Spain offers year-round cycling in landscapes that shift from Mediterranean coastal paths to arid meseta plains and lush northern greenery. The warmth of the people matches the warmth of the climate.
Cycle the coast of the Basque Country and Cantabria from San Sebastián to Santander on this 8-day self-guided tour. You will ride past Basque fishing villages, the cliffs of Cantabria, and cross the Bay of Santander by boat, discovering San Sebastián's pintxos and Bilbao's Guggenheim along the way.
An 8-day self-guided cycling tour in Lanzarote with stages of 33 to 52 km through volcanic landscapes and coastline. Ride past lava fields, beaches, and Timanfaya National Park.
Cycle through Green Spain and the Picos de Europa on this 8-day self-guided tour across Cantabria and Asturias. Ride past unspoilt coastline, cross the dramatic La Hermida gorge, and freewheel down the Miera Valley to the sandy beaches of Somo.
Pedal along Spain's sun-drenched Costa Blanca, from the hilltop old town of Altea to the vibrant streets of Valencia. This 7-day linear route threads through vineyards, orange groves, coastal wetlands and charming Mediterranean towns, with easy terrain perfect for a relaxed cycling holiday.
Cycle through Cantabria and Asturias on this 9-day self-guided cycling tour along Spain's Green Coast. You will ride past medieval villages, unspoilt beaches, and the foothills of the Picos de Europa, ending with a relaxing soak in the spa hotel of Puente Viesgo.
Cycle through Cantabria's coast and valleys on this 6-day self-guided tour in Green Spain. You will ride past the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, a tranquil fishing harbour, and the golden sands of Somo, with two free days to explore at your own pace.
Cycle a spectacular loop through Cantabria and Asturias on this 11-day self-guided tour starting and ending in Santander. Ride past unspoilt Atlantic beaches and medieval villages, climb into the Picos de Europa, then unwind in a spa hotel by the Pas river.
You will pass through Santillana del Mar, Comillas, Pechón, Llanes, Arenas de Cabrales, the Nansa Valley and Cabuérniga before looping back via Puente Viesgo to Santander. Most days offer a shorter and a longer route option, so you can shape the ride around your own pace.
Ride the Portuguese Way of St. James by mountain bike, from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, on this 7-day self-guided tour. Atlantic beaches, river valleys and granite villages lead you step by step into Galicia.
You will follow the coast north from Porto, turn inland along the Cávado and Lima rivers, and cross the Minho into Spain at the fortress town of Valença. The last stages wind through Galician forests and medieval towns, until you stand before Santiago Cathedral.
Cycle through Cantabria and Asturias on this 13-day self-guided cycling tour combining Atlantic coastline with the mountains of the Picos de Europa. Ride past unspoilt beaches and fishing villages, then descend the beautiful Miera Valley to the Bay of Santander.
Cycle from the Guadiana River to the ocean cliffs near Sagres on this 9-day self-guided Algarve tour. Old mines, salt pans, estuaries and cliffs mark the route along Portugal's southern coast.
You will start in Mértola and follow the Guadiana down to the sea, dipping briefly into Spain. Then the Algarve coast unfolds: the Ria Formosa estuary, historic Tavira and Faro, a mountain bike stage through pine hills to Lagos, and finally the ocean cliffs near Sagres.
Cycle along the River Ebro through Cantabria and La Rioja on this 8-day self-guided cycling tour in northern Spain. You will pedal past spectacular gorges, charming villages and the vineyards of Rioja, finishing in the walled medieval town of Laguardia.
Cycle the coastline of Northern Spain from Santander to Gijón on this 8-day self-guided tour. You will ride past unspoilt beaches, fishing villages, and Modernist architecture, with the Picos de Europa rising in the distance.
Discover the striking contrasts of the Valencian hinterland on this 8-day ride from the castle town of Biar to the Mediterranean buzz of Valencia. You will cross the Serra de Mariola, vineyards, olive and orange groves before descending to the rice paddies of the Albufera and the vibrant city by the sea.
