The race formerly known as the Critérium du Dauphiné enters a new era in 2026 under its new name, the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. While the branding has changed, cycling fans can still expect one of the toughest and most prestigious warm-up races before the Tour de France.
Held across eight demanding stages in the mountainous Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, the race features brutal climbs, rolling hilly terrain, and a crucial team time trial that will test the world’s top riders ahead of July’s Grand Tour.
For fans in the United States, every stage of the 2026 Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes will stream live exclusively on Peacock.
Where to Watch Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 2026
Fans in the U.S. can watch the entire race live through streaming coverage on Peacock.
- TV Channel: None
- Live Stream: Peacock
Unlike previous years where select cycling events aired on cable television, the 2026 Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes will not be broadcast on traditional TV in the United States. Instead, Peacock will carry every stage live, including mountain finishes, hilly stages, and the team time trial.
Cycling fans with a Peacock subscription will have access to complete race coverage from start to finish.
Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 2026 Schedule and Stages
| Stage | Date | Route (Type) | Start Time (ET) | Watch/Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 7 | Vizille to Saint-Ismier (Mountain) | 7 a.m. | Alex Baudin |
| 2 | June 8 | Saint-Martin-Le-Vinoux to Le Puy-en-Velay (Hilly) | 9 a.m. | Anthon Charmig |
| 3 | June 9 | Perreux to Perreux (Team Time Trial) | 9 a.m. | Peacock |
| 4 | June 10 | Le Puy-en-Velay to Montrond-les-Bains (Hilly) | 9 a.m. | Peacock |
| 5 | June 11 | Saint-Chamond to Parc des Oiseaux – Villars-les-Dombes (Hilly) | 9 a.m. | Peacock |
| 6 | June 12 | Saint-Vulbas to Crest-Voland (Mountain) | 9 a.m. | Peacock |
| 7 | June 13 | La Bridoire to Grand Colombier (Mountain) | 8 a.m. | Peacock |
| 8 | June 14 | Beaufort to Plateau de Solaison – Brison (Mountain) | 9 a.m. | Peacock |
Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Remains a Key Tour de France Test
Even with the new name, the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes continues to serve as one of cycling’s premier preparation races before the Tour de France.
The event traditionally attracts elite climbers, general classification contenders, and time-trial specialists looking to sharpen their form against world-class competition. The 2026 route includes several iconic French mountain ascents and challenging summit finishes that could preview major Tour de France battles later this summer.
With four mountain stages, multiple hilly days, and a team time trial, the race offers a complete test for riders aiming to peak in July.
Peacock Continues Expanding Cycling Coverage
Peacock has continued expanding its live cycling offerings, giving American fans access to some of the biggest races on the international calendar.
Subscribers can stream every stage live on compatible devices including smart TVs, tablets, phones, laptops, and streaming devices.