The 111th Tour de France Begins in Florence

The Tour de France is one of the most prestigious and challenging cycling races in the world.

The 111th edition of the race will begin in Florence, Italy, on July 6, 2024. The race will cover a total of 3,404 kilometers (2,115 miles) over the course of 21 stages. The race will finish in Paris on July 28, 2024.

The Tour de France is one of the most popular sporting events in the world. It is estimated that over 100 million people will watch the race on television. The race is also a major economic event for the cities that it visits. It is estimated that the race will generate over €200 million in revenue for the city of Florence.

The Tour de France is a challenging race. The riders will have to contend with long distances, difficult terrain, and bad weather. The race is also very competitive. The best cyclists in the world will be competing for the yellow jersey, which is awarded to the rider who has the lowest overall time.

The 111th Tour de France is sure to be an exciting race. The riders will face many challenges, but they will also have the opportunity to experience some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. The race will be a test of their physical and mental endurance. It will also be a test of their will to win.