Tour de l'Avenir 2026

For its 62nd edition, the Tour de l’Avenir individual time trial will take place between Les Carroz and Flaine! Come and cheer on the future stars of cycling!

The 5th stage of the 2026 Tour de l’Avenir will take place between Les Carroz and Flaine, passing through the Col de Pierre Carrée. An important and decisive stage, as it...

The 5th stage of the 2026 Tour de l’Avenir will take place between Les Carroz and Flaine, passing through the Col de Pierre Carrée.

An important and decisive stage, as it will be an individual time trial. The finish at Col de Pierre Carrée will feature a demanding climb, where the elevation gain will be a key factor.

Afternoon Schedule:
3:30 p.m.: Departure of the entertainment caravan
4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Opening of the finish village
4:00 p.m.: Start of the first runner (then every 30 seconds)
5:40 p.m.: Finish of the last runner
5:50 p.m.: Official ceremony and awards presentation
6:00 p.m.: Reopening of the road

Created and supported by the Tour de France, the Tour de l’Avenir is the world’s leading event for revealing the future stars of cycling. A true stepping stone to the highest level, it has seen many of today’s greatest champions emerge, having made their mark on its roads before shining at the top of international cycling.

Equipments

Play area
Picnic area
Bar
Terrace
Public WC

Opening

Monday, August 24, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, Stage 5, time trial between Les Carroz and Flaine.
Road closure between Les Carroz <> Flaine from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM on August 24.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Stage 6 between Châtillon-sur-Cluse and Val d'Isère.

Languages

English
French

Pets welcome

Pets : Accepted.

Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.

Further information

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From Flaine, access to the pass will be by shuttle or on foot only. (See shuttle schedules below)

From Les Carroz, access will be possible by car, with free parking available at the Col de Pierre Carrée car park. Please note that the access road to the pass, which is the only route, will be closed to traffic from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

It will also be possible to go up to Flaine using the Les Carroz <> Flaine shuttles. Shuttles will run from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and will resume at 6:00 p.m., when the road reopens. (See shuttle schedules below)

Rates

Free of charge.

Col de Pierre Carrée
From August 24, 2026 to August 25, 2026
Booking centre : +33 (0)4... +33 (0)4 50 90 80 01 See number
Mail : welcome@flaine.com Write to us.

📍 Departure – Les Carroz center

🚩 Arrival – Col de Pierre Carrée

🅿️ Parking available at Col de Pierre Carrée, Vernant, and L’Airon

To make the most of the event and plan your trip smoothly, please note that the road between Les Carroz and Flaine (the only access road to Flaine) will be reserved for runners and closed in both directions from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Coming to cheer on the cyclists?

Shuttles from Flaine will be available to take you to the Col de Pierre Carrée. Car parking will not be permitted at the pass.
You can also reach Flaine using the Les Carroz <> Flaine shuttles. Shuttles will run from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM and will resume at 6:00 PM, as soon as the road reopens.

⚠️ Warning ⚠️

Shuttles between Les Carroz and Flaine are canceled between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
The parking lots at Col de Pierre Carrée, Vernant, and L’Airon will remain open for parking, but it will be impossible to enter or exit them between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM

Shuttle Schedule Livre de route