La Vuelta Crosses Andorra
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Stage 4 entirely on Andorran soil. The peloton passes through Pas de la Case and the Port d'Envalira. Major closures expected between 1pm and 6pm.
The Vuelta peloton passes right through Pas de la Case on its way up to the Port d'Envalira. The CG-2 (Andorra la Vella → Encamp → Canillo → Soldeu → Pas de la Case) will be closed by three passes of the peloton on this stretch. Expect up to 3 hours of closure and major traffic jams all day.
🗓️ Stage 4 — Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- 📍 Neutralized start: Andorra la Vella (Av. Tarragona) — 2:49pm
- 🏁 Estimated finish: Andorra la Vella — ~5:22pm
- 📏 Distance: 104.8 km
- ⛰️ Elevation gain: +3,300 m
- 💀 Difficulty: Ultra-mountainous — 4 passes
🗺️ Stage Route
- Andorra la Vella → Encamp
- Encamp → El Tarter → Canillo
- Canillo → Soldeu → Pas de la Case
- Port d'Envalira (2,408 m) — Category 1
- Descent → Envalira Tunnel → Encamp
- Collada de Beixalís (Cat. 1) → Ordino
- Coll d'Ordino (Cat. 1) → Canillo
- La Comella (Cat. 3, km 100) — 1,347 m
- Descent → finish in Andorra la Vella
⚠️ Confirmed Closures
- 🔴 Av. Tarragona (Andorra la Vella): closed for 24h starting 10pm Monday 8/24
- 🔴 CG-2 Encamp–Canillo: ~3h closure (triple pass of the peloton)
- 🟠 All roads on the route: closed ~1h before the peloton passes
- 🚌 Public transport: lines L2-L7 rerouted, central station closed
🇫🇷 From France: Access via Col de Puymorens / RN20
Coming from France (Toulouse → Ax-les-Thermes → RN20/RN22 → Puymorens Tunnel or Col de Puymorens), you arrive directly in Pas de la Case, on the Andorran side. That's good news: you don't have to cross Andorra la Vella or the CG-2.
The catch: if you're already in Pas de la Case and want to head down toward Andorra la Vella (shops, hotels further down), the CG-2 will be closed until roughly 6pm. You'll be stuck on the Pas de la Case / Soldeu side during the race.
⚠️ Reminder: the RN22 detour for the H2 avalanche gallery works is still in effect until the end of October 2026. Allow extra time on this route.
⛰️ The Port d'Envalira — the stage's high point
The Port d'Envalira is the highest road pass in the Pyrenees, at 2,408 meters of altitude. It sits just above Pas de la Case and marks the high point of this stage. The peloton will climb from the village before descending through the Envalira Tunnel.
It's one of the iconic climbs of Pyrenean cycling. The Grandvalira facilities sit at the foot of the pass — an ideal spot to watch the peloton go by if you arrive early enough.
🛣️ How to Plan Your Day on August 25
If you're already in Pas de la Case or arrive early, you'll be able to enjoy the race without any trouble. Restrictions start around 1pm.
This is the most critical window. Route roads closed, massive traffic jams downstream. If you need to drive within Andorra, shift your trip.
Roads reopen gradually once the last official vehicle has passed. Expect significant traffic jams once circulation resumes.
Mobilitat recommends avoiding non-essential car travel between 1pm and 6pm and favoring remote work.
📅 What About Wednesday, August 26?
Stage 5 departs from Falset (Tarragona, Spain) toward Roquetes (Terres de l'Ebre) — a stage entirely outside Andorra. On August 26, Andorran roads should be back to normal from the morning onward. That said, there may still be some traffic jams left over from the previous day's spectators. Check the webcams before heading out.
👀 Want to See the Peloton Go By?
If you're already in Andorra, this is a unique opportunity. The best spots to watch the race are the Grandvalira area in Soldeu and the Pas de la Case / Port d'Envalira zone. Bring water, warm clothing (it's cold at 2,400 m even in August), and arrive well ahead of time.