Sierra Nevada Gravel

361 km / + 8.700 m
Level: ★★★★☆
Departure: June - September
4 or 5 stages

TRIP DESCRIPTION

If you want to do something different that it is not possible to do anywhere else in Europe, going to more than 3200 m of altitude and reaching the coast, this is your route.

We have designed a route that can only be done in gravel, high mountain passes that reach almost the highest peaks in Spain, passing through high mountain lagoons and the foothills of the highest mountain in the Peninsula (Mulhacén, 3482 meters) .

The Sierra Nevada Gravel route is a demanding route, although totally different from any other type of route of this type throughout Europe, since it connects the highest peaks in Europe, which can be reached by bike, with the tropical coast and Granada city.

It is a route that you can do in 4 or 5 stages, with 5 stages being the most recommended, due to its great slopes. If it seems too hard for you, we will adjust it to your level and number of days.

You will climb different ports of the Vuelta a España and you will get to know the high mountain environment of Sierra Nevada, where you can enjoy the views of the great colossi (Veleta, Mulhacén, etc.) and the Mediterranean Sea with Morocco in the background.

THE TOP OF THIS ROUTE

  • The only place in Europe where you can go from the highest peaks in Spain to the beach
  • You will visit three natural parks in the province of Granada
  • It reaches the amazing height of 3200 m. with your gravel bike
  • Get to know one of the best spaces in Spain for cycling
  • Enjoy the gastronomy and the rest of the rural hotels
  • Get to know the mountain and coastal towns of Granada
  • You will pass through different ports of the Vuelta a España

ITINERARY

STAGE 1: Granada – Quéntar

Distance: 70 KM Slope: + 1.510 M


STAGE 2: Quéntar – Capileira

Distance: 77 KM Slope: + 2.780 M


STAGE 3: Capileira – Calahonda

Distance: 61 KM Slope: + 1.140 M


STAGE 4: Calahonda – Arenas del Rey

Distance: 85 KM Slope: + 2.170 M


STAGE 5: Arenas del Rey – Granada

Distance: 68 KM Slope: + 1.100 M

PHOTOS

SERVICES

INCLUDED
  • Bed and breakfasts
  • Luggage transfer at each stage
  • Initial briefing
  • Tracks of the routes
  • Asistencia telefónica en ruta
  • Daily telephone briefing
  • Shower service at the end of the route
  • ADDITIONAL SERVICES TO CONTRACT
  • Finisher jersey
  • Local guide
  • Assistance en route due to breakdown or abandonment
  • Bike rental
  • GPS rental
  • Accident and/or cancellation insurance
  • Transfer
  • Meals and dinners
  • Complementary cultural, gastronomic or leisure activities
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    *The final price depends on the season, the type of room and the regime selected.

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