With a terrain made up of woods and hills, Plumelec is known for its religious and historical architecture. Popular outdoor activities in the town include swimming, horseback riding and hiking.Tour de France: Stage 1: Brest to Plumelec
2008 Tour de France
Plumelec was the arrival point for stage one of the 2008 Tour de France. Starting in Brest 197.5 kilometers away, cyclist Alejandro Valverde won the first stage on July 5.VeloNews: 2008 Tour de France: Valverde leaps uphill to stage win and yellow jersey (July 5, 2008) Other cyclists Philippe Gilbert and Jerome Pineau placed second and third respectively.
The stage was particularly difficult because of the "nagging" hills and uphill finish in Plumelec.VeloNews: STAGE 1: Brest—Plumelec (197.5km)
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