Stage 16
Cortegana–La Rábida → La Rábida
Stage 16 starts post-rest-day from Cortegana in Huelva province, 186km west to La Rábida (Palos de la Frontera) — historic departure point of Columbus to the New World. The route is flat with one short rise mid-stage but is otherwise pure sprinters terrain across the Andalusian plain.
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What the stage looks like
Stage 16 starts post-rest-day from Cortegana in Huelva province, 186km west to La Rábida (Palos de la Frontera) — historic departure point of Columbus to the New World. The route is flat with one short rise mid-stage but is otherwise pure sprinters terrain across the Andalusian plain.
What to follow
- Sprinters' day after the second rest day — pure bunch sprint expected.
- Coastal heat and crosswind risk could complicate the lead-out trains.
- Symbolic Columbus departure finish at La Rábida adds historical weight.
When to tune in
Pure sprint finish expected — watch the lead-out trains in the final 5km. Echelon risk if there's any Atlantic side-wind.