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A short, intense stage with the climb of the Tourmalet as a burst of fireworks and that of the Hautacam as the grand finale. The leading riders need be on top of the action to hold on to their chances of winning.

Pau
61 times stage host.
First time in 1930; winner: Alfredo Binda.
Most recently in 2007; start and rest.
Préfecture for the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département.
82,000 inhabitants.

Hautacam Argelès-Gazost
3 times stage host.
First time in 1994; winner: Luc Leblanc.
Most recently in 2000; winner: Javier Otxoa.