The Official History of the Tour de France (2025): (Hardback)

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for a cycling fan—or you just love the Tour de France yourself—this stunning updated edition is the ultimate companion. The Official History of the Tour de France, revised for 2025, dives into more than a century of drama, heroics and unforgettable moments from the world’s greatest annual sporting event.

Packed with over 300 photos, rare documents and incredible memorabilia, this beautifully illustrated book charts the Tour’s evolution from its early 1900s beginnings right through to the action‑packed 2024 race. Each era is brought to life with rich storytelling, spotlighting legendary riders, iconic climbs, famous stages and the enduring magic of the yellow jersey.

You’ll find in‑depth features on superstar cyclists, profiles of defining moments, and a foreword from five‑time Tour champion Bernard Hinault. It’s an immersive, visually gorgeous journey through cycling’s most celebrated race—perfect for long‑time followers and newcomers discovering the Tour for the first time.

This is the definitive illustrated history of the Tour de France, and a book every cycling fan will want on their shelf.