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Ras Tailteann Race Techical Guide 2026
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Dunboyne, Co. Meath Will Host The Stage Five Finish of Rás Tailteann 2026
The 71 st edition of Rás Tailteann will take place from May 20th to May 24th, 2026.
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| Pictured at the launch of Dunboyne's hosting of the finale of Rás Tailteann 2026 were Ger Campbell, Gearoid Campbell and Séamus Domegan (Cairde Rás Tailteann), Toby Sweetman (Rás Tailteann participant). Emma Gill (Tourism Officer, Discover Boyne Valley). Clir Wayne Harding (Cathaoirleach, Meath County Council) and Fiona Lawless (Director of Services, Meath County Councill. |
Following a depart from Carlow, the riders will arrive into Dunboyne where they will complete three laps of a finishing circuit before the final stage winner and overall champion of the 2026 Rás Tailteann are crowned. More>>>
Baltinglass Co. WicklowWill Host The Stage Four Finish Of The 2026 Ras Tailteann
The 71 st edition of Rás Tailteann will take place from May 20th to May 24th, 2026.
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| Ronan O'Connor, then riding for Skyline USA, wins the 2025 Shay Elliott at the top Glenmalure. Photographer: Sean R\\\owe |
Cairde Ras Tailteann is delighted to confirm that stage four of the 2026 Rás Tailteann will finish in Baltinglass, Co. Wicklow on Saturday, May 23rd, as the race returns to the Wicklow Mountains for the first time in eight years.
Bringing one of the race's most important days to a close in the town, the stage is set to be a major moment in the final weekend of the 71st edition of Ireland's most historic and prestigious stage race. More>>>
Carlow Will Host The Stage Four And Five Starts Of Ras Tailteann 2026
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| Pictured at the launch of Carlow's hosting of the stage four and stage five starts of Rás Tailteann 2026 was Michael McCarthy, ESF+ Social Innovation Officer; Cllr. Paul Doogue, Mayor; Linda Culleton, Economic Development Officer; Deborah Foley, Coordinator; Gerard Bonner, Programme Manager;Jack Woods; Mike O'Donaghue, Rás Tailteann Winner 1973; Ger Campbell, Race Director;Teresa O'Meara, Sport Inclusion Development Officer; Caroline Shanahan, Community Sport Development Officer; Eddie Dawson; Clir. Ken Murnane, Cathaoirleach Carlow County Council |
The 2026 event will see riders depart from Carlow Town on consecutive days, with stage four travelling to Baltinglass, Co. Wicklow on Saturday, May 23rd before the final stage heads from Carlow to Dunboyne, Co. Meath on Sunday, May 24th.
Speaking at the official launch, Clir Ken Murnane, Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council, highlighted the significant economic and promotional benefits the race is expected to bring to the county. With teams, officials, media, sponsors and supporters all based locally across the weekend, it is estimated that the event will deliver an econohe 71 st edition of Rás Tailteann will take place from May 20th to May 24th, 2026.
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Enniscorthy Co. Wexford Will Host The Stage Three Finish Of The 2026 Rás Tailteann
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| Riders leaving Enniscorthy during Stage 2 of the 2006 Rás Tailteann - the last time the race visited the town. Photographer: Lorraine O'Sullivan. Picture courtesy of www.rastailteann.com. |
Having started in Mitchelstown earlier in the day, the riders will take on a 155.6 kilometre route through Cork, Tipperary, Kilkenny and Wexford before arriving into Enniscorthy for what promises to be a fast, technical and hard-fought finale. The stage features mostly flat roads on a twisting course, with two Category 3 climbs along the way. The final challenge comes in the closing kilometre, with an uphill finish into Enniscorthy that could create a dramatic conclusion to the day and prove important in the battle for the general classification. More>>>
Mitchelstown Co. Cork Will Host The Stage Three Start of The 2026 Rás Tailteann,
The 71st edition of Rás Tailteann will take place from May 20th to May 24th, 2026.
