Tour de Wallonie 2026 passes through East Belgium
On Thursday 4 June 2026, East Belgium is part of the itinerary of a sporting highlight: the Tour de Wallonie, one of the most prestigious cycling races in Wallonia, will pass through the heart of the region.
What is the Tour de Wallonie?
The Tour de Wallonie is a multi-stage professional cycling race held annually through the picturesque landscapes of Wallonia. The race features in the international cycling calendar and attracts professional teams from across Europe. The route through the rolling hills of the Ardennes is considered both challenging and spectacular.
The route passes through East Belgium
The peloton is going to pass through the following villages and towns:
Dison → Verviers → Jalhay → Sourbrodt → Weywertz → Bütgenbach → Büllingen → Mirfeld → Amel → St. Vith (Aachener Straße, Rodter Straße) → Rodt → Schlommerfurth → Poteau → Recht → Pont → Ligneuville → Malmedy → Jalhay → Membach → Eupen
The stage starts in Dison at 1:15 pm, with the peloton expected to cross the finish line in Eupen at around 5:00–5:30 pm. Throughout that afternoon, spectators lined along the route will have the chance to experience the professionals up close and cheer them on.
Information for visitors and local residents
Short-term road closures and traffic disruptions are to be expected along the race route. Police officers and race marshals will be present on site to manage the flow of traffic. Anyone travelling in the area during this time is advised to allow extra time for their journey and to follow the instructions of the relevant authorities.
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