The Cima Coppi, the race's highest point of elevation, awarded more points than the other first category climbs. The Cima Coppi for this Giro was the Passo di Giau. The first rider to cross the Passo di Giau was Spanish rider José Manuel Fuente.
The Cima Coppi, being the highest point of elevation in the race, held more points than the other premier climbs. For this Giro, the Passo di Giau took on the role of the Cima Coppi. The first cyclist to conquer the Passo di Giau was Spanish rider José Manuel Fuente.