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Catch part of the
Tour de France 2008 action

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Most cycling fans will agree that there is no greater race. This year's Tour promises a thrilling course, and fast start as there is no prologue for the first time in 40 years.

The Tour launches in Brest, France

Comprising of 21 stages, the Tour launches from Brest for the third time, and then heads through Brittany, across Western Loire and the Loire Valley before climbing through the Alps and the Pyrenees to finish the final stage in Paris.

In the 'post-Lance' era, excitement will mount as to who can now compete at top level and be in with the chance to win.

Catch part of the Tour de France action

If you’re hoping to catch part of this legendary race, check out Brittany Ferries’ ideal routes direct to the heart of Brittany. We've also a fantastic range of holiday accommodation including hotels, Gites, cottages and French holiday apartments.

Tour de France accommodation

Be sure to search early for the best choice of accommodation in Brittany this summer!

Tour de France - Brittany

Itinerary of the Breton stages of the Tour de France
Wednesday 2nd July Press Office in Brest
Thursday 3rd July Presentation of the teams
Friday 4th July Press Office in Brest
Saturday 5th July 1st stage Brest (Finistère) to Plumelec (Morbihan)
Sunday 6th July 2nd stage Auray (Morbihan) to Saint-Brieuc (Côtes-d’Armor)
Monday 7th July Saint-Malo (Ille-et-Vilaine)

Featured Destinations - Brittany, France

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