LAUWIN-PLANQUE, France, July 6, 2025
Stage 2 of the Tour de France Promises a Thrilling Finish
Cyclists face a challenging 209.1 km route culminating in a punchy finale.
- Stage 2 runs from Lauwin-Planque to Boulogne-sur-Mer.
- The 209.1-kilometer route crosses the North and Pas-de-Calais regions.
- A “Punch Festival” is expected on the Côte d’Opale.
- The stage is part of the 112th edition of the Grande Boucle.
- Watch live on France 2, France 3, and Eurosport 1.
The second stage of the Tour de France 2025, a demanding 209.1-kilometer race, promises a thrilling spectacle; the stage starts in Lauwin-Planque and concludes in Boulogne-sur-Mer.
The Route and the Promise of a “Punch Festival”
The 112th edition of the Grande Boucle continues after the 2024 edition that didn’t conclude on the Champs-Elysées due to the Paris Olympic Games. Stage 2, spanning 209.1 kilometers, will take riders through the scenic North and Pas-de-Calais regions.
Christian Prudhomme, the head of the Grande Boucle, anticipates a “Punch Festival” on the Côte d’Opale. The muscular arrival is expected to test the riders’ strength and strategy.
The Essentials: Where, When, and How to Watch
Where?
The race begins in Lauwin-Planque and ends in Boulogne-sur-Mer.
When?
The official start time is 12:35 p.m. The estimated finish time is 5:20 p.m., assuming an average speed of 44 kilometers per hour.
How to Watch?
Tune into France 2, France 3, and Eurosport 1 to catch all the action live.
Who will be commentating?
Valentin Moinard and Louise Le Borgne will be providing live commentary.
What We Won’t Be Discussing
The Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris, celebrating its centenary as a “United Nations in miniature,” will not be a topic of discussion during the broadcast.
