The Tour cycliste de Guadeloupe: a challenge to be met
The Guadeloupe Cycling Tour: Follow the event with a rental car
In Guadeloupe, August doesn't just smell like the sea. It also smells like passion.
The Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe is one of the archipelago's major sporting events. Every year, it brings together local and international teams, a dense peloton... and thousands of spectators lining the roads. You don't just watch it. You live it.
Dates for the 2026 Guadeloupe Cycling Tour
The Guadeloupe International Cycling Tour 2026 returns from July 31 to August 9, 2026. This year's tour will consist of ten days of racing.
2026 route: all stages of the Tour de la Guadeloupe
The race is classified as 2.2 and lasts ten days: a prologue and nine stages across Grande-Terre and Basse-Terre.
🟡 July 31: Prologue Petit-Canal – 11.9 km (individual time trial)
🟢 August 1 – Stage 1: Les Abymes Guadeloupe Pôle Caraïbes Maryse Condé Airport – Port-Louis (163.5 km)
🔵 08/02: Stage 2: Le Gosier – Capesterre-Belle-Eau (92.7 miles)
🟠 08/03: Stage 3: Deshaies – Lamentin (96.7 miles)
🔴 08/04 – Stage 4: Sainte-Anne Karucoco – Sainte-Anne (96.7 mi)
🟣 08/05 – Stage 5: Baie-Mahault Jarry Orange Caraïbes Moudoung – Goyave (84.3 mi)
⚫ 06/08 – Stage 6: Les Abymes Mr. Bricolage – Les Abymes (146.6 km)
🟤 07/08 – Stage 7: Vieux-Habitants – Vieux-Fort (19 km time trial)
🔺 08/08 – Stage 8: Pointe-à-Pitre – Saint-Claude (90.7 miles)
🏁 09/08 – Stage 9: Baie-Mahault Jarry Medef – Baie-Mahault (89.7 miles)
2026 Guadeloupe Cycling Tour Program
Where can you watch the Tour cycling race in Guadeloupe?
If you want to watch the Tour cycling race in Guadeloupe, there are several options available depending on the experience you are looking for. The stage finishes are always the most spectacular moments. The atmosphere is intense, festive, and sometimes electric. You will meet enthusiasts who have been following the Tour for years. Time trials allow you to watch the riders individually, giving you a more accurate picture of their efforts. The uphill sections, particularly around Basse-Terre and Saint-Claude, are ideal for seeing the peloton break up. And then there are the stage starts, which are often more accessible, where you can get a closer look at the teams and the organization.
Traffic and road closures during the Tour de Guadeloupe
During each stage, certain roads are temporarily closed to traffic to ensure the safety of the race. Schedules vary depending on the route and the average speed of the peloton. It is recommended that you consult the official program for the day's stage to anticipate any possible disruptions. The towns and villages along the route may experience occasional slowdowns, especially as the finish line approaches. If you are staying in Guadeloupe during the event, it is best to plan your travel accordingly.
The Cycling Tour: more than just a sporting event in Guadeloupe
Created in 1948, the Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe is one of the Caribbean's historic races. It is one of the major events on the local sporting calendar. Beyond the overall classification, the Tour is a popular event. Discussions about performances, participating teams, and favorites enliven the neighborhoods. Families gather early along the roadside. Children wait for the caravan to pass by. Even those who don't follow cycling know that the Tour is here. Participants in the Tour de Guadeloupe include national teams, regional teams, and professional teams. The race also attracts passionate amateur cyclists who participate for the personal challenge and the unique experience of cycling through the beautiful landscapes of Guadeloupe.
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