Internationally renowned cyclist Sean Kelly of Carrick-on-Suir: the south Tipperary town is considered the home of Irish cycling, and is the base for this year’s Tour de France L’Etape event on September 28
The 150k route has a total elevation of 1,932m with a provisional start time of 9.30am
The 100k route is actually 94km with a total elevation of 1,314m, with a start of 10am.
The Tour de France is bringing its unique L’Etape cycling event to Ireland this September, offering up to 3,000 riders the chance to experience a true Tour de France stage.
The L’Etape Ireland event will take cyclists on a journey through some of the country’s most stunning scenery and epic climbs in Waterford and Tipperary.
With only six weeks to go, anticipation is building for the event on Sunday, September 28.
Both routes, designed and vetted by the Tour de France team, are set to challenge even the fittest of cyclists, blending professional-level racing with the breathtaking beauty of the Irish countryside.
Starting and finishing in the home of Irish cycling legend Sean Kelly, Carrick-on-Suir, the two routes have been carefully crafted with input from Tour de France organisers and local cyclists to ensure an unforgettable experience.
As organisers state, “winding hills, hidden climbs, and breathtaking views await you at every turn”.
The 150km long route, with a total elevation of 1,932m, is the ultimate test of endurance. It features two timed king/queen of the mountains climbs, a sprint section, and three feeding stations, all on 80pc closed roads.
The 100km short route (94km), with an elevation of 1,314m, offers a loop through the rolling landscapes of Waterford and Tipperary. This route, designed for intermediate and seasoned cyclists, also includes two timed king/queen of the mountains climbs, one sprint section, and two feeding stations.
The event village, start, and finish lines will be in Carrick-on-Suir, a town steeped in cycling heritage, with a square named after it’s local cycling hero, Sean Kelly, who won five Tour de France stages and is now a cycling commentator.