Human: Why is the Tour de France called the Tour de France? Assistant: 
The Tour de France is called the Tour de France because it is a race around France. It is a race that has been held annually since 1903, and it is organized by the Union Cycliste Internationale, or UCI. The race is often referred to as the "Grand Départ" because the first race was held in 1903 in Paris. The Tour de France is one of the most famous bicycle races in the world, and it is one of the most prestigious bike races in the world.