Following the success of the prologue at Espace Mayenne Laval over the last three years, the Boucles will return there on Thursday 28 May 2026 to launch its 51st edition with a 5.4km prologue.
The Boucles village will come to life from 3pm, creating a warm and popular celebration of this sporting event. Spectators will be able to grab a bite to eat, wander between the team buses, discover the various local players and watch the race at the end of the day.
3pm: Opening of the entertainment village at Espace Mayenne
4.30pm: The publicity caravan passes along the route
Free access to the bus park for the cycling teams
5.10pm to 6.10pm: Reconnaissance of the course by the riders
6.15pm: Start of the 1st rider
8.32pm: Estimated arrival of the last rider
8.40pm: Official ceremony
Free entry for all.
Opening times
On 28 May 2026
- 15:00
