technical info

A very long stage, fairly undulating in the first part. Starting in Follonica, the route passes through the northern part of the Grosseto province, skirting Monte Amiata and crossing the Siena region by climbing the Passo del Lume Spento and La Foce before reaching the towns of Montalcino and Chiusi. The terrain then becomes more forgiving, crossing the Trasimeno plain on mostly straight roads, occasionally with narrow sections. After Foligno, the final climb begins, leading to the Valico di Colfiorito, located at about 4 km to go.
Last kilometers
The final kilometers unfold on a sharp ascent. The toughest section is at the beginning, with gradients exceeding 10%, followed by a slightly uphill false-flat leading to the summit. A short descent follows, and after passing through the town of Colfiorito, a brief climb leads to the finish.