Asturias, special ports Vuelta a España

Asturias, special ports Tour of Spain

Enjoy the great peaks of Asturias

bike type

Highway

Duration

5 days

Profile

Sport

Distance and slope

358 km / + 6730 m

Trip Summary

Asturias has charisma within the stages of La Vuelta.

Stages characterized by those tough mountain passes that make the spectators vibrate and the runners suffer.

With the September participants, on Tuesday the 3rd we will live the end of the stage in the Covadonga Lakes!!

Our goal with this trip in road bike through Asturias, is to take you to know those mythical ports that every bicycle lover should do once in their life: Anglirú, Gamoniteiro, Lagos de Covadonga, ... accompanied by Ruth Moll, former professional cyclist.

Date and availability

From July 17 to 21, 2024

795€

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September 2-6, 2024

825€

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Trip description

Vuelta a España Special is designed and thought for the most cycling fans to whom we give the opportunity to get to know and climb those climbs that are so characteristic of the Vuelta such as the Lakes of Covadonga, Phyto, Gamoniteiro and even be able to ascend the mythical port of Angliru, a dream for many that can become a reality. We have designed 4 mountain stages that will introduce us to the area of the Sidra Region, Picos de Europa and Las Caldas. We will also enjoy a day's stay at the Hotel Villatermal Las Caldas, a 4-star hotel where we can feel like cycling professionals due to its facilities and thermal baths.

THE TOP THINGS OF THIS GETAWAY:

The September 3, We will live live the end of the stage in the Lakes of Covadonga
Discover the mythical ports of the Principality of Asturias
Climb the mythical peak of 'Angliru' and feel like 'El Chava'
Taste our Asturian gastronomy
Get to know the Pre-Romanesque monuments in Asturias

At our side will ride Ruth Moll, former professional cyclist, 13 elite medals in the Spanish championships, preselected for the 2000-2004 Olympic Games, and runner-up in the world with the national CX team.

Sign up for this trip to Asturias and enjoy what you like most, cycling, while you meet other fans of this wonderful sport.

Itinerary

Briefing and welcome dinner

Welcome briefing before dinner, with presentation of the routes and the trip program.

During dinner we can discuss the spectacular landscapes that await us in the coming days.

Distance

115 Km

ramp

+1950m

Lakes of Covadonga

With the September participants, on Tuesday the 3rd we will live the finale live in the Lakes of Covadonga. Where it is very likely that we will see a great battle between the biggest in the platoon.

The day will begin from Colunga, starting towards the Fito viewpoint with beautiful views of the coast at all times. A very special route that is known to many cyclists for the two climbs that we are going to do.

Upstairs, at the Mirador de Fito we can enjoy spectacular views of the entire Sierra del Suave area. A perfect combination of mountains and Asturian coast, always with the Picos de Europa in the background.

The descent of the Fito will take us to Arriondas, where we can see the Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís.

Afterwards, we will climb to the Santina de Covadonga, from there the climb to Lakes of Covadonga. The return will be very pleasant until Ribadesella, Camino del Norte to Colunga.

Distance

70 Km

ramp

+930m

Asturias coast

Second stage with departure Colunga that will take us to the Lastres Viewpoint. We will visit the Lighthouse of Lights and then we will go to Villaviciosa (we will pass by the Gaitero factory).

We will ascend the Crossroads and high of the Flame back to Colunga.

Distance

109 km

ramp

+2150m

Gamoniteiro

Pure mountain stage with the two great ascents: the Alto de la Cobertoria and El Gamoniteiro. It will make us vibrate like a real mountain stage.

The first part of the climb to La Cobertoria with constant ramps of 10-12% and the section that leads us to El Gamoniteiro where we will have ramps of up to 17%.

Of course, the fantastic views will make the hard climb worth it.

Distance

64 Km

ramp

+1700m

Angliru

Stage departing from the Hotel Las Caldas, in which we will face the great challenge of the event.

We will climb the hard and mythical Angliru along the Santa Eulalia de Morcín slope, from there we will reach Viapará where we will begin the hardest slopes of the Angliru, 23% ramps await us. We will make the descent calmly to ensure that we do not have any surprises until La Vega, and we will return to Las Caldas through Mieres.

For those who want to return home sooner, there is the possibility of cutting 26km, doing the circular route from Santa Eulalia.

