This original 1933 Tour de France poster is a vivid and meticulously detailed representation of one of the world's most celebrated cycling races. The 27th edition of the Tour, held from June 27 to July 23, covered an impressive 4,393 kilometers and was organized by the legendary newspaper L’Auto, the race’s original founding body.
The map at the center of this poster outlines the entire loop of France, highlighting key cities, mountain climbs, and strategic race checkpoints. Every stage of the competition is marked, offering a historical record of the route taken by the world’s top cyclists during that year.
The bold typography at the top immediately draws attention, emphasizing the event’s grandeur, while the small red-bordered boxes detail the race stages, distances, and locations. The inclusion of international flags underscores the growing global prestige of the Tour de France, as riders from around the world gathered to compete.
The 1933 Tour de France was notable for several key moments:
🔹 It was the first edition to introduce the King of the Mountains classification, a category that would become one of the most prestigious elements of the race.
🔹 Spanish cyclist Vicente Trueba won the inaugural King of the Mountains title, setting a precedent for future climbers.
🔹 French rider Georges Speicher emerged as the overall champion, securing victory in front of an enthusiastic Parisian crowd.
This rare and visually compelling map-poster serves as both a historical document and a work of art, reflecting the excitement and significance of the Tour de France in the Golden Age of cycling. Its detailed cartography, vintage typography, and historical context make it a highly desirable piece for collectors of cycling memorabilia, vintage sports posters, and French sporting history.
This 1933 Tour de France poster is more than just a map—it’s a tribute to endurance, competition, and the spirit of adventure that has defined the Tour for over a century.
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Good condition, folds
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