🇪🇸 The definitive guide to cycling in Spain
Discover the joy of cycling in Spain. Smooth roads, wonderful food, wonderful wine in a beautiful varied country. From stunning costal roads to challenging mountains. Spain has something for everyone, at every level of experience.
- The best places to cycle in Spain
- The untapped potential of places for cycling in Spain
- Tips for cycling around Spain from our experienced authors
Find our related articles, destination guides, and more below to help you plan your next cycling vacation to Europe with confidence.
The Best Cycling In Spain
- Girona
Recommended
Girona is probably the most popular cycling mecca. Situated in the Catalonia region of Spain, the charismatic city is surrounded by challenging and varied terrain. It's easy to get and full of option. Read our guide to learn more!
- Mallorca
Most Popular
Mallorca is an island that has catered for cyclists for since before the turn of the millennium. Well established with bike hire places, and some of the best coastal roads in the world. The old town of Palma one of our favourites.
- Tenerife
Most Popular
Tenerife offers cyclists some of the best training around. Many cyclists head to Tenerife to escape the harsh winters in Europe - why not join them to see what all the fuss is about?
- Calpe
Most Popular
Calpe on the Costa Blanca - which translates to the White Coast - has long been a favourite for cyclists looking to get some consistent training done. Whether you're a professional or a beginner, Calpe is an easy destination to start riding abroad.
Best Kept Secrets for Cycling Holidays in Spain
- Granada
Granada is a lesser known cycling destination. Offering an historic city base, you can ride out of the basin into the mountains, including the challenges at Sierra Nevada.
- Denìa
Hidden Gem
Denìa is gaining popularity with professional cyclists for good reason. Located on the same coast as Calpè you will find access to the same climbs in a quieter environment.
- Malaga
Rising
Malaga is a large city that is easy to get to, but it also offers some exceptional cycling too. It's rising as a cycling destination.
- Asturias
Hidden Gem
Asturias offers the most challenging terrain in Spain for cyclists. Stunning challenging mountains, great cider, and breathtaking landscapes.
FAQ
Do I need to Speak Spanish?
When you are cycling in Spain, it is not essential that you speak Spanish, but you must have patience. Lots of languages are spoken across Spain which are completely unique to Castilian - the official language. From Catalan, to Basque to Mallorquín - there are many languages or dialects available.
Since you will be going to remote cafès on your cycling adventures in Spain, consider that you will either need patience or technology. Modern phones are a great option for you to translate on the fly.
Why not learn a bit of the language to get by?
Is it hard to get to?
Most destinations in Spain are easy to get to because of their mature airport infrastructure and ferry terminals.
It is possible to drive easily from mainland Europe or the UK, but factor this into your travel time to make sure you get the most out of it.
What is the best time of the year to visit Spain?
Spain is a varied place with huge changes in climate and temperature. For the most part, the North is colder and more mountainous, where as the south is warmer.
Summers can be extremely hot and therefore unsuitable for cycling, but winters in places like Girona can be wet and cold.
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