From October 13 to 18, 2026, the Gree-Tour of Guangxi will return to Guangxi, China. As the final event of the men's UCI WorldTour season, this year's race will feature a new route design and a strong international field, with top professional riders from around the world set to compete across six stages and more than 1,000 kilometers.
The race will start in Chongzuo and finish at the Nongla Scenic Area in Mashan, Nanning. The six stages will pass through Chongzuo, Baise, Hechi, Laibin and Nanning, combining fast sections suitable for sprinters with rolling terrain and demanding climbs. With the overall classification likely to remain open until the final stage, the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi promises an intense battle from the opening day to the finish.
The 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi Starts on October 13
The 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi will begin on October 13 and conclude on October 18, with six stages scheduled over six consecutive days.
The opening stage will start in Chongzuo, marking an important change to the race's traditional route. From there, the peloton will move through western Guangxi and into increasingly mountainous terrain, passing through areas known for their distinctive landscapes, border culture and karst scenery.
The six-stage schedule is as follows:
October 13 – Stage 1: Chongzuo–Chongzuo
The opening stage will take place in Chongzuo. It will also feature the 2026 "Ride Guangxi" mass participation event, bringing professional racing and recreational cycling closer together.
October 14 – Stage 2: Chongzuo–Jingxi
The second stage will take the riders from Chongzuo to Jingxi. With a longer distance and more varied terrain, the stage will begin to introduce the peloton to the more demanding western Guangxi landscape.
October 15 – Stage 3: Jingxi–Bama
The third stage will continue from Jingxi to Bama. As the race moves deeper into the mountainous region, differences between riders could begin to emerge, particularly among those targeting the general classification.
October 16 – Stage 4: Bama–Fengshan–Tian'e
The fourth stage is expected to be one of the key mountain stages of the race. The route will pass through Fengshan before finishing in Tian'e, with a combination of climbs and changing terrain expected to test the riders' endurance and climbing ability.
October 17 – Stage 5: Jinchengjiang–Huanjiang–Luocheng–Yizhou
The fifth stage will start in Jinchengjiang and travel through Huanjiang and Luocheng before finishing in Yizhou. The combination of fast sections and rolling terrain could create opportunities for both breakaway riders and riders fighting for the overall classification.
October 18 – Stage 6: Yizhou–Xincheng–Shanglin–Mashan Nongla
The final stage will start in Yizhou and pass through Xincheng and Shanglin before finishing at the Nongla Scenic Area in Mashan, Nanning. With the overall title potentially still undecided, the final stage could become the decisive battle for the general classification.
Current published race schedules confirm the six-stage structure and the October 13–18 dates, with the final stage finishing at Nongla.
A Strong International Field
The strength of the starting field will be another major attraction of the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi.
The race will bring together leading WorldTour teams alongside professional teams and the Chinese national team. The field is expected to include some of the biggest names in international professional cycling, creating opportunities for intense competition in sprint finishes, breakaways and the overall classification.
The combination of established WorldTour teams and emerging professional riders should also provide a wide range of racing styles throughout the six stages.
Tom Pidcock Leads the List of Riders to Watch
British rider Tom Pidcock will be one of the biggest names to watch at the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi.
Pidcock's Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team has officially listed him for the race from October 13 to 18, including all six stages. His scheduled program includes the opening Chongzuo stage, the mountain stages through Bama and Tian'e, and the final stage to Nongla.
Pidcock's presence adds another dimension to the general classification battle. His ability to climb, accelerate on short uphill sections and handle technically demanding terrain makes him a rider capable of competing across a wide range of stage profiles.
His participation will be particularly interesting given the mountainous character of the 2026 route.
Top Sprinters Add Another Layer to the Competition
While the overall classification will be one of the central storylines, the sprint battles are also expected to attract significant attention.
According to current race information, riders including Paul Magnier, Olav Kooij and Jordi Meeus are among the sprinters expected to compete.
