANNOT PARTICIPATE IN THE ETAPE.

General, visa, passport and health information

General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
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Q. What is the Etape du Tour?

A.
The Étape du Tour means: 'a stage of the Tour de France' and it is a timed event which takes place every year. A full stage of that year’s Tour de France. is chosen and the event is run by the Tour de France organisers, ASO, using similar race-day logistics to the Tour itself..That means you get closed roads, Mavic on-road mechanical support and feedzones like on the Tour de France.

Q. When and where is it?

A.
The Etape always take place in July and in 2020 you and thousands of other amateur cyclists can ride stage 2 from Nice to Nice on Sunday 5 July. This exact stage will be done by the pros on Saturday 27 June, 2020.

Q. How long have I got to do it?

A.
Like for the Tour de France stage, a time schedule is published ahead of the Etape du Tour. You have to pass cut off points on the route at certain times. The cut off points are areas where buses are parked and lorries to transport bikes. If you get there too late you will not be allowed to pass and you are offered a seat on the bus which will take you to the finish. Your bike is transported separately so you have to wait to recuperate it at the finish sometimes.

There is not an actual 'broom wagon' that follows the race and gobbles you up like Pac Man.

Q. How do I enter?

A.
You can enter on www.etapedutour.fr but entries sell out quickly. It's easy to buy a guaranteed entry with Sports Tours International. We send you a pin code which you can use on the Etape du Tour website and you can buy all sorts of extras with us like hotels, airport transfers, bike transport options, bike rental, a shuttle back from the finish, mechanical support, additional feed stations and much more.

Why do it all yourself when we can take away all the stress for you so you can focus on the riding?

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The 2020 edition of the Etape du Tour will be held on 6th September 2020! Entries and hotel packages are now available.

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