July 16, 2026
62nd Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta – Mont Blanc 2026 🇮🇹 (2.2U) MU23 – Stage 1 ITT – Passy – Passy Plaine-Joux : 10,5 km
Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta – Mont Blanc is a UCI 2.2U classification stage race that unfolds across the breathtaking and relentless terrain of the Aosta Valley in northwestern Italy,
July 16, 2026
62nd Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta – Mont Blanc 2026 🇮🇹 (2.2U) MU23 – Stage 1 ITT – Passy – Passy Plaine-Joux : 10,5 km
Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta – Mont Blanc is a UCI 2.2U classification stage race that unfolds across the breathtaking and relentless terrain of the Aosta Valley in northwestern Italy, where the roads carve through the heart of the Alps, weaving between towering peaks, glacial valleys, and high-altitude passes. The parcours is a grueling test of climbing prowess, featuring long, sustained ascents with gradients frequently exceeding 8–12% on narrow, winding roads that demand both physical strength and technical skill. The climbs are often irregular, with steep ramps, exposed sections, and high-altitude plateaus where the thin air amplifies the effort required. The descents are fast and technical, with tight hairpins, uneven surfaces, and occasional gravel sections that test a rider’s nerve and bike-handling ability.
The race dynamics are defined by the relentless climbing and the tactical battles that unfold on the most challenging ascents, where attacks launch on the steepest sections or during the high-altitude stages, where the reduced oxygen levels make every effort feel more punishing. The peloton often fractures into smaller groups on the most demanding climbs, while the flatter stages at lower elevations allow for faster pacing and the potential for bunch sprints. The wind plays a role on the exposed ridges and open plains, where crosswinds can split the field into fragments. The finish styles vary—some stages conclude in a reduced sprint on a steep, uphill drag, while others favor a solo breakaway or a small group of riders contesting the line after a final climb or a technical descent. The Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta is a race of extremes, where the raw beauty of the Alps provides a dramatic and unforgiving backdrop to the competition.
Results :
 MU23 - Stage 1 ITT </strong> - Passy - Passy Plaine-Joux : 10,5 km
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Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta – Mont Blanc is a UCI 2.2U classification stage race that unfolds across the breathtaking and relentless terrain of the Aosta Valley in northwestern Italy, where the roads carve through the heart of the Alps, weaving between towering peaks, glacial valleys, and high-altitude passes. The parcours is a grueling test of climbing prowess, featuring long, sustained ascents with gradients frequently exceeding 8–12% on narrow, winding roads that demand both physical strength and technical skill. The climbs are often irregular, with steep ramps, exposed sections, and high-altitude plateaus where the thin air amplifies the effort required. The descents are fast and technical, with tight hairpins, uneven surfaces, and occasional gravel sections that test a rider’s nerve and bike-handling ability.
The race dynamics are defined by the relentless climbing and the tactical battles that unfold on the most challenging ascents, where attacks launch on the steepest sections or during the high-altitude stages, where the reduced oxygen levels make every effort feel more punishing. The peloton often fractures into smaller groups on the most demanding climbs, while the flatter stages at lower elevations allow for faster pacing and the potential for bunch sprints. The wind plays a role on the exposed ridges and open plains, where crosswinds can split the field into fragments. The finish styles vary—some stages conclude in a reduced sprint on a steep, uphill drag, while others favor a solo breakaway or a small group of riders contesting the line after a final climb or a technical descent. The Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta is a race of extremes, where the raw beauty of the Alps provides a dramatic and unforgiving backdrop to the competition.
<strong>Results : </strong>
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