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| Picture: Members of Mitchelstown GAA are pictured ahead of welcoming Ras Tailteann to the town for the stage three start of the 2026 race. |
Mitchelstown Co. Cork Will Host The Stage Three Start of The 2026 Rás Tailteann,
Cairde Rás Tailteann is delighted to confirm that Mitchelstown, Co. Cork will host the stage three start of the 2026 Ras Tailteann on Friday, May 22nd, as Ireland's most historic and prestigious stage race continues is journey across the country. More>>>
Spanish Team Natural Greatness for Ras Tailteann 2026
The 71st edition of Rás Tailteann will take place from May 20th to May 24th, 2026
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| Natural Greatness - Rali - Alé in action during the 2026 season. |
Spanish Team Natural Greatness for Ras Tailteann 2026
Cairde Rás Tailteann is delighted to announce Natural Greatness - Rali - Alé as one of our visiting teams for the 2026 event as the Spanish outfit returns to Irish roads with strong ambitions.
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Banter, Co.Cork To Host The Finish Of Stage Two Ras Tailteann 2026
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| Back (left to right): Connie Tarrant, Nicholas Corkery, Denis Withers, Dermot McCarthy Front (left to right): Margaret Corkery, Denise 'Keeffe. Mary Cahill, Catherine Cahill |
Cairde Rás Tailteann is delighted to confirm that Banteer, Co. Cork will host the finish of stage two of the 2026 Rás Tailteann on Thursday, May 21st, as Ireland's most historic and prestigious stage race returns for its 71st edition.
Stage two will begin in Rathmore, Co. Kerry and cover 192.7 kilometres before the riders race into Banteer for what promises to be a thrilling and hard-earned finish. Following the start in Kerry, the race will make its way into Cork over one of the most demanding routes of the week.
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Rathmore, Co.Kerry Will Host The Stage Two Start of The 2026 Ras Tailteann…
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| Left to right: Niall Kelleher (Kerry County Councillor and Chair, Rathmore Community Council). Timmy Reen (Reens Rathmore), Kieran O'Keeffe (O'Keeffe's Oil Rathmore). Donie Kelleher (Sliabh Luachra CC), Dan Dennehy (Dennehy Transport, Millstreet), Eileen Buckley and Emer Carty (Clover Hill Foods, Millstreet), John Reen (Reens Rathmore) and Tim Murphy (Sliabh Luachra CC) |
Cairde Ras Tailteann is delighted to confirm that Rathmore, Co. Kerry will host the stage two start of the 2026 Ras Tailteann on Thursday. May 21st. as Ireland's most historic and prestigious stage race continues its journey across the country.
Following the opening stage from Portlacise to Kilmallock, riders will gather in Rathmore on Thursday morning before setting out on one of the most demanding stages of the race, with a challenging route ahead to Banteer, Co. Cork.
Parking for teams and race vehicles will be based at Knocknagree GAA Club, with the race rolling through Rathmore before assembling at Rathmore Community Centre for the ceremonial start. Covering 192.7 kilometres, the stage will
take the peloton from Kerry into Cork over a demanding route that is expected to play a key role in shaping the overall race.
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Driving Growth: The Economic Engen Of Rás Tailteann 2026 Comes To Carlow
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| Members Of Carlow County Council With Paul Woods Cyclist Gerry Campbell Race Director, Mike O'Donoghue & Eddie Dawson |
The sporting calendar for 2026 is poised to deliver a significant boost to the local economy in Carlow, as Carlow County Council officially announces its stage sponsorship of Rás Tailteann 2026. This partnership is not merely a celebration of elite cycling; it is a strategic economic maneuverer designed to position Carlow as a primary beneficiary of one of Ireland’s most prestigious sporting events. By hosting two race starts, the county is set to capitalize on a substantial influx of visitors, participants, and support teams. More>>>
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