The “Tour de France” is the world’s most renowned bike race. Traditionally, it has several stages which involve cycling across France,

and ends after a grueling 3,500 km at the “Arc de Triomphe” in Paris.

Since 1903, the 3-week long race has been held in July. The only exceptions were during the two world wars, when no contest was held between 1915 and 1918 and 1940 and 1946 respectively.

As a result, this year’s race marks the centenary of the event.

Source: WOPA

published May 5th, 2013