Cycle touring

Whether you are a lover of the road, downhill MTB rides or riverside paths, in the regions of Barcelona you will find a unique setting to enjoy your cycling passion. It does not matter if you do it alone, with the club, with friends or with your family.



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Cicloturisme de carretera - foto: CrispyPork/Shutterstock

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<p>An image of a signposted section of the Tourdera route</p>
Tourdera, an ideal route for cycling or walking

From Montseny to the Mediterranean, by bike or on foot, an incredible route awaits you ... Are you ready to discover the natural landscapes surrounding the Tordera River and the Riera d'Arbúcies? Following the different sections of this tour, you can enjoy the exercise and wonder at a unique route, where the landscapes and the richness of the heritage will leave you flabbergasted.

<p>Section of the Tourdera River route between Malgrat de Mar and Palafolls</p>
Six cycling routes for the whole family

Sports shoes, comfortable clothes, a helmet and a bike. That is all you need if you want to spend a great day cycling close to home. Go for a family ride, enjoy nature and learn about history with these six cycling routes we suggest below.

<p>Mounting biking in the Penedès region</p>
MTB and gravel routes to enjoy sports and nature

Get your mountain bike or gravel bike ready, grab your helmet and water bottle and set off on an adventure. Whether you are alone or accompanied, enjoy some of the best routes in the province of Barcelona, discover the Penedès region, the famous Cavalls del Vent route or a route that will take you both to the sea and the mountains. Are you ready?

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Barcelona is tantamount to cycling

Your next challenge awaits you in the province of Barcelona: mountain passes, dizzying mountain bike descents, rides among vineyards or your next outing with the kids!

 

 

10 reasons to cycle in Barcelona

  1. A land of contrasts that stretches from the Pyrenees to the sea.

  2. A privileged climate.

  3. A diverse landscape full of nature parks, lush forests, mountains, vineyards and beaches.

  4. Countless kilometres of mountain roads, paths and marked trails.

  5. The diversity of routes is suitable for all physical conditions and technical levels.

  6. Its mountain passes.

  7. A calendar full of cycling tours and events.

  8. Its range of accommodation and specialised services for cycle tourists.

  9. Its sporting and specialised cycle touring destinations: Calella, Castelldefels, Hospitalet de Llobregat and Santa Susanna.

  10. Its architectural and cultural heritage, cuisine, wine tourism and much more ...

     

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Don’t miss a thing!
Sports
Maresme en bicicleta

Una infinitat de vies i camins per recórrer amb bicicleta de carretera o BTT que et brinden un paisatge diferent a cada pedalada.

09/01/2023 - 04/02/2024
Maresme
Sports
Penedès 360

Una ruta en bici vora el mar, entre vinyes i per muntanyes.

01/08/2023 - 31/12/2023
Alt Penedès

Prepare your outing

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  • Respect current traffic regulations.

  • Find out about the weather conditions and the state of the route.

  • Inform your family and/or friends of the route you will be taking.

  • Check the condition of your bike before setting off.

  • Always wear your helmet securely fastened.

  • Apart from the helmet, use other protective elements, gloves, etc.

  • Use reflective materials and, if possible, wear a jersey and brightly coloured cycling clothes.

  • Make yourself visible with lights under the seat and on the handlebars.

  • Take out insurance with your travel agent.

  • Follow the marked routes and do not leave the signposted areas.

  • Respect private roads.

  • Respect other road users, especially the priority of pedestrians.

  • Do not throw away the wrappers of energy bars, gels or anything else, while cycling or when you stop.

  • When you stop, park your bicycle in a safe place, where it will not be an obstacle to other cyclists.

  • In case of emergency, call 112.

     

 

 

Find all the resources

Download the BCN+ Routes app (in Catalan)

There are plenty of routes close to Barcelona, and now there’s an app to explore them 

 

Essential guides

Everything you need for your trip

Routes close to Barcelona

Discover them on our Wikiloc profile

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