Tour de France is the French national annual male multi-day bicycle stage race organized in the month of July every year. It was started back in 1903 to boost the sales of the newspaper L'Auto, but with the passage of time it turned out to be among the most important yet famous events of France, which gained prominence and popularity across the world. This globally recognized sports tour consists of 21 stages and lengthened to 3 weeks; managed and organized by the Amaury Sports Organization.
Currently, millions of tourist swarm to France to experience and enjoy this impeccable sports event. The participants are not just limited to French people; male riders from all over the world began to participate in the race each year.
If you are a sports enthusiasts and craving to experience something fun; then plan your trip to France this July and enjoy this incredible event live. If the travel budget is bothering you and you think that this tour may leave you bankrupt; hold your horses, as now you can book airline tickets and hotels at most affordable rates. At, Cheapbestfares, you can find the plethora of cheap air tickets options all through the year. Moreover, one can also find the best hotels in France offering discounts on fares.
Though Tour de France traditionally takes place in the month of July following the same format, however, the route changes each year. According to the latest edition of the Tour de France, it consists of 21 day-long stages and covers the distance around 2200 miles, which alternates between clockwise and anti-clockwise circuits across France. More than 20 teams – consisting of 9 male riders in each gather in France to be the part of this event.
The 2200 miles routes include an ascent of the Alpe d'Huez, Paris-Roubaix cobbles, and short and sharp stage in the Pyrenees. If we talk about the upcoming Tour De France 2018 event, which is starting from 7th of July and finals on 29th July; the first three stages of the event will be held in Vendee, and later Brittany, Mur de Bretagne, Roubaix, Alpe d'Huez, Pyrenees, will be covered. The 19th stage, which is also referred to as Queen Stage covers the distance of 200 Km that includes Col-de-Portet, Col d'Aspin, Col du Tourmalet, and Col d'Aubisque. However, the finale parade will take place in the Champs-Elysees.
Martin Wynn
