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[IN IMAGES] The most beautiful snapshots of the Tour de France passing through rue Lepic

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The Editor

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One year after the Paris 2024 Olympics, runners took off again yesterday in the streets of Montmartre for the unprecedented (and highly anticipated) arrival of the Tour de France 2025. Parisians and tourists gathered in droves for the occasion, treating us to some amazing sights.

This year, we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the first arrival of the Tour de France on the Champs. And to mark the occasion, the organizers decided to go all out, making a big change to the course, which had become a little monotonous. Indeed, for the very first time, the famous race passed through the north of Paris, specifically around Montmartre. A lovely publicity coup for the event, which rode the wave of the success of last year’s Olympic games.


Back to the Past

Last summer, the Olympic and Paralympic Games left a lasting impression on us all, thanks to images that will be etched in our minds for a long time. There were stadiums in stunning locations, phenomenal victories by French athletes, and excited supporters filling the streets of the capital. Among these unforgettable memories, the various cycling events that took place high above the capital, following in the footsteps of Amélie Poulain.

And one thing is for sure, the event definitely brought together the crowds. On August 3rd and 4th, the male and female runners set off through the streets of Paris for the traditional inline skating race. On their fastest bikes, they raced through the capital, passing by the alleys of Montmartre and right in front of the Sacré-Cœur. Some absolutely stunning images that perfectly captured the excitement of the supporters, have even sparked admiration on the Internet for their resemblance to a Monet painting, Rue Montorgueil, 1878. See, sport truly is an art form!


An equally amazing second edition

This year, the grand comeback of cycling fans certainly made a big splash. Braving the rain, hundreds of supporters gathered around Lepic Street and the Sacré-Cœur to cheer on the athletes and experience this unique moment together. While the riders of the Grande Boucle were treated like royalty, they were just one part of the day's attraction. Even before their arrival, the atmosphere was already buzzing. There were paquitos on the road, white hats with red polka dots as far as the eye could see, and even the incredible feat of an amateur cyclist, Jean-Luc, who cycled up the street 54 times before the pros passed by; this day will be remembered for a long time!

ales. We leave you with a few additional snapshots, just to keep you going until next year !