Cycle around Mallorca on this 9-day self-guided road bike tour, tackling coastal stretches and the climbs of the Sierra de Tramuntana. You will ride past windmills and almond trees, beaches and coves, with longer or shorter route options on most days.
Cycle from the plains of Castile to the Bay of Biscay on this 8-day self-guided tour through Cantabria's Picos de Europa. Wind past medieval castles and storks' nests, coast down into dramatic mountain valleys, and finish among the beaches and coves of the Cantabrian coast.
Cycle around Mallorca on this 9-day self-guided tour, following coastal cycle paths and climbing into the Sierra de Tramuntana. You will ride past beaches and coves, historic villages and dramatic sea cliffs, with hotels and luggage transfer arranged each day.
Cycle the spectacular northern coast of Spain from the Basque Country to Asturias over nine unforgettable days. Ride past dramatic sea cliffs, hidden beaches, medieval villages and lush green mountains on this stunning route from Bilbao to Ribadesella.
Ride gravel and dirt tracks through Peneda-Gerês National Park on this 9-day self-guided tour. Chestnut forests, granite villages and high mountain passes make every stage a real adventure.
You will start on the coast at Esposende and follow the Lima River inland, before climbing into the park's forests and crossing briefly into Spain at Lóbios. Montalegre's castle, old granaries and quiet back roads lead you to Gerês, with transfers from and to Porto taking care of the logistics.
Cycle from the plains of Castile to the Bay of Biscay on this 9-day self-guided tour through Cantabria's Picos de Europa. Wind past medieval castles, coast down into dramatic mountain valleys, and finish along Santander's belle époque seafront.
Cycle the Coast of Green Spain on this 8-day self-guided tour through Cantabria. You will ride past medieval villages, unspoilt beaches, and the golden sands of Somo, with the Picos de Europa rising in the distance on free days you can pace as you like.
Cycle through Cantabria's coast and valleys on this 8-day self-guided tour in Northern Spain. You will ride along unspoilt beaches and the Parque Natural de Oyambre, climb into the Picos de Europa, and cross four river valleys before freewheeling down to the Bay of Santander.
Spain has Europe's longest cycling season. Andalusia (Seville, Granada, Costa del Sol) and Catalonia are rideable from October to May, perfect winter destinations with daytime temps of 14–22 °C. The Camino de Santiago, Picos de Europa, and northern Atlantic coast are best from May to September. Inland meseta (Castile, La Mancha) should be avoided in July–August (35–40 °C).
Yes — the Camino Francés (800 km from St. Jean Pied de Port to Santiago de Compostela) is fully bikeable in 9–14 days, averaging 60–80 km daily. Most cyclists use hybrid or gravel bikes due to mixed asphalt and dirt sections. You can earn the official Compostela certificate by riding the last 200 km. The Portuguese Camino and Camino del Norte are quieter alternatives.
Mallorca is widely considered Europe's top road cycling destination — closed-loop roads, professional team training bases, and the iconic Sa Calobra climb (10 km, 7% average). Catalonia (Girona) is home to many WorldTour pros. Andalusia offers epic climbs around Granada and the Sierra Nevada (Europe's southernmost ski resort, 2,500 m).
Andalusia is one of Europe's best winter cycling destinations. From November to March, daytime temperatures sit at 14–20 °C with low rainfall along the Costa del Sol, Costa Tropical, and Cádiz coast. Routes through the Vía Verde rail trails, the Sierra de Cazorla, and the Mediterranean coast offer flat or rolling terrain perfect for off-season training rides.
Spain has 130+ Vías Verdes (Green Ways) — converted rail trails totaling 3,400 km. These are typically flat, well-paved or compacted gravel, traffic-free, and connect rural villages. They're ideal for family touring. Road cycling infrastructure varies: Catalonia, Basque Country, and Galicia are excellent; central meseta has long stretches of remote roads.
Spain is part of the Schengen Area. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens travel freely. UK, US, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand visitors can stay 90 days in any 180-day window without a visa. ETIAS authorisation is not in force yet and has no confirmed start date — check the official EU travel portal before booking.