The race passed through iconic locations in the Catalan capital, such as the Fòrum, the Sagrada Família, and Montjuïc mountain. The stage established the first reference times in the world's most prestigious cycling competition.
The race was characterized by a high pace from the first section, located on Llull Street. Teams had to manage their strategy on an urban course that tested the endurance and speed of the participants before reaching the final stretch at Montjuïc.