Magnier represents Soudal Quick-Step, Kooij rides for Decathlon CMA CGM, while Meeus competes for Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe. Their presence could lead to several high-speed finishes, particularly on stages where the peloton remains together into the final kilometers.
The race could therefore produce two distinct but closely connected battles: the fight for stage victories among the sprinters and the longer-term battle for the general classification among the strongest all-round riders.
A Route Combining Sprint Opportunities and Mountain Challenges
One of the defining features of the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi is the variety of terrain.
Rather than focusing exclusively on either flat sprint stages or major mountain stages, the route combines fast sections, rolling roads and significant climbs. This gives different types of riders opportunities to influence the race.
Sprinters will look for stages where the peloton can remain together and teams can control the race before the final kilometers. Breakaway specialists may look for opportunities on rolling terrain, while riders targeting the general classification will have to conserve energy and remain competitive throughout the mountainous stages.
The fourth stage from Bama to Tian'e and the final stage from Yizhou to Nongla could prove particularly important for the overall standings.
The 2026 route therefore demands more than pure climbing ability. Riders will need to remain consistent across different types of terrain while managing fatigue during six consecutive days of racing.
The Final Stage Could Decide the Overall Winner
Another important feature of the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi is that the overall classification battle could remain open until the final day.
The sixth stage from Yizhou to Mashan Nongla will pass through Xincheng and Shanglin before reaching the final destination. With demanding terrain still present on the final day, riders leading the general classification will have little room for error.
The race will gradually move from Chongzuo toward the mountainous areas of Guangxi before concluding at Nongla. This progression gives the final stage particular importance and creates the possibility of a late change in the overall standings.
The 2025 Tour of Guangxi was won by Paul Double of Team Jayco AlUla, making him the defending champion heading into the 2026 edition.
With a different route and a new set of challenges, the battle to defend the title will be one of the storylines to follow throughout the race.
Four Jerseys at the Heart of the Competition
Several individual classifications will provide additional objectives throughout the six stages.
The red jersey represents the overall leader, while the blue jersey is awarded to the leading rider in the points classification. The polka-dot jersey recognizes the best climber, while the white jersey belongs to the best young rider.
These classifications could produce particularly interesting battles because the 2026 route combines flat roads, rolling terrain and significant climbs.
General classification contenders will need to remain consistent throughout the race, while sprinters will target points and stage victories. Climbers, meanwhile, will have opportunities to collect points on the mountainous sections.
China's National Team Returns for a Fourth Consecutive Year
The Chinese National Men's Road Cycling Team will also compete in the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi.
For Chinese riders, competing directly against WorldTour-level professionals provides valuable experience in a high-level international stage race. The race also offers an opportunity for domestic riders to compete on home roads in front of local fans.
The 2026 edition will also further strengthen the connection between professional cycling and mass participation.
On October 13, riders taking part in the "Ride Guangxi" mass event will share the same course environment as the professional race in Chongzuo. This provides recreational cyclists with a closer connection to one of China's most important international professional cycling events.
The Countdown to the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi Begins
From the opening stage in Chongzuo on October 13 to the final finish at Mashan Nongla on October 18, the 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi will connect multiple cities and distinctive landscapes across Guangxi.
A strong international field, leading sprinters, riders such as Tom Pidcock and the participation of the Chinese national team will create multiple storylines throughout the six-day race.
At the same time, the mountainous character of the route will place greater emphasis on all-round performance and consistency.
As the final event of the 2026 men's UCI WorldTour calendar, the Gree-Tour of Guangxi represents the final opportunity of the season for riders and teams to compete at WorldTour level. The six-stage race will provide one last major test before the professional cycling season comes to an end.
On October 13, the peloton will roll out from Chongzuo. Six stages later, on October 18, the final battle for the overall classification will reach its conclusion at Mashan Nongla.
The 2026 Gree-Tour of Guangxi is ready to deliver one final WorldTour battle of the season, with six stages of racing, challenging terrain and a fight for victory all the way to the finish.
