Cycling fan or not, Amiens is worth a detour. And if you are a fan, it’s even better watching the peloton roll through a place with this much soul. 7/7 #ExploreMore #travelingtheworld

Locals call it the “Venice of France.” Colmar may have its La Petite Venise, but Amiens keeps it quiet, calm, and cool. No gondolas, just garden boats and duck sightings. 6/7

Then there’s the hortillonnages - floating market gardens accessible by boat. A peaceful, unexpected slice of green right in town. 5/7

Its Gothic Cathedral is the largest in France, yes, bigger than Notre-Dame in Paris. And the medieval belfry adds even more character. 4/7

The Somme River splits the town, weaving through medieval streets, cozy cafés, and a district called Quartier St. Leu. Think cobblestone charm with canal views. 3/7

Just over an hour by train from Paris Gare du Nord, Amiens is the kind of place you can day trip to and then wish you’d stayed longer. 2/7 #VisitFrance

Stage 4 of the @letourfr.bsky.social 2025 kicked off in Amiens France. Here’s why Amiens deserves a spot on your French travel radar... 🧵1/7 #VeloRoam #TDF2025

🏖️ As you finish your trip towards the sea, Dunkirk awaits full of history. Make sure to:
1️⃣ Explore the WWII museums & shipwrecks at low tide.
2️⃣ Climb the UNESCO Belfry of Saint-Éloi for stunning views.
3️⃣ Stroll the harbor & soak in the vibrant seaside atmosphere. 🌊🇫🇷 4/4

🌄 Next up was today's Cat 4 climb/bump in the road - Côte de Cassel. Located in French Flanders, Cassel provides some great views of the surrounding area. Plus you can check out the 18th-century windmill perched at 170m/557ft elevation to make your visit even more memorable. 3/4

🎨 Start with culture in Valenciennes. Make a stop at the Musée des Beaux-Arts to explore its impressive Flemish & French art collection. Then, snap a photo of the stunning Gothic Hôtel de Ville (City Hall) nearby. 2/4 #TourDeFrance2025 #ExploreMore

🚴‍♂️Stage 3 of the @letourfr.bsky.social 2025 took riders from Valenciennes to Dunkirk, a route full of culture, history, and stunning views. When you plan your visit to Northern France make sure to pencil in these 3 must-see spots along the way. 🧵1/4👇 #VeloRoam #TDF2025

You're in the mountains of Northern Italy so you might as well plan some winter fun as well! Today's finish town of Aprica has one of the most renowned ski resorts in the Lombardy Region just waiting for you to shred down the slopes! #ExploreMore 4/4

Make sure to set aside time to explore the area by foot since there are countless amazing hiking opportunities. And of course since we're all cycling fans you might as well visit the Marco Pantani Monument along the way! #CyclingHistory #HikingItaly 3/4

🎨 We start in Clusone Italy where you town's artistic beauty which is home to the famous "Dance of Death" frescoes in the Church of St. Mary. The medieval charm is beyond captivating! 🏰 #VisitItaly 2/4

🚴‍♀️ Stage 2 of the #GirodItaliaWomen 2025 takes us from Clusone to Aprica. A breathtaking route through Northern Italy’s stunning mountains. Here are 3 must-see stops for any traveler on this iconic stage. 🧵👇 1/4 #VeloRoam

Along the way you can visit the Venetian Walls of Bergamo and The Santa Giulia and San Salvatore churches in Brescia - both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enjoy the ride! #VeloRoam #TravelTips #ExploreItaly 3/3

Traveling cyclists will want to ride the Bergamo Brescia Cultural Ciclovia, a 170km (105-ish miles for us non-metric folks) route winding between Bergamo and Brescia (76km/47mi direct between the two cities). 2/3

Today's opening stage of the #GirodItaliaWomen - an individual time trial - took us to Bergamo, Italy - northeast of Milan and a short distance to Lake Como. 1/3

The @letourfr.bsky.social isn't the only big show in pro cycling going on. Don't miss the #GirodItaliaWomen on HBO Max if you're in the US as we get to enjoy traversing the Italian countryside the next week double dipping some amazing scenery along with the men in France! #VeloRoam #ExploreMore

While you're there get some exercise and trek to top of the Beffroi d'Arras (bell tower) - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - and get a bird's eye view of the city!

Arras, France is home to one of France's popular Christmas Markets in the Place des Héros and Carrière Wellington - a museum showcasing tunnels used by British Forces in WWI.

🚴‍♂️Stage 2 of the #TourDeFrance2025 just wrapped up traveling from Lauwin-Planque to the seaside town of Boulogne-sur-Mer but the hidden gem of today's route is Arras. #VeloRoam #ExploreMore #TravelInspiration