41st Annual Tour de Paris

Tour de Paris

🪅 Festival
⛰️ Scenic
Event Date

Jul 19, 2025

Location

Paris,TX

Discipline

Road, Gravel

About

Celebrate cycling, community, and scenic Texas trails on two wheels!

Experience the 41st Annual Tour de Paris Bicycle Rally on July 19, 2025, in Paris, Texas. This beloved event brings cyclists of all skill levels together for a day filled with diverse cycling routes that wind through picturesque rural landscapes and smooth paved trails. Enjoy the camaraderie of over 1,700 participants, participate in community-driven festivities, and savor delicious meals before and after your ride. Since its inception in 1984, this rally has become a celebrated tradition for families and competitive cyclists alike.

COURSE DETAILS

Choose from a variety of routes: 14 or 24 miles (off-road on the Northeast Texas Trail), or 22, 35, 57, 68, and 80 miles (rural county roads). The terrain is a mix of paved trails and flat-to-rolling rural roads, suitable for all levels.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • $5 spaghetti supper the evening before the event (July 18)
  • Pancake breakfast on race morning
  • Free post-ride burgers and fruit smoothies
  • Family-friendly environment with multiple route options
  • Over 1,700 cyclists and 40+ years of tradition
  • Community-driven and inclusive atmosphere

RIDE TYPES

Fun Rides
Gran Fondo
Gravel Endurance

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

14, 22, 24, 35, 57, 68, or 80 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Elevation of Paris, TX: ~600 ft / Elevation gain: not specified

Terrain

Primarily paved trails and rural county roads; flat to gently rolling

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