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The climbs of Italy are among the toughest and most beautiful in the world. pic: ©Cyclefilm
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The iconic Passo dello Stelvio is likely to feature on the 'must ride' list of any cyclist. pic: ©Media24
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The Passo di Gavia is inextricably linked in the minds of most cycling fans with Andy Hamptsen's heroic ride in the 1988 Giro d'Italia. pic: ©Mike Cotty
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A monument to the late Marco Pantani, the troubled but brilliant Italian climber, has been erected on a section of the Passo di Mortirolo eight kilometres from the town of Mazzo di Valtellina. pic: ©Mike Cotty
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The Passo Giau is set in a landscape that can accurately be described as stunning. pic: ©Sirotti
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The Zoncolan demands a 34 x 27 gear ratio
The Dolomites and Eastern Alps have a charm that’s unmistakable.
Breathtaking views and equally breathtaking gradients have given this collection of hard hitting mountains a character all of their own.
If you’ve ever wondered why the Giro d’Italia is often referred to as the toughest and most beautiful Grand Tour in the world then a swift trip to these peaks will certainly answer all of your questions and leave you with your own unforgettable memories on the bike.