In short
The Col de Marie Blanque, at 1,035 m between the Aspe and Ossau valleys, is the last climb of Stage 19 on Friday 23 July 2027, before the finish in Laruns. It is 7.7 km at about 8.6%. Laruns, the finish town, has the closest beds.
| Stage | Tour de France, Stage 19: Hasparren → Laruns |
|---|---|
| Date | Fri 23 July 2027 |
| Length | 7.7 km |
| Average gradient | 8.6% |
| Summit | 1,035 m |
| On the stage | Climbed during the stage |
Where to stay
Laruns, the finish town, has the closest beds, but it is a small place. Pau, about 40 km away, has far more choice and is the base for our Pyrenees trip plan.
On the map: Stage 19 finish (spot to be confirmed)
Tent pins are campsites and RV areas near the route. Click one to see its website, then book direct.
Open the live map for Laruns ↗Campsites and RV areas nearby
The closest campsites and RV areas to Laruns. Roads on the route close to traffic well before the race, so plan to leave the car or RV there and walk or ride the last part.
- Parking du Centre - Laruns RV and motorhome area · 0.2 km from Laruns
- Campsite 0.3 km from Laruns
- Aire Laruns, Le Bourg RV and motorhome area · 0.4 km from Laruns · Page on campingcarpark.com
- Camping Ayguebère Campsite · 0.5 km from Laruns · No website listed
- Camping des Gaves Campsite · 0.9 km from Laruns
- Camping du Pont Lauguère Campsite · 1 km from Laruns
- Camping Municipal Au Pied de l'Aubisque Campsite · 1.1 km from Laruns
- Camping du Valentin Campsite · 1.4 km from Laruns
Watching on race day
The steepest part is near the top, where the riders slow right down, so that is the best place to watch. Roads close early, so walk or ride up and get there well before the race.
Ride it yourself
It is short but very steep near the top. Start gently, because the hardest kilometres come last.
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Col de Marie Blanque questions
When does the 2027 Tour de France climb the Col de Marie Blanque?
On Friday 23 July 2027, near the end of Stage 19 from Hasparren to Laruns.
Where should I stay for the Col de Marie Blanque?
Laruns, the finish town, is the closest. Pau has more choice and is about 40 km away.
Is the Col de Marie Blanque hard?
It is short, at 7.7 km, but steep, at about 8.6% on average, and steepest near the top.
Where can I camp or park an RV near the Col de Marie Blanque?
There are 12 campsites and RV areas within 10 km of Laruns, including Parking du Centre - Laruns, Aire Laruns, Le Bourg and Camping Ayguebère. They fill up early around race day, so book as soon as you can. Stick to campsites and official RV areas: roads on the route close to traffic well before the race.
· Sources: letour.fr, Cyclingnews, 2027 Tour route, Domestique, 2027 Tour route