Tarragona gears up for Tour de France with extensive event program

Local authorities unveil the PreTour Plan featuring exhibitions, drone shows, and the return of the city's mass cycling event.

Generic image of a road bicycle with yellow elements in a historical urban setting.
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Generic image of a road bicycle with yellow elements in a historical urban setting.

The Tarragona City Council, the Diputació, and the Generalitat presented on Monday a comprehensive schedule of activities to welcome the Tour de France, which arrives on July 5th.

The city will host the start of the second stage of the 2026 edition, covering 178 kilometers from La Savinosa to Montjuïc in Barcelona. To build excitement, authorities have launched the PreTour Plan, starting on March 26th, marking 100 days until the race reaches the region.

"It will be a historic day. We want to involve all citizens."

Rubén Viñuales · Mayor of Tarragona
Key highlights include the return of the Bicicletada on May 31st, allowing residents to cycle the same route as the professionals through the city center. Other events include a drone light show at Punta del Miracle on June 30th and a historic jersey exhibition at Espai Turisme.
The program also features a tribute on May 20th to the eleven local cyclists who have participated in the Tour throughout history, highlighting the region's strong connection to professional cycling.