Our recommendation for the bravest cyclists is to challenge themselves to climb Angliru, one of the toughest passes in Asturias and which is part of the history of the sport.

Included services

Accommodation

Accommodations in a shared room. Possibility of choosing an extra single room.

Half pension

Breakfast and dinner at the hotel.

Briefing

Welcome briefing to explain the trip and answer questions.

Directed outputs

We will have Ruth Moll as a guide during the route, a professional cyclist.

Route itinerary

Tracks of the stages, so you can load them on your GPS device or App that you normally use.

Support vehicle

Mechanical service and the possibility of changing clothes or getting into the vehicle during the route.

Refreshments en route

Solid and liquid supplies en route.

Shower after finishing

On the last day you can shower before returning home.

Insurance

Travel assistance insurance.

Not included

Any service not detailed in Included Services.

Arrival at the meeting point and return home

Arrival at the meeting point and return home at the end of the trip.

Beverages, except water

All drinks at lunch and dinner, except water.

Additional to hire

Single use room

If you prefer to sleep alone in the room, hire the supplement.

Cancellation insurance

If you think that something unforeseen may arise... you can take out cancellation insurance.

Bike rental

If you need a rental bike, ask us, we can help you arrange it with a local company.

Non-cycling companion

Your companion will enjoy accommodation and half board.

Extra night at the end of the trip

If you want to stay one more night before returning home, you can hire it.

Farewell meal

On Sunday you will have the possibility of staying for lunch at the accommodation

*Check our cancellation policy.

Testimonials

Exceptional experience, a 10 out of 10, organization, treatment, information. If you like nature, cycling, receiving warm service and suffering a little climbing mythical mountain passes, this is your company!!!!!! Carlos, a great professional and an unforgettable experience. I repeat for sure. Bikefriendly 🔝🔝🔝🔝

I have attended Puertos Míticos Pirineos and it has been spectacular. An organization of 10, good hotels, very good coordination and Carlos (our guide/mechanic/driver) has been spectacular in everything. Waiting for a new opportunity to attend a new experience. To all of you who like cycling, you should trust and go with Bikefriendly.

The experience with Bikefriendly has been extraordinary!!! I set out alone on a weekend bike ride and my doubt was whether I would feel comfortable. Well, comfortable is not enough!!! I enjoyed it as I had in a long time. The treatment of all the staff from the first contact to request information until the last minute has been more than excellent. Professionalism and at the same time warmth that made me feel among a group of lifelong friends. In short, I am very happy to have decided to attend the stage organized by Bikefriendly. I would repeat and I will surely repeat again and again. DON'T HESITATE IT!!! 😃😃

It was a unique and special experience, it met all our expectations. The kindness and cordiality in the attention of all the people who took care of the logistics of our trip made us feel captivated, the spectacular routes laid out, the sublime food, the wonderful attention of Juan, Clara and Alberto and the enchanting landscapes of the mountains. . Thank you Totales, greetings from the Eastern Plains of Colombia

Perfect organization, demanding but very very beautiful and well-organized routes, both the self-guided tracks (Las Caldas track) and the Ordesa Girls. They are a great plan! 🚴🏻‍♀️🤗

FAQs

I have allergies or intolerances. Can you adapt the menus?

Yes, of course, at the end of the reservation, we will contact you and send you a form with some relevant questions: contact in case of emergency, allergies and intolerances, medical problems... The menus and supplies will always be adapted to your needs.

Even though there are refreshment stations... do I have to bring my water and bars?

The best thing is that you always carry what you are used to taking: your salts, your bars... To avoid any downturn and so that you can eat and drink on the route whenever you need it. The refreshment stations will be marked at specific points and there you can refill the bottle, have a soft drink, fruit...

What will the group's rhythm be?

The guide will alternate rolling with everyone, but if the group stretches out, there will be times when you roll alone. That is why we will send the route tracks so that you can load them on your GPS device, or App that you use. Normally they ride in groups to the foot of the passes, where everyone ascends at their own pace. At the aid stations and stops, they regroup again.

How are shared rooms?

You sign up for a trip where most of you don't know each other. We will propose a room layout to share with another person, but you are free to modify it.

Where will the support vehicle be?

Normally he is close to the last ones, but he must also attend to possible breakdowns and to the first ones when they reach the heights, so that they can warm up or change their clothes.