Saumur. In pictures: a day of celebration and sport with the Tour de France women

Since Tuesday morning. Therefore, the city of Saumur has been beating to the rhythm of the bicycle on the occasion of the Tour de France women with Zwift whose pearl of Anjou is the city of departure of the 4th stage. In addition, A stage of just over 130 km which led the runners to Poitiers via Souzay-Champigny, Montsoreau and Chinon. Consequently, For the occasion, Place du Chardonnet in Saumur had transformed into a real fan zone with many partners in partners. For example, The Saumurois and tourists of passage were able to stroll there, play, taste, have information on the maintenance of bikes … For example, a little further. facing the military schools of Saumur, the paddocks of the teams allowed the curious and enthusiasts to discover the preparations, the mounts and the organization behind the scenes of this renowned competition. Around saumur. pictures: day celebration sport 12:30 p.m.. onlookers rushed near the barriers to try to collect as many objects and gifts as possible during the passage of the advertising caravan. Arms stretched in the air. whistles, signs or other equally creative ideas, everyone had chosen their weapons to try to leave with one (or more) bob, pens, magnets … real memories and treasures for some. Then the teams were presented one by one before aligning themselves on the fictitious starting line. avenue du Maréchal Foch, before a real departure, launched, at the exit of the city. In a few seconds. the many cyclists had disappeared from the field of vision of spectators leaving at high speed in the Saumur streets.

On the fan zone

The passage of the advertising caravan

Great departure time!