Tour de France Stage 3 Proceeds Without Fans Amid Wildfire Risk

The third stage of Tour de France 2026 will be held without spectators amid wildfire concerns, covering 195.5km from Granollers to Les Angles with an 11.10am BST start. The route includes a challenging category-one climb at Col de Toses (9.3km at 6.5%), plus the Col du Calvaire and a final 1.5km climb at 7% gradient, creating opportunities for attackers to secure stage wins and potentially the yellow jersey. sport-newz.biz

Technical director Thierry Gouvenou described the stage as perfect for attackers, noting the gradual climb profile and challenging finale that should separate the riders.