Tour de France 2026: Stage Two in Catalonia

The second stage of the 2026 Tour de France will see riders travel 168.5km from Tarragona to Barcelona, marking the race's debut in Catalonia. The stage will begin with a neutralized section known as the "départ fictif," where riders travel at a leisurely pace before race general director Christian Prudhomme officially starts the race. betsport.cv

The Catalan stage raises questions about why the Tour de France is beginning in Spain, adding an intriguing element to this year's edition of the prestigious cycling competition.