Master Tracks
Bike Route through Castellón: Discover Morella and Peñíscola
MTB
233 km
Total distance
5200 m
Accumulated drop
3
Physical difficulty
5
Technical difficulty
0 m
Minimum height
1138 m
Maximum elevation
Master Tracks
A multi-stage mountain bike route in Castellón that covers the region's interior and its stunning, hidden coves by the sea.
Description
Circular mountain bike route in stages in Castellón, covering 2, 3, or 4 days. A Tracks Tour along paths and trails through forests, ancient olive trees, cliffs, coves, and routes along the Mediterranean Sea. You'll discover culturally, historically, and culinaryly rich sites, such as Morella and Peñíscola, two of the most beautiful towns in Spain, and the Levantine Rock Art, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Explore places of singular beauty: paths and trails through forests, walks among ancient olive trees, cliffs, coves, and routes along the sea. Ride with us year-round; the weather is wonderful 365 days a year.
THE TOP OF THIS ROUTE
- Enjoy extraordinary landscapes and places of great cultural, historical, and gastronomic richness.
- Discover two of the most beautiful towns in Spain: Morella and Peñíscola
- Discover Levantine Rock Art, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Tirig-Valltorta
- Taste the varied cuisine of this mountain bike route that combines sea and mountains
- Enjoy the hospitality of its people who will make you feel like family
2 stages
Choose between 2 options
DAILY TOUR
Option 1: Xert-Peñíscola (66 km, +1.000m) and Peñíscola-Xert (70 km, +1.600m)
Option 2: Xert-Morella (68 km, +1.300m) and Morella-Xert (50 km, +1.350 m)
3 stages
Choose between three options
DAILY TOUR
Option 1: Xert-Peñíscola (76 km, +1.400) / Peñíscola-Morella (81km, +1.900) / Morella-Xert (56 km, + 1.400)
Option 2: Xert-Morella (68 km, +1.300) / Morella-Morella (50km, +1.350) / Morella-Xert (50 km, +1.350)
Option 3: Xert-Peñíscola (76 km, +1.400) / Peñíscola-Peñíscola (53km, +1.500) / Peñíscola-Xert (69 km, + 1.600)
4 stages
The perfect combination
DAILY TOUR
Day 1. Xert - Peñíscola 66km > 1000m + elevation gain
Day 2. Peñíscola - Sant Mateu 66km > 1550m + elevation gain
Day 3. Sant Mateu - Morella 58km > 1300m + elevation gain
Day 4. Morella - Xert 50km > 1350m + elevation gain
Technical sheet
Total distance
233 km
total gradient
5200 m
itinerario
Circular route.
As soon as we begin the route, we encounter the first slopes that showcase the area's characteristic terrain, with continuous ups and downs. We then approach the highest point of the route, Mount Turmell, reaching 1272 m after a long climb.
We continue the route with a continuous ups and downs along stony paths and trails very characteristic of the Maestrat and Els Ports areas that will take us to the sea, and thus enjoy the wonderful coves and views offered by the Serra d'Irta.
The route leaves the Mediterranean Sea to return to the inland mountains where we can enjoy the majesty of the ancient olive trees.
*If you'd like to adapt the route to a different level, please ask us about the family or slow option.
Type of terrain
20% asphalt
10% trails
70% clues
Available services
Transport of suitcases
GPS rental
Local guide
Bike rental
mechanical assistance
Advice on the road
Meet the creator of this route
Hector Ballester
FAQs
Ideal bike: Any mountain bike (MTB or e-bike). The choice will depend on each individual's priorities: lighter weight (hardtail) or greater comfort and enjoyment on descents (full-suspension bike).
Tires: Versatile tires, as we'll be riding on all types of terrain, from paved roads to very rocky areas, for which tubeless tires are ideal.
Orientation: The route is tracked using a GPS tracker. The organizers also provide participants with a route map with points of interest along the stages, including restaurants, accommodations, etc.
Best time: It can be done all year round.
Type of roads: Paths and roads abound.
Philosophy: This is a self-guided, non-competitive tour; the important thing is to enjoy the variety of landscapes the route offers.
Luggage transport: Given the technical nature of the route, it is highly recommended to book this service. The price depends on the number of people and the stages of the route.
Mechanical assistance: The cyclist must be independent and have a minimum of tools and materials. At the end of each stage, the organizers can provide everything necessary to resolve any issues.
Supplies: At each stage, you will pass through one or more villages where you can stop to eat and get water.
FAQs
Ideal bike
Any mountain bike (MTB or e-bike). The choice will depend on each individual's priorities: lighter weight (hardtail) or greater comfort and enjoyment on descents (full-suspension bike).
Tires
Versatile tires, as we'll be riding on all types of terrain, from paved roads to very rocky areas, for which tubeless tires are ideal.
Orientation
The route is tracked using a GPS tracker. The organizers also provide participants with a route map with points of interest along the stages, including restaurants, accommodations, etc.
Best time
It can be done all year round.
Type of roads
Paths and roads abound.
Philosophy
This is a self-guided, non-competitive tour; the important thing is to enjoy the variety of landscapes the route offers.
luggage transport
Given the technical nature of the route, it is highly recommended to book this service. The price depends on the number of people and the stages of the route.
mechanical assistance
The cyclist must be independent and have a minimum of tools and materials. At the end of each stage, the organizers can provide everything necessary to resolve any issues.
Provisioning
At each stage, you will pass through one or more villages where you can stop to eat and get water.
Request a quote
We will contact you within 48 hours to send you a customized quote for your trip.
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