description Paris-Camembert Overview
Paris-Camembert is a French one-day road cycling race held in Normandy. The event was first organized in 1934 and takes its name from the route linking the Paris region with Camembert country in the Orne area. Its course includes repeated climbs and descents, making it a hilly road race rather than a flat sprint event. The finish has traditionally been associated with the area around Livarot.
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When was the Paris-Camembert race first held?
The event was first organized in 1934. It takes its name from the route linking the Paris region with Camembert country in the Orne department of Normandy.
Does Paris-Camembert actually start in Paris?
Despite the name, the start moved out of Paris long ago, with recent editions beginning from towns to the west of the capital such as Magnanville. The finish traditionally lies in Camembert country in Normandy.
What kind of rider wins Paris-Camembert?
It is a hilly one-day race featuring repeated climbs and descents, so it favors strong puncheurs and climbers rather than pure sprinters. It is typically raced in April and forms part of the French domestic calendar.
Does the winner of Paris-Camembert really get Camembert cheese?
The race has always played up its cheese heritage, and winners have traditionally been presented with Camembert from the Orne region. It is one of the few pro races named after a food product.
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