AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE
1921: Swiss racers Colle and Parel take a break in Dalstein, Moselle
number three in a series

Stopping for a beer on the steps of a tavern...yes, the Tour was a bit more relaxed in the roaring '20s! This vintage sepia-toned photo captures in great detail the bikes and bikers of the early years of the Tour, and shows the priceless expressions of local children fascinated by the invading athletes from Switzerland (Henri Colle and Charles Parel). A classy, artistic addition to the wall of any cycling enthusiast!