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Vuelta a España 2026 route begins in Monaco on August 22

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:01 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Vuelta a España 2026 route begins in Monaco on August 22

Summary

The 2026 Vuelta a España is set to start on August 22, running through September 13. The race will cover nearly 3,300 kilometers over 21 stages, including a 9-kilometer individual time trial stage in Monaco. After Monaco and France, the route will pass through Andorra before entering Spain., the race will conclude in Granada, marking the first time the city has hosted the event's finale. Defending champion Jonas Vingegaard's participation is uncertain due to recovery from surgery, while Tadej Pogačar is confirmed to compete, seeking to achieve a historic win.

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By the Numbers

•Vuelta a España 2026 runs from August 22 to September 13.
•First stage is a 9-km time trial in Monaco.
•Tadej Pogačar will compete for the first time since 2019.
•The race will pass through Monaco, France, Andorra, and Spain.
•Granada hosts the finale for the first time in Vuelta history.

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6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Vuelta a España 2026 Map: Here's What To Know About The Route

What they're saying

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The 21-stage Vuelta a España 2026 gets underway Aug. 22 and will run through Sept. 13. It'll be the 81st edition. Here's a look at the route map.
— Yahoo Sports

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