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Which French cycling event is known for its cobblestone paths?

  • Paris-Roubaix

  • Tour de France

  • Paris-Nice

  • Critérium du Dauphiné

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Paris-Roubaix, dubbed the "Hell of the North," is a prestigious one-day cycling race held annually in northern France. Renowned for its challenging cobblestone sectors, known as pavé, it demands exceptional endurance and bike-handling skills from the participating cyclists. The race covers approximately 250 kilometers and concludes in the iconic velodrome of Roubaix.
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