- How many kilometres is stage 18?
- The stage from Noves to Escalona is about 20 km according to our track.
- How long does this stage take?
- About 5 h 36 min at a moderate pace (20 km and +504 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
- How much elevation does this stage have?
- It gains about +504 m of ascent and −217 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
- Is this stage difficult?
- We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 25 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
- Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?
- On the stage we found 8 water fountains, 3 pharmacies and 5 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).