In short
The Grand Colombier is the summit finish of Stage 9 on Sunday 11 July 2027, the first big mountain test of the race. The final climb is 17.4 km at 7.1% from Culoz to 1,501 m. Culoz, at the foot of the climb, has the closest beds, with Belley a short drive away.
| Stage | Tour de France, Stage 9: Villars-les-Dombes → Grand Colombier |
|---|---|
| Date | Sun 11 July 2027 |
| Length | 17.4 km |
| Average gradient | 7.1% |
| Summit | 1,501 m |
| On the stage | Summit finish |
Where to stay
Stay in Culoz if you can: the climb starts in the village, so you can walk or ride to the road on race morning. Belley is a short drive away and has more hotels and rooms. The stage starts in Villars-les-Dombes, north of Lyon, so a night near the finish is easier than chasing the start.
On the map: Stage 9 finish (spot to be confirmed)
Open the live map for Culoz ↗Watching on race day
The upper slopes give the best view of the racing, and the finish area at the top fills first. Roads up the mountain close to cars well before the race, so plan to walk or cycle up early, with food, water and a warm layer for the wait.
Ride it yourself
The road from Culoz is the classic way up and is often called the hardest climb in the Jura. If you ride it before race day, start early to beat the heat and the traffic, and save some legs for the walk up on race day.
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Grand Colombier questions
When does the 2027 Tour de France finish on the Grand Colombier?
On Sunday 11 July 2027, at the end of Stage 9 from Villars-les-Dombes. It is a summit finish after 162 km.
Where should I stay for the Grand Colombier finish?
Culoz, at the foot of the climb, is the closest. Belley is a short drive away and has more choice. Book early, because there are not many rooms near the climb.
Who has won on the Grand Colombier?
Tadej Pogačar won the stage there in 2020 and Michał Kwiatkowski in 2023.
· Sources: letour.fr, Cyclingnews, 2027 Tour route, Domestique, 2027 Tour route