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Tour de France 2026: campervans already parked at Col d'Aspin

08.07.2026 00:21 1 min 2 sources
nrpyrenees.fr FRA + 1 more
Tour de France 2026: campervans already parked at Col d'Aspin
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In Brief

About 30 campervans are set up at the Col d'Aspin ahead of the Tour de France's sixth stage on July 9. Among the early arrivals are a couple from Carcassonne, former world champion cyclist Joseph Kerner, and Lucas from Germany with a tent.

Days before the sixth stage of the 2026 Tour de France on July 9, some 30 campervans have already taken positions at the legendary Col d'Aspin in the Hautes-Pyrénées. The caravaners arrived early to secure the best spots to watch the race and the publicity caravan.

Among them are a couple from Carcassonne who have been following mountain stages for over 20 years, and former world cycling championship participant Joseph Kerner. Some spectators, like Lucas from Germany, prefer tents for greater flexibility. They spend their time hiking and watching the race.

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Tour de France 2026 in the Hautes-Pyrénées: at the Aspin pass, caravaners eagerly await the caravan and riders

07.07.2026 nrpyrenees.fr FRA Original source

Tour de France 2026 in the Hautes-Pyrénées: at the Col d'Aspin, motorhome owners eagerly await the caravan and riders

07.07.2026 ladepeche.fr FRA Original source

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