Mont Ventoux: The magic, mystique and legend of the Giant of Provence

The bald mountain of Provence is a legendary climb, with a long history that is both tragic and glorious in equal measure. Every time the Tour de France climbs it, something spectacular is guaranteed.

Chris Froome on Mont Ventoux, stage 15 of the 2013 Tour de France. Photo: Graham Watson
Chris Froome on Mont Ventoux, stage 15 of the 2013 Tour de France (Photo: Graham Watson)
(Image credit: Watson)

Let’s not beat about the bush (you’ll struggle to find one on its wind-scarred summit): whenever the Tour de France heads up Mont Ventoux, the riders tackle the most fearsome climb in cycling.

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