On June 4, 1998, Marco Pantani won the Giro d’Italia stage at Montecampione, effectively securing the Giro title and launching his magnificent Giro-Tour double.
At the end of the stage’s final climb—from Pian Camuno to Plan di Montecampione—a statue has been erected, immortalizing him in that final moment where, with eyes closed, he “embraces” victory. It is a 20-kilometer climb offering few stretches of respite.
Marco crushed Tonkov with an impressive series of attacks, crossing the finish line solo with a 57-second lead. For much of the way, the climb offers panoramic views of the Camonica Valley and Lake Iseo.
Length: 20.2 km
Elevation:1512mt
Average gradient: 7.5%
Climb done on April 12, 2026
