Town of Tarna to Rioseco

This stage enters the Toroz Mountains, an area of highlands and hills that breaks up the monotony of the plain. The profile becomes more demanding, with a continuous rise and fall. The landscape is austere in beauty, with wide horizons and a great sense of solitude. Arrival at Mota del Marqués, a small town dominated by the ruins of its castle, offers a peaceful end to the stage and spectacular panoramic views from the top of the mota.