July 15, 2014 (Besançon, France) – Following the first 10 brutal days of racing, which saw multiple crashes and top contenders like Chris Froome (Gbr) Sky and Alberto Contador (Esp) Saxo-Tinkoff abandon due to injuries sustained in crashes, the peloton got a well-deserved break in Besançon.

Check out these photos from the first Rest Day at the 101st Tour de France where race leader Vincenzo Nibali (Ita) Astana Pro Team enjoys a relaxing capuccino and the daily news…