Reachable via ancient mule trails, these centuries-old farms-turned-inns serve some of France's most historic cheeses and offer a glimpse at the nation's pastoral past.

Tour de France general director Christian Prudhomme and his designer Gouvenou have sworn to break the defensive tactics of the big teams and there are rumours of a spectacular finale in 2020.

Reachable via ancient mule trails, these centuries-old farms-turned-inns serve some of France's most historic cheeses and offer a glimpse at the nation's pastoral past.