The multi-day Tour of the Basque Country race takes place on mountain roads and features 6 stages. Participants cover a distance of 810 kilometers with a total elevation gain of over 16,000 meters. The route winds through 29 steep passes and demands peak endurance. The world's top riders battle for victory across the challenging terrain. Stage 1 kicks off in Bilbao with an individual time trial. The final stretch in Eibar determines the trophy winner after a series of grueling climbs and dangerous descents.