All You Need to Know – L’Étape Ireland by Tour de France 2025
All You Need to Know – L’Étape Ireland by Tour de France 2025
📅 Date: Sunday, 28th September 2025
📍 Location: Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary
🚴 Distances: 100KM & 150KM
⏰ Start Time: 09:00 (both routes)
Event Location – Carrick-on-Suir
Nestled along the River Suir, this historic cycling town (home to Sean Kelly and Sam Bennett) will be your start and finish hub. Expect a buzzing event village, passionate supporters, and a truly special atmosphere as the town transforms into an Irish Tour de France stage.
Registration Details
You’ll need to collect your rider pack – which includes your timing chip, bike number and final info – before you roll out.
Location: Event Marquee, Carrick Swan’s GAA Club – Eircode E32 WD00
Opening Hours:
- Saturday 27th September: 16:00 – 21:00
- Sunday 28th September: 06:30 – 08:30
Top Tip: Register on Saturday evening to avoid the morning rush and soak up the event village.
Start Line Info
- Start Time: 09:00 sharp – for both 100KM and 150KM routes
- Location: Townwall Street & William Street, in the centre of Carrick-on-Suir
Get there early, soak in the energy, and prepare for a grand départ you’ll never forget.
On-Course Support & Food Stops
We’ve got you covered with well-stocked feed stations along the route. Each station includes water, electrolytes, bananas, bars, gels, fruit, and mechanical support.
150KM Route:
- Foodstop 1: Ballymacarbry
- Foodstop 2: Sliabh gCua St Mary’s GAA Club, Touraneena
- Foodstop 3: Mahonbridge
100KM Route:
- Foodstop 1: Ballymacarbry
- Foodstop 2: Mahonbridge
Please plan your nutrition carefully and refill bottles at every stop.
Route Cut-Off Time – 150KM Only
For the safety of riders and volunteers, a cut-off time applies to the long route.
**If you do not reach Foodstop 1 (Ballymacarbry) by 11:15 AM, you will be re-routed onto the 100KM course.
This ensures all riders finish safely within daylight and support hours. Train smart, pace well, and keep an eye on your time.
Event Partners
We’re excited to welcome Decathlon to the 2025 event!
Look out for them at the Event Village. Whether you’re after nutrition, apparel or advice, they’ll be there to support you.
Event Village & Finish Line
Your L’Étape Ireland experience doesn’t end at the finish line.
Expect a celebratory event village with:
- MC commentary and live finish-line action
- Sponsor zones & pop-up stalls
- Hot food, coffee, snacks & refreshments
- Chillout areas to relax and reflect
- Finisher medals
This is more than a ride – it’s a full-day cycling celebration.
Rider Checklist
Before the big day, don’t forget to:
- Get your bike serviced
- Check your cleats, helmet & kit
- Hydrate and carb-load
- Download your route file if using GPX here or Plotaroute here
- Pack extra layers – it’s Ireland, after all!
See you soon!!
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