The most memorable stage of the last edition of the race, end with a victory for the Olympic champion Richard Carapaz (INEOS Grenadiers) and leadership for Sergio Higuita (Bora - Hansgrohe). This stage in real life was a winding, leg-breaking route through the Serra del Montsant and the Prades Mountains, with key climbs such as La Mussara, Capafonts and La Teixeta.