What do you know about the Tour de France? This week we will learn about this annual cycling event that has been a part of French History since 1903!
Le Programme/The Agenda:
What is the Tour de France? Read this interesting article for information about the Tour de France, how it came about, and how it is carried out today.
A beginner’s guide to the Tour de France is where you will discover information about the race stages, the jobs of each cyclist and the different meanings behind the jersey colors.
Each stage of the race is listed on the official Tour site, and you can follow along! Click on each stage (2024 route) as the race progresses for information on the terrain, distance, and even information on the towns! If you were to head to France to watch the race in person, you can choose places to stay! Can you keep up with the race for its entirety?
For the first time in Tour de France history, the race will end in Nice, France instead of Paris. Why do you think this is the case? The Olympics are taking center stage in Paris!
Learn how to say different parts of a bicycle (le vélo) with pronunciations in French!
Amusez-vous bien!/Have fun!
The 2024 Tour de France will stream on Peacock for daily viewing.
Trivia: Can you name the only 3 times in history that the Tour de France did not happen? Who is Maurice Garin?
Color your own Tour de France jersey, using your newfound knowledge of what each color represents!