In short

The Col de Marie Blanque, at 1,035 m between the Aspe and Ossau valleys, is the last climb of Stage 19 on Friday 23 July 2027, before the finish in Laruns. It is 7.7 km at about 8.6%. Laruns, the finish town, has the closest beds.

Key facts
StageTour de France, Stage 19: Hasparren → Laruns
DateFri 23 July 2027
Length7.7 km
Average gradient8.6%
Summit1,035 m
On the stageClimbed during the stage

Where to stay

Laruns, the finish town, has the closest beds, but it is a small place. Pau, about 40 km away, has far more choice and is the base for our Pyrenees trip plan.

Watching on race day

The steepest part is near the top, where the riders slow right down, so that is the best place to watch. Roads close early, so walk or ride up and get there well before the race.

Ride it yourself

It is short but very steep near the top. Start gently, because the hardest kilometres come last.

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Col de Marie Blanque questions

When does the 2027 Tour de France climb the Col de Marie Blanque?

On Friday 23 July 2027, near the end of Stage 19 from Hasparren to Laruns.

Where should I stay for the Col de Marie Blanque?

Laruns, the finish town, is the closest. Pau has more choice and is about 40 km away.

Is the Col de Marie Blanque hard?

It is short, at 7.7 km, but steep, at about 8.6% on average, and steepest near the top.

· Sources: letour.fr, Cyclingnews, 2027 Tour route, Domestique, 2027 Tour route