La Flèche Wallonne 2026 route
New host city, same modern Flèche circuit with Ereffe, Cherave, and the famed Mur de Huy
www.inkl.comHere’s the latest on 2026 La Flèche Wallonne based on recent reporting.
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The 90th edition took place on April 22, 2026, with a route starting in Herstal and finishing atop the Mur de Huy in Huy, covering about 208.8 km. This aligns with the Ardennes Classics format, placing Flèche Wallonne between Amstel Gold Race and Liège-Bastogne-Liège.[2][3][5]
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All three former winners were in contention at the start, highlighting a highly open race with multiple riders capable of winning on the final Mur de Huy climb. Julian Alaphilippe, Dylan Teuns, and other past victors were listed among the favorites.[5][2]
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For viewing and coverage, race-day information and live-stream options varied by country; fans could follow the event through regional broadcasters and the official La Flèche Wallonne site, which provided up-to-date start lists, route details, and race day news.[7][5]
Illustration: a typical Ardennes Classic finish on the Mur de Huy, where the decisive attack often comes on the final ascent, leaving a small group to contest the podium.
If you’d like, I can pull specific race results (top 10, winner, time gaps) or provide a quick one-page recap of how the race unfolded, with highlights and notable attacks.