Les Copains 2026: a 100% Puy-de-Dôme edition, more intense than ever!

From July 1st to 4th, 2026, the legendary Les Copains sportive will exclusively take place in the Puy-de-Dôme for a 38th edition that is more focused, smoother, and resolutely geared towards rider enjoyment.

After a record-breaking 2025 vintage, the organization has listened to thousands of participants and is refining the formula to offer the ultimate Auvergne experience.

Mark your calendars: registrations open Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 6 PM sharp! ➤ cyclolescopains.fr

What’s new in 2026

The Classic permanently set for Saturday

Start moved up to 8 AM → less heat, more freshness on the climbs
100% Puy-de-Dôme: no more incursions outside the department to refocus logistics and enhance the Puy-de-Dôme roads
The ultra postponed to the first weekend of June 2026 (new event to come)
The itinerant Objectif Auvergne will not be renewed

« With these adjustments, we are returning to our roots while offering ever more appealing routes. The 2026 edition promises to be the almost ideal formula. » – Mathieu Debarges – UC2A Manager

The 2026 program: 3 events for all tastes

1. Les Itinérantes – Auvergne in several bites

Two formulas with full board possible to ride light and enjoy 200%.

Objectif Puy de Dôme: Thursday 2 → Saturday 4 July | 346 km | D+ 6,830 m | €125

Objectif Forez: Friday 3 → Saturday 4 July | 212 km | D+ 3,970 m | €85

2. Le Vélodrôme de Charade – The timed surprise

Thursday, July 2, at 5 PM on the legendary motor racing circuit.
Registration possible ONLY for this event (no need to do the rest of the weekend).
A big surprise will be unveiled in December 2025… stay tuned!

3. La Classique – The big event Saturday, July 4

4 routes to choose from, with or without ranking, finish at the summit of Col de Chougoirand (except for the cool option below).

125 km – 107 km – 81 km – 63 km
Unbeatable early-bird prices:
€45 until December 31, 2025
€59 from February 1 to April 30, 2026
€69 May 2026
€79 from June 1, 2026

New for 2026 → On the 63 km route, those with fresh legs can ease off and return to Ambert after only 65 km. The perfect escape to enjoy without blowing up!