Our friends, in their blog Days on the Claise, had mentioned the village of Faverolles sur Cher, just south of Montrichard, was to hold a fete to celebrate the event.
After looking around the fete we located ourselves just outside the village, with a good vantage point looking towards Montrichard.
First to arrive was the 'caravan', a procession of floats of the various sponsors. They went on and on and on....
Then some time later came the main event, the riders. When they arrived there were four out in front.
These were followed by the Peloton, the main group of riders. How do they ride so close together??
The helicopters following amazed me, ALL eight of them. How they don't crash must be one of life's mysteries.
It was a great day out and to be recommended.
The stage was won by Mark Cavendish.
