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The Tour de France
The Tour de France
Want to catch the Tour de France in Paris?
The world’s most famous cycle race reaches its adrenaline-fuelled finale at the end of July each year in Paris. The Tour de France sees hundreds of cyclists race along the Champs-Elysées as part of the last stage of the gruelling 23-day, 21-stage road race.
So everything rides on the final day?
Actually, no. The outcome of the race is usually predetermined by this point as performance in each leg determines the overall winner of The Tour de France. In Paris, however, the sprint to the finish line is a sight not to be missed - never more so than if a Frenchman is in contention for the coveted maillot jaune (yellow jersey). The President himself turns out to present the prize to the winner under the Arc de Triomphe.
Where does the Tour de France start from?
The exact route of the Tour de France changes annually and selection as a host town – along with the associated boost for the local economy - is as hotly contested as the race itself. London even managed to muscle in on the action in 2007, hosting the race’s big start before the Tour de France headed to Canterbury and from there, to the more patriotic turf of Dunkirk.
Just how tough is the Tour de France?
Serious cyclists only need apply. Some 3500km, including four muscle-crunching mountain finishes, 10 stages on flat roads and just two rest days make up the Tour de France. In Paris, all survivors pedal one final victory lap to celebrate completing the historic race.
Who are the Tour de France record breakers?
American Lance Armstrong rewrote all the history books by winning the Tour de France an unprecedented seven consecutive times between 1999 and 2005. Only four riders have won the Tour de France five times – fellow Frenchmen Jacques Anquetil and Bernard Hinault, Belgium’s Eddy Merckx and Spain’s Miguel Indurain. In 1904, aged 19, Frenchman Henri Cornet became the Tour de France’s youngest ever winner.
Where can I find out more?
Visit www.letour.fr - the official website of the Tour de France. In Paris, you can get details of timings, and the route, from the tourist office (www.parisinfo.com or www.paris.fr). It’s free to watch Paris’ Tour de France – and every other stage along the way - but get there early if you want to get a good view of the all-important finish.
The world’s most famous cycle race reaches its adrenaline-fuelled finale at the end of July each year in Paris. The Tour de France sees hundreds of cyclists race along the Champs-Elysées as part of the last stage of the gruelling 23-day, 21-stage road race.
So everything rides on the final day?
Actually, no. The outcome of the race is usually predetermined by this point as performance in each leg determines the overall winner of The Tour de France. In Paris, however, the sprint to the finish line is a sight not to be missed - never more so than if a Frenchman is in contention for the coveted maillot jaune (yellow jersey). The President himself turns out to present the prize to the winner under the Arc de Triomphe.
Where does the Tour de France start from?
The exact route of the Tour de France changes annually and selection as a host town – along with the associated boost for the local economy - is as hotly contested as the race itself. London even managed to muscle in on the action in 2007, hosting the race’s big start before the Tour de France headed to Canterbury and from there, to the more patriotic turf of Dunkirk.
Just how tough is the Tour de France?
Serious cyclists only need apply. Some 3500km, including four muscle-crunching mountain finishes, 10 stages on flat roads and just two rest days make up the Tour de France. In Paris, all survivors pedal one final victory lap to celebrate completing the historic race.
Who are the Tour de France record breakers?
American Lance Armstrong rewrote all the history books by winning the Tour de France an unprecedented seven consecutive times between 1999 and 2005. Only four riders have won the Tour de France five times – fellow Frenchmen Jacques Anquetil and Bernard Hinault, Belgium’s Eddy Merckx and Spain’s Miguel Indurain. In 1904, aged 19, Frenchman Henri Cornet became the Tour de France’s youngest ever winner.
Where can I find out more?
Visit www.letour.fr - the official website of the Tour de France. In Paris, you can get details of timings, and the route, from the tourist office (www.parisinfo.com or www.paris.fr). It’s free to watch Paris’ Tour de France – and every other stage along the way - but get there early if you want to get a good view of the all-important finish.
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