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STAGE 13damaged

Dole > Belfort

17 July 202611h20205 km

BONUS STAGE 13 :

Bonus populairessel. bonus

Pogačar Tadej68sel.

van der Poel Mathieu31sel.

MARTINEZ Lenny25sel.

PIDCOCK Tom17sel.

About the stage

Belfort sets the tension before the Vosges

The long stage between Dole and Belfort gradually sets the Tour in a more nervous atmosphere before the Vosges. Over 200 km, hilly terrain and a finish that can become tactical: the menu is ideal for an ambitious breakaway. The Col des Croix will offer a real support point for offensive riders, without completely closing the door to a partial regrouping. The favorites' teams will have to remain vigilant, as these transition days sometimes cause more damage than announced.

DateJuly 17Friday, July 17, 2026

Distance205.8kilometers

TypeHillyrelances and hills

ProfileBelfortCol des Croix

To play

What to watch

✓The Col des Croix gives a support point to late offensives.

✓The length makes control more difficult for tired teams.

✓Classics riders can find an ideal terrain.

✓For the bonus, aim for a rouleur capable of holding over 200 km.

Quick profile

StartDole

Distance205.8 km

Effortrouleur-puncher

FinishBelfort

Why this stage matters

Over 200 km give this transition a real density.

Not to be underestimated

The favorites can underestimate a stage that wears out before the mountains.

Likely scenario

A day to read in detail

StartThe start from Dole should set the scenario without offering the good move to the opponents too quickly.

MiddleThe reliefs and relances around Col des Croix will make control more costly than a simple tempo.

FinishThe finish towards Belfort will still require placement, freshness and the right tactical choice.

To remember: the most solid fantasy choice looks like a resistant attacker.

Ready to play?