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Unofficial fan guide · Tour de France 2027
Where to stay for Stage 12 of the 2027 Tour de France: Chambéry to Valence
In short
Stage 12 of the 2027 Tour de France runs 162 km from Chambéry to Valence on Thursday 15 July 2027. For the night before, look at Chambéry or Aix-les-Bains. After the finish, stay in Valence. Rooms near the start go first, so book early and pick a free cancellation rate in case details change. There are 19 campsites and RV areas within 3 km of the route, listed under the stage map.
Key facts
Date
Thu 15 July 2027
Start
Chambéry
Finish
Valence
Distance
162 km (101 mi)
Stage type
Flat
Start and finish times
To be confirmed closer to the race
Route sheet
In race order, not to scale
ChambéryCapital of Savoie
Rhône ValleyExposed to the wind in the last 25 km
ValenceSprint finish
Where to watch
The last 25 km are exposed to the wind in the Rhône Valley, and a change of direction about 10 km out could split the bunch. For the sprint, stand near the finish in Valence.
Base towns
Pick one to see places to stay
StartFinishBase townRoute (approximate)Campsite or RV areaThe route line is approximate until the official maps come out.
On the map: Stage 12 start (spot to be confirmed)
Tent pins are campsites and RV areas near the route. Click one to see its website, then book direct.
Plan aheadFriday's stage starts in Aubenas, in the Ardèche, about 1 hour 30 minutes from Valence by car.
Campsites and RV areas near the route (19)
Within 3 km of the approximate route line, from OpenStreetMap, plus the Camping-Car Park RV areas. When a site has no website of its own, the link goes to its page on Pitchup or Camping-Car Park. Many fill up early for the Tour, so check the opening dates and book direct with the site.
Parking Delphine & JonathanRV and motorhome area · 1 km from the route · No website listed
Chambéry has direct TGV trains from Paris. Valence has two stations: Valence Ville in the centre and Valence TGV just outside the city.
Host councils publish road closure times and park and ride plans in the months before the race. We add them here as they come out.
Stage 12 questions
Where is the best place to watch Stage 12 of the 2027 Tour de France?
Near the finish in Valence for the sprint, or on the open Rhône Valley roads in the last 25 km, where crosswinds can split the bunch.
Where should I stay for the Stage 12 start in Chambéry?
Chambéry has plenty of rooms, and Aix-les-Bains, on the lake about 20 minutes north, is a pleasant alternative. If you watched Stage 11, Albertville is about 45 minutes from the start.
Where should I stay for the finish in Valence?
Valence has the biggest choice of rooms on the stage. Stay central for an easy walk to the finish area.
How far is it from Valence to the Stage 13 start in Aubenas?
About 90 km, or roughly 1 hour 30 minutes by car. The Ardèche has no passenger trains, so a car makes it far easier.
Where can I camp or park an RV for Stage 12?
There are 19 campsites and RV areas within 3 km of the route: 13 campsites and 6 RV and motorhome areas. The closest to the route are Camping L'Arc-en-Ciel, Flower Camping Le Château and Aire Camping-Cars de Hauterives. Many fill up early for the Tour, so book direct as soon as you can. The full list, with links, is under the stage map.
