Etapa 4

Beasain – Markina-Xemein

Stage 4

Beasain – Markina-Xemein

No respite as the race arrives in Bizkaia after 3 stages. The cyclists will once again encounter 7 mountain passes, including the Category 1 Izua pass. A climb that will undoubtedly decide who wins the stage and even make a difference in the general classification. The climb will not follow the main road nor the Krabelin to Arrate ascent but depart from the Matsaria industrial estate on a very narrow road between farmhouses with 20% gradients.

rankings of Stage 4

#
Name
Result

1
Joao Almeida
UAE Team Emirates-XRG
03:52:39

2
Isaac Del Toro
UAE Team Emirates-XRG
+ 00:28

3
Max Schachmann
Soudal Quick-Step
''

4
Clément Champoussin
XDS Astana Team
''

5
Alex Aranburu
Cofidis
''

6
Clément Berthet
Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale
''

7
Simone Velasco
XDS Astana Team
''

8
Oscar Onley
Team Picnic PostNL
''

9
Ilan Van Wilder
Soudal Quick-Step
''

10
Guillaume Martin-Guyonnet
Groupama-FDJ
''

FULL RANKING

 

Stage 4 images

summary of stage 4

tourist INFORMATION

Departure

Beasain

Beasain, located in the heart of Gipuzkoa, is an ideal destination to discover the essence of the Basque Country. Situated between two natural parks, the Aralar and Aratz-Aizkorri mountain ranges, it is surrounded by mountains and lush landscapes, offering hiking trails and outdoor activities. Its heritage is highlighted by the Igartza monumental complex, a medieval enclave featuring a palace, mill, ironworks, and stone bridge. At the Arriaran reservoir, a giant sculpture by artist Néstor Basterretxea stands out on the dam.

Beasain, a town with a strong industrial tradition, is home to the century-old CAF train factory, a local icon and one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trains and railway equipment.

Additionally, Beasain is a gastronomic paradise, where visitors can taste the famous Beasain black pudding and other local products such as Idiazabal cheese. With its blend of history, nature, and tradition, this charming town is perfect for an unforgettable getaway.