Stage 10 Spectator’s Guide to Ennezat, The Climbs & Le Mont-Dore Puy de Sancy
Stage 10 ain’t your casual roadside wave-n-go. It’s a mountain brawl and a fan festival rolled into one — and if you don’t claim your ground early, you’ll be watching through someone else’s selfie stick.
Here’s your pro-level, insider fan playbook.
Where to Catch the Clash of Stage 10
START VILLAGE: Ennezat 🇫🇷
Atmosphere: Classic village départ energy. Riders warming up, team buses polished like Ferraris, fans lining up for autographs, and a whole market of local food stalls.
Best Spectator Spots:
- By the Team Buses (Rue du Commerce) – Autographs, pics, last-minute warm-up sprints.
- Village Square – Giant screen, commentary, and coffee stands.
Local Secrets:
- Hit Boulangerie Élodie early for a still-warm croissant aux amandes — fans queue for it.
- The Marché Gourmand food market sets up by 8:30 AM: cheese stalls, charcuterie, and fresh fruit.
Pro Tip:
Stage roll-out time: ~12:25 PM. Be in position by 11:30 AM.
COL DE GUÉRY (km 83)
Climb Specs:
- 7.8 km long, avg. 5.5%
- Wide forest road at the bottom, narrows mid-climb, tight bends up top.
- Can get windy — this is echelon territory if conditions spark up.
Best Spectator Spots:
- Viewpoint Pullout at km 4 of climb — panoramic over the Auvergne valleys.
- Forested bends (km 6-7) — good shade, huge fan clusters, BBQ smells everywhere.
Local Secrets:
Fan Gear Checklist:
✔️ Cowbells
✔️ Custom signs (“ALLEZ THIBAULT!”)
✔️ Picnic blanket
✔️ Folding chair (bonus points for French flag print)
CROIX SAINT-ROBERT (km 142)
Climb Specs:
- 6 km long, avg. 6.3%
- Stunning open upper slopes, exposed to headwinds.
- Road surface: narrow, rustic — Tour caravan horns sound cooler here.
Best Spectator Spots:
- Final 2 km hairpins — where the climbers attack and gaps open.
- ‘La Table de Bellevue’ picnic area – an actual stone table viewpoint with insane panoramas.
Local Secrets:
Access:
- Park down in Mont-Dore, then hike or jump on the 9:00 AM mountain shuttle.
Fan Atmosphere:
Think mini-Alpe d’Huez — flags, flares, horn-blowing Norwegians, and beer-fueled chants.
FINISH: LE MONT-DORE PUY DE SANCY
Climb Specs:
- 5.4 km at a gnarly 8%
- Narrow road, tight hairpins, no shoulder room — packed like sardines with fans by noon.
Best Spectator Spots:
Local Secrets:
- Le Buron du Sancy serves legendary truffade — hot cheesy potatoes, worth queuing for.
- Stay till dusk — the sun setting behind the Puy de Dôme is straight postcard material.
Access:
Pro Fan Tips:
Local Must-Try Fan Fuel:
Delicacy | What Is It? | Where to Find It |
|---|---|---|
Truffade | Cheese, garlic, and potato dish | Le Buron du Sancy, finish line |
Pâté aux pommes de terre | Savory pie with creamy potatoes | Ennezat market stalls |
Vin de Saint-Pourçain | Robust local red wine | Local pop-up wine stands |
Bonus Insider Hack:
Wanna get on TV?
The Tour moto-cam loves a good roadside nutcase.
How to Watch Stage 10 Live: Global Broadcast Guide & Pro Tips
Stage 10’s a MONSTER — first big mountain test of Tour 2025, and you bet your last croissant the coverage will be wall-to-wall, edge-of-your-seat stuff.
📅 Stage Day
Monday, July 14, 2025 — Bastille Day
Yes, France’s national holiday, so expect crazy crowds, flares, and every fan dressed like Bernard Hinault.
Live Coverage Schedule of Stage 9
🌍 City | 📡 Start Time | 🎬 Expected Finish |
|---|---|---|
Paris | 12:25 PM | 5:00 PM |
London | 11:25 AM | 4:00 PM |
New York | 6:25 AM | 11:00 AM |
Los Angeles | 3:25 AM | 8:00 AM |
Sydney | 8:25 PM | 1:00 AM (Tues) |
Tokyo | 7:25 PM | 12:00 AM (Tues) |
Pro Tip:
💥 Final 30 km starts ~4:00 PM (Paris) — don’t miss the Croix Saint-Robert fireworks.
Where to Watch Live Stage 9
Direct TV Broadcasters:
- 🇫🇷 France TV Sport (France 2, France 3)
- 🇬🇧 Eurosport 1 & Discovery+
- 🇺🇸 NBC Sports & Peacock
- 🌐 GCN+ (Global)
- 🇦🇺 SBS On Demand
Streaming Platforms
- GCN+ — Best multi-camera, on-board, and ad-free stream.
- Discovery+ — Full race + post-stage interviews.
- France.tv — Free in France, gorgeous drone shots.
- Peacock — US stream with bonus commentary.
Fan Hack: Virtual Fanzones
Tour 2025 offers interactive virtual fanzones on the official Tour de France app.
✔️ Vote for the most aggressive rider
✔️ Predict the final climb attack
✔️ Win Tour merch drops
Pro Move:
During Croix Saint-Robert climb, switch to GCN+’s Climber’s Cam — on-bike feeds from the GC boys.
Where to Watch In-Person
If you’re road-tripping France for the stage:
Ennezat Start Village:
- Arrive by 9:00 AM
- Visit the podium, grab free caps & Tour swag
- Coffee at Café du Centre
Croix Saint-Robert Climb:
Le Mont-Dore Finish Line:
Final Coverage Tip
The final 4 km will be pure anarchy — lead groups, splintered peloton, climbers flying.
Do NOT blink after 4:45 PM (Paris time).
