Stage 16 - A Family Affair

Nîmes to Nîmes

A rolling stage that takes Tony, and his son William, on a circuitous route through the Gard countryside. At 177km and with only one category 4 climb, Tony will have the chance to take it easy before hitting the Alps in two day's time.

Settled since prehistoric times, Nîmes has a particularly rich heritage with many of its most famous landmarks dating from Roman times. Two in particular stand out.
  • Early on in the stage Tony will cross the Pont du Gard - an impressive Roman aqueduct built in the 1st Century AD by the Roman engineer, Agrippa. A UNESCO world heritage site, the aqueduct carried water over thirty miles into Nîmes and has the highest Roman aqueduct bridge anywhere in the world.
  • The Maison Carrée is an another example of astonishing Roman architecture which, through significant restoration, has a stunning example of a Roman temple facade.
Drink of the day is Trois Pierres Costières de Nimes, a rich blended local red which goes well with most red meats.

Song of the day is Father and Son by Cat Stevens.

Comments

Anonymous said…
Hi Tony - we've really enjoyed reading your stories and updates - very inspirational!! Must be awesome to see family and for William to join you on Tour too. Nearly there!! Neale & Tanya

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