The 113th edition of the Tour de France reaches its final destination on the streets of Paris, featuring a 132.5-kilometer route from Thoiry to the Champs-Élysées with approximately 1,000 meters of vertical gain, according to race organizers. Unlike traditional processional finales, the stage mirrors the aggressive tactical setup seen in previous iterations, including a triple ascent of the Côte de la Butte Montmartre.
Route Profile and Key Climb Details
The race departs from Thoiry with a predominantly flat opening 40 kilometers, allowing for traditional podium celebrations, photographs, and customary glass toasts among the peloton. However, the racing intensifies 44 kilometers from the finish line with a 700-meter fourth-category climb featuring ramps approaching 10 percent gradients.
Following an intermediate sprint past the 71-kilometer mark on the Champs-Élysées, the race enters a closing circuit featuring three ascents of the Côte de la Butte Montmartre. This explosive 1-kilometer climb averages a 6.5 percent gradient. Unlike prior setups, approximately 10 kilometers of descending and flat terrain remain after the final summit of Montmartre before the finish line, creating opportunities for late attacks away from a pure bunch sprint.
Schedule and Timing
According to the official race schedule provided by organizers, the rider departure from Thoiry is set for 16:25 local time (UTC+2), following the Tour de France publicity caravan. The anticipated arrival on the Champs-Élysées is projected between 19:25 and 19:43 local time, though high speeds averaging around 45 kilometers per hour could shorten duration estimates.
Broadcasting and Streaming Options
Viewers in Spain can follow live television coverage of the stage through public broadcaster RTVE across channels including Teledeporte, La 1, and La 2, alongside digital streaming on RTVE Play. International and regional coverage is also available via Eurosport and the Max streaming platform, as well as through Basque public broadcaster EITB.
FAQ
What is the total distance of Stage 21?
The final stage covers 132.5 kilometers from Thoiry to the Champs-Élysées in Paris, featuring about 1,000 meters of climbing.
Where can I watch the final stage live?
Coverage is available on RTVE and Teledeporte in Spain, via Eurosport and Max internationally, and through regional broadcasters like EITB.
