Tour de France (France) First held in 1903, the Tour de France is cycling’s most prestigious and globally recognized race. Spanning three weeks each July, it covers roughly 3,500 kilometers through flat stages, punishing mountain ascents in the Alps and Pyrenees, and high-speed time trials. Wearing the coveted yellow jersey (maillot jaune) symbolizes leadership and glory. Legends like Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault, Miguel Indurain, and more recently Tadej Pogačar have etched their names into its lore. The Tour transcends sport—it unites French regions, captivates global audiences, and demands physical and mental perfection. Scandals have shadowed its past, yet its drama, beauty, and human struggle endure. For riders, winning the Tour is a career-defining achievement; for fans, it’s a summer ritual of suspense, heroism, and heartbreak beneath open skies and roaring crowds.
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