- Stage 3 takes place on Sunday 4 July 2027, from Welshpool to Cardiff.
- Check the official race information for spectator access and travel updates.
- Agree your stay with Natalia before making plans around the event.
A historic day for Wales – Sunday 4 July 2027
Something very exciting is coming to Wales.
On Sunday 4 July 2027, the world’s most famous cycling race, the Tour de France, will arrive in Wales for the very first time.
Stage 3 of the 2027 Tour de France will begin in Welshpool in Mid Wales and travel south through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Powys and South Wales before finishing in Cardiff.
For those of us who live here, it is a rather special opportunity to see one of the world’s biggest sporting events taking place right on our doorstep.
And for visitors, it is a wonderful excuse to discover Mid Wales, Powys and the beautiful Welsh countryside.
The Welsh stage – Welshpool to Cardiff
The Welsh stage will begin in Welshpool, before making its way through the heart of Mid Wales.
The route passes through several familiar towns and communities, including Newtown, Llandrindod Wells, Builth Wells and Brecon, before heading towards the dramatic landscapes and climbs of Bannau Brycheiniog and then continuing through the South Wales Valleys to Cardiff.
For cycling fans, the route promises a spectacular day of racing.
For everyone else, it offers something equally exciting, the chance to experience Wales at its very best, with the world’s best cyclists racing through green valleys, market towns, mountain roads and some truly beautiful countryside.
This will also be the final UK stage of the 2027 Grand Départ, making it an especially significant moment in the race.
A wonderful opportunity to explore Mid Wales
If you are travelling to Wales for the Tour de France, why not make more of your visit?
Mid Wales is a wonderful destination in its own right, with spectacular scenery, quiet country lanes, walking routes, wildlife and fascinating places to explore.
Elan Valley
Just a short drive from us is the spectacular Elan Valley, with its reservoirs, dramatic landscapes, wildlife and miles of peaceful roads and paths.
The area is particularly beautiful for walking, cycling and photography, and offers a wonderful contrast to the excitement of race day.
Visit Wales itself highlights the Elan Valley as one of the places to explore around the Mid Wales section of the Tour de France route.
Rhayader and the River Wye
Rhayader sits on the River Wye and is surrounded by beautiful countryside.
It is a lovely place to explore during a stay in Mid Wales, with independent shops, cafés, walks and easy access to the surrounding countryside.
The River Wye and the surrounding landscape also offer plenty of opportunities to slow down and enjoy the quieter side of Wales.
Wildlife and the Welsh countryside
One of the things we love most about living here is the wildlife.
Red kites can often be seen circling overhead, while sheep graze in the fields surrounding our farm. Depending on the season, guests may also spot hares, birds and other wildlife during their stay.
After a day watching the world’s greatest cyclists race through Wales, there can be something rather lovely about returning to the quiet of the farm.
Where to stay for the Tour de France in Mid Wales
If you are looking for accommodation near the Tour de France in Mid Wales, we would love to welcome you to one of our two unique shepherds huts.
Juniper and Seren are lovingly converted from historic railway wagons dating from the 1920s and sit within our third-generation working sheep farm.
Each hut is completely individual, combining railway heritage, thoughtful craftsmanship and modern comfort.
After a day experiencing the Tour, you can return to the peace and quiet of the farm, light the firepit, relax in the Edwardian outdoor bath and watch the evening sky unfold.
And, if the weather is kind, there is no better place to finish the day than beneath the dark skies of Mid Wales.
You don't have to be a cyclist!
Although the Tour de France is one of the world’s greatest cycling events, you don’t need to be a cycling enthusiast to enjoy the occasion.
The atmosphere surrounding the race will be something quite special.
Roads will be lined with spectators, communities will come together and the Welsh countryside will become the backdrop to a moment of sporting history.
You might come to watch the peloton pass by.
You might bring your camera.
You might simply want to experience the atmosphere.
Or perhaps you are looking for an excuse to take a summer break in Wales.
Whatever brings you here, the Tour de France is a wonderful reason to discover Mid Wales.
A historic moment for Wales
The 2027 Tour de France will be much more than a cycling race.
It will be the first time a full stage of the men’s Tour de France has taken place in Wales, bringing the world’s attention to our landscapes, communities and cycling heritage.
From the start in Welshpool, through the heart of Powys and Mid Wales, across the mountains and valleys, and finally into Cardiff, the Welsh stage will showcase an extraordinary variety of landscapes.
And we are incredibly proud that so much of that journey will take place here in Wales.
Make a Mid Wales break of it
Why not turn your Tour de France visit into a few days away?
Stay a little longer.
Explore Rhayader.
Discover the River Wye.
Walk through the hills.
Watch the red kites.
Explore Rhayader and the surrounding countryside.
And, of course, experience the excitement of seeing the world’s best cyclists racing through Wales.
Then return to your own little corner of the Welsh countryside and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of Mid Wales Shepherds Huts.
The Tour de France is coming to Wales.
And we’d love you to discover Mid Wales while you’re here.
Sunday 4 July 2027
Welshpool → Cardiff
Stage 3 of the Tour de France
Plan your Tour de France visit
For the latest route information, timings and official updates, we recommend checking the official Tour de France and Visit Wales websites before travelling.
