Friday 21 August 2026
Stage 2
Nogent-le-Rotrou
Amboise
| Distance |
116 km (72 mi) |
|---|---|
| Climbing |
+807 m (2,648 ft) |
| Time cuts |
n/a
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| GPX file | Download |
| Timetable (estimated) | PDF (128.43 KB) |
| Rider | Gaps | |
|---|---|---|
| Keije SOLEN | 02:18:00 | |
| Thomas CAPRA |
+ 00:00
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| Alessio DELLE VEDOVE |
+ 00:00
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| 4 | Liam VAN BYLEN |
+ 00:00
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| 5 | Davide STELLA |
+ 00:00
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| Rider | Gaps | |
|---|---|---|
| Kasper HAUGLAND | ||
| 2 | Niels DRIESEN |
00:00
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| 3 | Lorenzo FINN |
00:00
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| 4 | Miguel MARIN MARTINEZ |
+ 00:00:29
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| 5 | Liam VAN BYLEN |
+ 00:00:36
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Liam O'BRIEN
Daan DIJKMAN
| Team | Gaps | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||
| 2 |
–
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| 3 |
–
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Frederico SAVINO
Andrea BESSEGA
Marcis SHELTON
No riders outside the time limit
No riders disqualified
The town of Nogent-le-Rotrou, in the Eure-et-Loir department, stands out as the capital of the Perche region; situated in the heart of the regional nature park, it lies at the crossroads of three regions: Centre-Val de Loire, Normandy, and Pays de la Loire.
From the 11th century onwards, the Counts of Perche—members of Europe’s royal families—built and expanded their castle here, featuring a massive rectangular keep surrounded by a deep moat. Perched on its promontory, the Château des Comtes du Perche is inextricably linked to the town’s major historical events—from the era of the Bourbons-Condé and the Wars of Religion to the time of the Duke of Sully (minister to Henry IV), who acquired the property in 1624.
Nogent-le-Rotrou and the Perche region are also the birthplace of the Percheron, the most famous of all French draft horse breeds.
Today, while preserving its natural heritage, Nogent-le-Rotrou continues to grow within an industrial sector boasting over 11,000 jobs, making it the fourth-largest industrial hub in France.
Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley—a UNESCO World Heritage site—Amboise offers an exceptional setting where history, nature, and the art of living converge. A royal city deeply connected to the Renaissance, it captivates visitors with its château overlooking the Loire, its lively streets, the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci at Clos Lucé, and two other architectural marvels: Château-Gaillard and the Pagoda of Chanteloup. As a welcoming and dynamic destination, Amboise combines remarkable natural and cultural heritage with a high quality of life and facilities well-suited for hosting major events. Its commitment to culture, sports, conviviality, and an international outlook makes it an ideal location for bringing together visitors from across the globe. With its living heritage, preserved landscapes, and signature Loire Valley hospitality, Amboise invites everyone to enjoy an authentic experience where the future of global cycling unfolds within an extraordinary setting.