Cycling in Catalonia
Catalonia is located in northeastern Spain. The area really has its own identity and an independent spirit. Girona is the northernmost province of Catalonia and the city of the same name is home to many cyclists.
The region of Catalonia
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is perhaps the most famous attraction of this region. In addition, there are the beaches of the costas - including the Costa Brava. But, this part of Spain has much more to offer. In a relatively small area you will find a unique tapestry of landscapes, which makes it a beautiful area for cyclists.
For years, tourism to Catalonia was limited to the coastal regions, but since the 1992 Olympic Games, the city of Barcelona has become perhaps the biggest tourist attraction. Read more about Barcelona here.
The Costa Brava and the Costa Maresme (the coastline above Barcelona) are still popular with many holidaymakers. But, there is so much more to see and experience in this autonomous and proud region.
In terms of natural beauty, the mountainous parts are perhaps even more beautiful. The Pyrenees serve as a natural northern border with France and further west there are many natural parks with springs, cliffs and even volcanoes.
Catalonia is a region where you can discover so much – especially by bike.
Cycling in Catalonia
Catalonia is a region where you can discover so much – especially by bike.
The province of Girona is an unrivaled area for cyclists. This province and region is much friendlier in terms of altimeters than other Catalan regions. Girona offers the ideal combination of mountains, hills and even flat roads.
The Emporda is a flat region east of Girona, directly behind the Gavarres mountain range that delimits the city on the east side. To the west you will find the mountains of Montseny, where there are many water sources. In the north-west you will find the volcanoes of the Garrotxa.
You can discover this versatility of landscapes via the large number of well-paved roads. The infrastructure makes the Girona region very suitable for cycling trips and training courses. The choice of route options is large and offers the ideal place to organize road cycling holidays and training courses.