The Essentials — This Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the Tour de France peloton will race the 17th stage of the edition, connecting Chambéry to Voiron in Savoie and Isère, after several days spent in Haute-Savoie.

The context of this 113th edition

Starting from Barcelona on July 4, 2026, the Tour de France 2026 will conclude on July 26 on the Champs-Élysées in Paris, after 21 stages and 3,333 km covered over three weeks. After crossing Spain, the Pyrenees, the Massif Central, the Vosges, and the Jura, the race has now entered the Alps, a decisive playground for the general classification.

Today's stage: Chambéry – Voiron

After a stay in Haute-Savoie, the peloton resumes its journey this Wednesday, July 22, through the departments of Savoie and Isère for this 17th stage. An Alpine stage that promises to be one of the highlights of this final week of racing, before the Parisian finish.

Note: the next day, Thursday, July 23, the Tour will follow up with another stage between Voiron and Orcières-Merlette.

Local impact: road closures and organization

As with every stage, the passage of the Tour de France imposes traffic restrictions in the towns crossed. Residents of the affected areas, particularly around Aix-les-Bains, are advised to consult municipal decrees and road closure times published by town halls before any travel this Wednesday.

And the Tour de France Femmes?

The Tour de France Femmes 2026 will start on August 1 from Lausanne, Switzerland, before crossing Franche-Comté, Burgundy, Rhône-Alpes, and Provence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Tour de France stage on July 22, 2026? It is the 17th stage, connecting Chambéry to Voiron, crossing Savoie and Isère.

When does the Tour de France 2026 end? The race concludes on July 26, 2026, with the traditional finish on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.

What is the total distance of the Tour de France 2026? The 2026 edition, starting from Barcelona, totals 21 stages for 3,333 km.

Editorial Opinion

Today's stage promises to be pivotal: entering the Alps at the end of the Tour is often where the final shifts in the general classification happen before Paris. OrChair's editorial team advises fans of the Grande Boucle to check local passage times before traveling, as road closures can occur several hours before the peloton's arrival.

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