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Pyrenees on MTB Aran Valley | BIKING THROUGH SPAIN

Great journey across the Pyrenees on MTB

The Great journey across the Pyrenees on MTB is a new proposal directed to the lovers of more intense MTB experiences. An attractive trip that mostly follows the spectacular routethrough the Catalan Pyrenees designed by Jordi Laparra and Lluís Garcia in 2012, popularized in a great guide that documents the itinerary. With 600 kilometers of route andmore than 16,000 mt. of accumulated ascent, this tour represents a major challenge for any mountain biker lover. The 8 stages are between 60 and 88 kilometers, with ascents between 1,500 and 2,600 mt. which require between 6 to 8 hours a day of effort, constantly rewarded by the landscapes that are crossed.

Emporda Medieval Towns on Bike. Peratallada| BIKING THROUGH SPAIN

L’Empordà medieval towns on bike

Empordà Medieval Towns on Bike passes through towns of medieval construction. Narrow streets, arcaded squares, castles, Romanesque churches and remains of ancient Greek and Roman populations

Penedes vineyards on bike

We’ll cycle across the famous Penedès vineyards and end the excursion with a visit to one of its many wine cellars.

en bici por los pueblos medievales del Empordà. Monells | BIKING THROUGH SPAIN

Cycling by the Emporda medieval towns

In the route Empordà medieval towns on bike we’ll cycle on L’Emporda`s narrow streets and visit charming, age-old medieval towns where we’ll see arcaded squares, castles and romanesque churches.

Costa Brava and Empuries on bike. Sant Feliu de Guixols | BIKING THROUGH SPAIN

Costa Brava and the ancient Greek city of Empuries on bike

In the route Costa Brava and Empuries on bike we’ll visit one of Catalonia’s most spectacular costal landscapes, which has been preserved along the Costa Brava, with a view to beautiful coves that we will be able to experience once we stop for our cycling break.

Cycling through Emporda. Cap Norfeu | BIKING THROUGH SPAIN

Cap de Creus and Cadaques on bike

In the route Cap de Creus and Cadaqués on bike we cycle through the captivating Cap de Creus National Park landscapes, which inspired Dali to create some of his masterful works and we end the tour in the picturesque, Mediterranean little town of Cadaques.

Barcelona from the Tibidabo Mountain

The tour Barcelona from the Tibidabo Mountain cross Barcelona from one end to the other on a completely flat track at about 250 meters above sea level. Magnificent watchtower over the city with spectacular views throughout its route.

Cycling from Colonia Guell to Llobregat Delta. The beach | BIKING THROUGH SPAIN

Cycling from Colonia Güell to Llobregat Delta

The route “Cycling from colonia Guell to Llobregat Delta” visit one of Gaudi’s most important works before cycling through the Llobregat Delta, one of Barcelona’s protected natural sites of great ecological value.

Emporda Medieval Towns on Bike. Greenway | BIKING THROUGH SPAIN

Pirinexus on bike: Circular route through coast and mountains

Pirinexus on bike: Circular route through coast and mountains crosses the Pyrenees twice in a circular itinerary. The diversity of landscapes and the rich heritage are the elements that made this route become a finalist in the Best European Cycle-Touring Route in 2014.

Cycling through Emporda

Cycling through Empordà involves a variety of surroundings and amazing landscapes which divide two protected natural areas: Cap de Creus and the Sierra de las Alberas. It provides all the ingredients to enjoy and immerse yourself in the magic which has inspired a multitude of writers and artists.