We invite you on an incredible multi-stage mountain bike tour through one of La Rioja's most popular regions . Combining culture, sport, nature, and wine tourism, the stunning scenery of this area will transform your MTB trip into a truly unique experience. This is Tracks La Rioja: cycle touring, vineyards, and wineries.
The territory of wine on a unique journey
Tracks La Rioja is more than just a multi-stage cycling trip. This route will allow you to discover the charms of wine country as you ride your mountain bike through the vineyards of La Rioja Alta and from the heights of the Sierra de Cantabria and the Sierra de la Demanda.
You'll also have the opportunity to visit centuries-old wineries with modern facilities dedicated to producing the finest wines.
During your trip, you'll pass through some of the most beautiful towns in Spain, so the important thing is to enjoy the surroundings, admiring the beautiful landscapes while riding your mountain bike.
If you decide to join Tracks La Rioja, your journey will begin in the capital, Logroño . Your first stage will take you to La Guardia (Álava), a beautiful town perched atop a hill and surrounded by walls. Don't miss a visit to its wineries ; the entire subsoil of La Guardia is a labyrinth of cellars and underground passages.
Your journey will continue through the municipality of Briñas (La Rioja) in the Sierra de Cantabria. A charming village with cobbled streets and ashlar stone houses adorned with coats of arms.
The last stop on your route before returning to Logroño will take you to Ezcaray, at the foot of the Sierra de la Demanda mountains . Without a doubt, this beautiful Riojan village is sure to impress. The ochre and reddish hues of its architecture and the verdant landscapes make it a paradise for rural tourism.
Tracks La Rioja, quite an experience MTB
Now that you know which places you'll visit along this route, we'll tell you the more technical details you should keep in mind once you decide to take it.
Tracks La Rioja lets you choose between a 4- or 5-day tour, visiting wineries at each stage . If you choose the 5-day version, you can delve deeper into the mountains and enjoy the beautiful town of Ezcaray more thoroughly.
The route is 231 kilometers long and has a cumulative elevation gain of almost 6000 meters . For the most part, the terrain is entirely on tracks and trails suitable for cycling, including some paved sections to explore secluded and idyllic valleys.
This route is suitable for bikers eager to discover wine culture. Even if you're not a wine lover, the spectacle of colors in the vineyards that shape this region will transform your trip into a mountain bike ride that will infuse all your senses.
We recommend taking this trip in late summer or during the spring and fall seasons to explore the mountains and trails while appreciating the beautiful, colorful landscapes the area offers.
