Paris-Nice is a professional road cycling stage race held annually in France. Often referred to as “The Race to the Sun,” it typically takes place in early March and covers approximately 1,200 kilometers, starting from Paris and finishing in Nice on the French Riviera. The race is part of the UCI World Tour, attracting top cyclists from around the world. It consists of several stages that include flat, hilly, and mountainous terrains, which test the riders’ endurance and versatility. Paris-Nice serves as an important early-season event that helps cyclists prepare for larger races later in the cycling calendar.
The 2025 Paris-Nice's fourth stage covers 163.4 kilometers from Vichy to La Loge des Gardes, featuring 3,100 meters of vertical ascent. The course challenges riders with six ascents, culminating in…