The queen stage of the Pyrenees. Col d'Aspin then the mighty Tourmalet — the most-climbed pass in Tour history — before a long drag to the new finish at Gavarnie-Gèdre. A genuine GC battleground.
KEY CLIMBS
Col d'Aspin
12 km · 6.5% avg · 1,490 m summit
Col du Tourmalet
17 km · 7.3% avg · 2,115 m summit
Montée de Gavarnie-Gèdre
18.7 km · 3.8% avg
THE TACTICAL READ
WHO IT SUITS
The GC men, though the long, shallow 3.8% drag to the line suits a diesel over a pure explosive climber.
WHAT TO WATCH
Whether a favourite attacks on the Tourmalet itself or waits — the gentle final climb punishes anyone who goes too early and blows.
ROADMAN PREDICTION
The biggest names in the race light up the Tourmalet, but the soft finish can neutralise a small gap. A strong break could survive if the favourites stare each other down.
THE DAILY DEBRIEF
Anthony’s daily Tour podcast lands here on the evening of the stage.
VIDEO COMING SOON
Anthony's putting the finishing touches on the film.
Stage 6 Debrief — Pau to Gavarnie-Gèdre
The day's climbing decoded: the moves that mattered, the watts behind them, and the training that builds a body for Gavarnie-Gèdre.
TRAIN FOR IT
The Roadman content that builds what Stage 6 asks for.
PLAY THE FANTASY TOUR
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