Stage 12 etap 7 - April 14 2026
Very tough day yesterday physically and mentally with 1,200m height gained by multiple climbs and descents over 110km. The weather was kind but still high so cold last night. Crossing into Turkey today.
Leaving Malko Tarnovo & Bulgaria
The Turkish border post is 5 km away. The final destination in this stage 12 is Istanbul
Into Türkiye
This border is at 680m. Pretty long strict search checks for cars and vans but not for the man on a bike!
Kirklareli town, Türkiye
800m height gain down to Kirklareli!