Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2026: All you need to know - Cycling Weekly
Everything you need to know ahead of Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2026 and Liège-Bastogne-Liège Femmes, taking place on 26 April 2026
www.cyclingweekly.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting up to 2026.
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Men's Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2026: Tadej Pogačar is favored to chase a fourth victory in the men’s edition, which in 2026 covers 259.5 km with the Ardennes climbs shaping the decisive finale. The race is scheduled for April 26, 2026, with the finish in Liège after a traditional route through Bastogne and the Ardennes. Remco Evenepoel is highlighted as a key rival in many pre-race previews.[1][2][3]
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Route and format: The course retains the long-standing Liège-Bastogne-Liège pattern, featuring the climbs of Wanne, Stockeu, and Haute-Levée on the way out, with La Redoute and Roche-aux-Faucons shaping the closing drama before the final run into Liège. The 2026 edition adds up to 4,395 meters of climbing, continuing to test riders’ durability and willingness to attack on the steep late ramps.[3][5]
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Women’s Liège-Bastogne-Liège (Femmes) 2026: The women’s race also takes place on the same day, with a 156 km route from Bastogne to Liège and around 2,830 meters of climbing. Reiterated favorites and route details appear in dedicated previews for the women’s edition, including potential repeat contenders and new challengers.[6][3]
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News coverage: Leading cycling outlets and race organizers have published comprehensive guides for 2026, including route specifics, favorites, start lists, and broadcast information. For example, Cycling Weekly and Tour Magazin provide detailed build-ups, while the official site and Cycling News offer race-day context and route breakdowns.[5][7][8][9][10]
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Notable context for 2026: The event remains one of cycling’s five Monuments, with both men’s and women’s races drawing interest from fans and media worldwide. The Ardennes landscape and the Côte de La Redoute continue to be pivotal, often deciding the outcome as riders turn toward Liège with decisive momentum.[3][5]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest live results, highlight reel moments, or compile a concise race-day recap with key moves and the podium finish. Just tell me which format you prefer (short summary, bullet-by-bullet recap, or a quick timeline).