Pyrenees Summits to Girona Seaside MTB Tour
Begin your Pyrenees to the Mediterranean MTB epic mountain biking adventure in Barcelona, the dynamic capital of Catalonia. From there, journey to the majestic Pyrenees and the Cerdanya valley, home to the sprawling Cadí-Moixeró Nature Reserve. