One of the pleasures we enjoy as cycling fans is the anticipation that builds up as the season progresses, from the Tour Down Under to the week long stage races in Spain and France to the Spring Classics and eventually the Grand Tours. But tucked between the headline-grabbing Monuments are events like the Tour of the Alps—races that may fly under the radar but deliver world-class competition and stunning scenery. In 2026, the Tour of the Alps once again showcased its unique blend of brutal climbing and breathtaking landscapes—and thanks to Rouvy, you don’t just have to watch it… you can ride it.
2026 marked the 10th edition of the Tour of the Alps (TotA). For 38 years previously it was known in a different form as the Giro di Trentino. It is an international race that encompasses three different regions (and two languages) in Italy and Austria, with variations in the route each year. One can only imagine the organizational challenges this must pose but the promoters do not fail to put on a good show. In addition to the race itself, there are all kinds of events planned in each of the small towns the Tour visits, highlighting the cultural attractions and sporting highlights to be found.
The organizers of TotA are very media savvy. Each February before the race they have an elite rider preview the course for YouTube videos. In 2021 it was Paolo Bettini; in 2022 Bernhard Eisel; in 2023 Sonny Colbrelli; in 2024 and 2025 Daniel Oss; and this year it was Daniele Bennati. And, yes, there are English subtitles!
As this race passes through some of the most beautiful scenery on the planet, nothing beats being there in person. Of course, it is possible to watch the race via the usual streaming services at home but if you missed out on either of those opportunities, Rouvy, the indoor cycling app that features realistic videos of real scenery, has for the past several years teamed up with TotA to offer a challenge: ride segments of all five stages of the current year.
The 2026 Rouvy offering, “The Tour of the Alps 2026 Challenge,” launched on April 20, the same day that the real race began. The five stages on Rouvy are each between 20 and 35 kms in length but there is some serious climbing in the forecast: the stages total 152 kms but with nearly 2,600 m of elevation gain. You can compete with others or ride alone. Either way you will still be eligible to win official Tour of the Alps kit or leaders’ jerseys as long as you complete the Challenge before May 23.
Rouvy has a brief description of each stage, such as this one for the Stage 2:
Tour of the Alps Stage 2–Val Martello
Ride through the Vinschgau valley from Glurns towards Latsch, following gentle valley roads beneath high alpine peaks. The route builds into a steady climb towards the mountain slopes, with open views, orchards and a calm alpine atmosphere throughout.
And thanks to the organizers of TotA you can always check out the highlights of this year’s race on the same stage you will ride virtually. Needless to say, it was another excellent edition and delivered some unexpected stage wins.
Like most indoor cycling apps, Rouvy offers a free trial, theirs being seven days. However, it has no fewer than six different subscription plans and also has the flexibility to allow you to suspend your account, which is useful for those preferring to take advantage of seasonal good weather.
- Check out the excellent Tour of the Alps Official Website (you can even download the Roadbook used by the teams) here: www.tourofthealps.eu/en.
- For more information about Rouvy, and to sign up for your free trial and the opportunity to ride this and other Challenges, go here: www.rouvy.com
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