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Road Cycling Routes in Spain & the Spanish Islands

Spain is home to one of the three great cycling Grand Tours, the Pyrenees, the Picos de Europe, and the magical islands of the Baearics and the Canaries – with some legendary cycling routes and climbs. It seems sensible then, for us to list  our own favourite rides for you.

We’ve put together a collection of super cycling rides, that we’ll continually add to, giving you some great ideas for planning your own cycling vacation. We’re particularly fond of the Basque Region and the Picos de Europe, and will be writing lots about this breathtaking area in 2023, as we bring you lots of cycle route options in and around Potes. For now though, enjoy our initial selection of rides in Spain and the Spanish Islands – fun in the sun, on two wheels!

Nadezhda  😉

Nadezhda has recently spent some time in the Balearic Islands and Tenerife, and has created a great selection of rides across the island. Why not take a look and plan your own trip to Tenerife.

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Climbing Rat Penat in Catalonia

Rat Penat, a translation from the Catalan language meaning "bat," is an renowned cycling climb in Catalonia that offers a thrilling experience for cyclists. Situated in the Garraf range of mountains, Rat Penat poses a real challenge to every cyclist brave enough to take it on.
May 11, 2024/by Pedalnorth Website

Peñas Blancas Malaga cycling climb – Costa del Sol

If you're holidaying in the Costa del Sol and looking for a great cycling route, then the Penas Blancas is a classic Haute Category climb for you to test yourself on
April 1, 2024/by Pedalnorth Website

Conquering the Mare de Deu del Mont Climb – Spain

Join Nadezhda on a classic northern Spain climb, into the hills close to Girona - a cycling paradise
February 14, 2024/by Pedalnorth Website

Bilbao Cycling Routes with Nadezhda Pavlova

Nadezhda has been exploring Bilbao and the Basque Country on 2-wheels. Here's a selection of her favourite rides, as this dynamic young woman finds adventure and culture, on 2-wheels.
February 10, 2024/by Pedalnorth Website

Cycling the Rocacorba climb – Girona

Join Nadezhda on this classic road climb near Girona, with epic views. This one starts from Banyoles Lake and takes on the Rocacorba
February 5, 2024/by Pedalnorth Website

Barcelona – Mura and Parc Natural de Sant Llorenç

Another superb discovery road cycling route from Nadezhda, exploring the magnificent landscapes inland from Barcelona
June 13, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Barcelona to Montserrat cycling route

Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding road cycling experience in Catalonia? Then ride from Barcelona to Montserrat. This route takes cyclists through stunning landscapes and past historic landmarks, making it the perfect day trip for any cycling enthusiast.
May 31, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Barcelona to Calella Cycle Route

The ride from Barcelona to Calella is a popular route among road bikers. The distance between the two cities is approximately 50 kilometers. This route is also used for one of the most popular Ironman races in Europe - Ironman Barcelona.
May 22, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Road Cycling Barcelona – Barcelona – Collserola – Molins de Rei – Barcelona

The views along this ride will take your breath away! It's a truly spectacular ride near the city of Barcelona  🙂

Starting in the city's center of Barcelona, this route ascends into the hills above the area before reaching its summit at the Tibidabo, located at 500 meters above sea level. It gives you the best views of Barcelona from the top!
May 2, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Collserola Cycling Loop Barcelona

There are few more beautiful cities than this Catalonian paradise, with it's history, it's culture, it's vibrant  community and the spectacular scenery on the edge of the city limits. Excellent roads twist and turn and climb, providing perfect cycling and great views all day long.
April 16, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Tenerife SW Coast and inland climbs

A long and hot day in the mountians, this is a climbers route. There's so much to see on this ride, which skirts the volcano of Mt. Teide, and takes you through the wild and beautiful mountains of Tenerife, to the highest village, at Vilaflor 🙂
January 22, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Los Cristanos to Vilaflor summit – Tenerife

This is one of the best routes on Tenerife, with superb views all day long. It takes you from the coast, high into the mountains, to the village of Vilaflor, the highest village on the island of Tenerife
January 22, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Poris de Abona Tenerife

This short but scenic route takes you on a ride from Arico, through the windmills and the pretty coastal town of Poris de Abona, which is located in the southern part of the island. Time to simply relax and enjoy the ambience of this magical Balearic Island.
January 22, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Playa de las Gaviotas

We head for the north-east coast of Tenerife for this ride, with a short coastal spin, and an additional climb to Mirador hacia Taganana and a spectacular view. This scenic area is protected, allowing everyone to be able to enjoy these historic mountains.
January 21, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Garachico to Punto De Teno coastal ride

The small coastal town of Garachico is one of the most popular places on the island. With its buildings and history dating back to the 15th Century, it's a truly spectacular place. Likewise, the lighthouse at Punto del Teno is well worth the ride.
January 21, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Garachico climbers circuit Tenerife

Epic Tenerife road cycling route, with coastal and mountains views, along with some tough climbs and great descents. The route intitially takes you along the cost, for some great sea views, before heading inland, and to some of the most beautiful villages in Tenerife.
January 21, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Cycling El Teide National Park – Tenerife

Epic ride and dream of every cyclist! This route takes you through the heart of El Teide National Park, which is home to the highest peak on the island and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
January 15, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Masca Valley Tenerife

Situated in the western area of the island, the Masca Valley has usch a natural and beautiful landscape,  that it's protected by UNESCO. Cycling here brings you some breathtaking views, and a few climbs along the way.
January 15, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Embalse de La Pedrera -San Miguel – Rebate cycling loop

Nadezhda takes you riding in southern Spain, on this epic route for climbers, just inland from Costa Brava. It's a technical road cycling route, requiring high fitness, but giving back superb views
January 7, 2023/by Pedalnorth Website

Tenerife Cycling Overview

"Wow!" - That's how I can describe Tenerife Island in one word. I did not expect the Island to be this beautiful and I think it was one of the best cycling trips of the year!
December 27, 2022/by Pedalnorth Website

Sant Celoni Spain

today we want to introduce you to a climb that may not be one of the most popular, but it is quite a giant in itself. It is an haute categorie, an absolutely must visit if you ever go to the region of Catalunya.
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