On 29 June 2024, the Tour de France will set off from Florence in Italy, with an exceptional finish scheduled in Nice on 21 July. Why not take a trip to see the peloton and rediscover France at the same time? From Turin to Nice, with Dijon in between, discover some of the Tour de France's stage towns.
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Turin, a cultural stage
Admire the architecture
On Monday 1 July, the Tour, or the “Grande Boucle” as it’s also known in France, will feature a stage in Turin. Take the opportunity to discover the Italian city through its rich cultural heritage. Admire the baroque arcaded houses, large squares, and palaces. Then, head off to Europe's largest open-air market. On the Piazza della Repubblica, you'll love the fruits and vegetables on offer at the various stalls. It’s the perfect way to recharge your batteries before your cultural visits.
The National Museum of Cinema and the Egyptian museum
Head to the National Museum of Cinema to discover Europe's first and largest film museum. Over its five floors, you'll discover a wide range of collections: cameras, photographic documents, posters from all over the world, etc. After the cinema, it’s off to Egypt. Turin's Egyptian Museum boasts the second-largest collection in the world after that of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Immerse yourself in the age of the pharaohs, and travel through the ages as you visit the different floors.
Dijon, a gourmet stage
The Fallot mustard factory
On Thursday, 4 July 2024, the Tour de France stage finishes in Dijon, and Dijon means mustard! At the Fallot mustard factory, discover the equipment formerly used to crush the seeds, make mustard, jar the finished product. The tour ends with a tasting session at the mustard bar.
The Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin in Dijon
The Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin in Dijon celebrates the French art of living: the Gastronomic Meal of the French and the Climats du vignoble de Bourgogne (Climates of the Burgundy wine country). There are various exhibitions, a gastronomic village, wine tastings, workshops, restaurants and more.
Troyes, a shopping stage
Hit the factory outlets
On Sunday, 7 July, the Tour de France stage finishes in Troyes. It’s the perfect opportunity to take a shopping break. Troyes is the capital of factory outlets. Take advantage of special offers that are 30 to 50% cheaper than in traditional shops. Head for the McArthurGlen centre, where over 110 shops offer big discounts. For a more streetwear style, head to Marques City, just next door, for 15,000 m² of discounts ranging from 30% to 50%.
Cultural break
Discover an original cultural venue in Troyes, La Cité du Vitrail. Discover the Stained Glass Route, which takes you to the various churches in Troyes and the department. The Cité du Vitrail also presents stained glass windows that have been taken down for restoration, before being returned to their original buildings.
Nîmes, a Roman stage
The Amphitheatre of Nîmes
On Tuesday, 16 July, the Tour de France stage finishes in Nîmes. Take the opportunity to discover the amphitheatre. The tour is free, with panels and an audio guide to help you understand this Roman amphitheatre. Today, the amphitheatre is used for historical re-enactments, concerts, etc.
The Maison Carrée
Visit the Maison Carrée, the only intact Roman temple in the world: 26 m long, 15 m wide, and 17 m tall. Dedicated to Gaius and Lucius Caesar, grandsons of the Emperor Augustus, the Maison Carrée is the first Roman temple dedicated to imperial worship, built in the 1st century CE, with columns featuring Corinthian capitals and very fine architectural decoration.
The Maison Carrée in Nîmes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A museographic display with a model and explanatory panels has been set up inside the room, to help visitors discover this temple and its history over the centuries.
Nice, the final sprint stage
A stroll through the old town of Nice
Exceptionally, on Sunday, 21 July, the Tour de France will finish in Nice rather than on the Champs-Elysées. Head for the Promenade des Anglais and the tree-lined districts of Cimiez and Mont-Boron.
Starting from the Old Port, in the heart of the city, climb to the top of the Castle Hill to see the panoramic view. Then, all you have to do is lose yourself in the charming little streets of the historic centre. The airy, pedestrian Place Masséna is the strategic centre of the old town, with a touch of Tuscany about it.
The beaches of Nice
Take advantage of the sunshine in Nice to swim in the Mediterranean. There's a beach to suit every taste in Nice, from the Promenade des Anglais to Reserve beach near the port. To get to the latter, you have to walk along the seafront. This small beach is quieter than those on the Promenade des Anglais.
