Tracks of the Ter
Ter River Bike Route to the Costa Brava
MTB
248 km
Total distance
1550 m
Accumulated drop
2
Physical difficulty
3
Technical difficulty
0 m
Minimum height
2200 m
Maximum elevation
Tracks of the Ter
Discover the Ter Route by mountain bike from the Pyrenees to the Costa Brava, following the course of the Ter River.
Description
Discover our Ter mountain bike route, where you'll discover the importance of water as a vital element and how it was used to create energy. Relive the past by visiting former settlements and enjoying the views and changing vegetation from the source of the Ter River to the beach where it merges with the sea.
Tracks of the Ter It is more than an adventure in Mountain bike: the Ter route by bike will transport you from the Pyrenees to the Costa Brava following the course of the Ter River and crossing five regions of Catalonia. During the route of the Ter mountain bike route You'll have the opportunity to discover the wide variety of landscapes, culture, history, and traditions of each municipality, as well as sample the typical cuisine of each region and take guided tours of former textile mills and the Castell de Montesquiu Natural Park.
THE TOP OF THIS ROUTE
- Enjoy much more than just a bike ride. Live the most complete experience of the Ter route.
- Combine the slopes with 100% cycle-friendly trails with Tracks del Ter.
- Relive the past by visiting former textile colonies
- Soak up the interesting history of this region.
- Roll light without worrying about luggage or logistics.
- Enjoy the different cuisines that the tour offers.
3 stages
The abbreviated option
DAILY TOUR
Day 1. Valler 2000 - Manlleu
94 km > 775m + elevation gain
Day 2. Manlleu - Girona
75 km > 575m + elevation gain
Day 3. Girona - L'Estartit
54 km > 78m + elevation gain
4 stages
The Ter route by bicycle
DAILY TOUR
Day 1. Vallter 2000 - Ripoll
51 km > 256m + elevation gain
Day 2. Ripoll - Vic
61 km > 653m + elevation gain
Day 3. Vic - Girona
82 km > 563m + elevation gain
Day 4. Girona - L'Estartit
54 km > 78m + elevation gain
6 stages
The cultural-tourist option of the Ter route by bike
DAILY TOUR
Day 1. 51 km > 256m + elevation gain
Day 2. 61 km > 653m + elevation gain
Day 3. Vic Pack > Various activities
Day 4. 82km > 563m + elevation gain
Day 5. Girona Pack > Various activities
Day 6. 54 km > 78m + elevation gain
Technical sheet
Total distance
248 km
total gradient
1550 m
itinerario
Linear itinerary We'll have a transfer to start and finish the route in Torelló. On the first day, the transfer will take us to the Vallter 2000 ski resort, where we'll begin the route following the course of the Ter River. On the last day, we'll finish by the sea in L'Estartit, from where a transfer will take us back to Torelló.
Along the way, we'll pass through towns like Ripoll, Manlleu, Vic, and Girona.
Type of terrain
15% asphalt
15% 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
Jordi Salarich
Founder and director of the Tracks Bikefriendly brand. Creator of the routes Tracks del Diable, dels volcans, del Ter, Corriols VIP and dels Àngels.
Biker allergic to the slopes, lover of trails and goat paths, if they're downhill, even better.
FAQs
Ideal bike: Double suspension or rigid mountain bike.
Tires: Versatile tires are the most appropriate, as there are many different surfaces (rock slabs, paths, steps, tracks, loose stone sections, cobblestones, single tracks, etc.).
Orientation: Self-guided route with the help of a GPS or with the SPEAKTRACKS audio guide, also marked with personalized plaques.
Best time: It can be done year-round, but during the winter months, the first two stages require warm clothing.
Type of roads: Mountain trails and paths.
Philosophy: This is a self-guided, non-competitive tour. The important thing is to enjoy mountain biking in its purest form.
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: TRACKS DEL TER has its facilities located in the town of Torelló, right in the middle of the route, so we can control and reach any point in a short time.
Supplies: At each stage, you will pass through one or more villages where you can stop to eat and get water.
FAQs
Ideal bike
Double suspension or rigid mountain bike.
Tires
Versatile tires are the most appropriate, as there are many different surfaces (rock slabs, paths, steps, tracks, loose stone sections, cobblestones, single tracks, etc.).
Orientation
Self-guided route with the help of a GPS or with the SPEAKTRACKS audio guide, also marked with personalized plaques.
Best time
It can be done year-round, but during the winter months, the first two stages require warm clothing.
Type of roads
Mountain trails and paths.
Philosophy
This is a self-guided, non-competitive tour. The important thing is to enjoy mountain biking in its purest form.
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
TRACKS DEL TER has its facilities located in the town of Torelló, right in the middle of the route, so we can control and reach any point in a short time.
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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