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Which two iconic Alpine climbs were featured in the 2019 Transcontinental Race?
Answer
Timmelsjoch and Col du Galibier
The 2019 Transcontinental Route included the Timmelsjoch (2,474m on the Italy-Austria border) and Col du Galibier (2,645m in the French Alps).
💡 Did you know?
The Col du Galibier is famous for appearing in the Tour de France, including stage 18 of the 2019 Tour.
Other options people guess
- Mont Ventoux and Col de l'Iseran
- Alpe d'Huez and Tourmalet
- Col de la Loze and Gran Paradiso
Topics
- Cycling
- Mountains
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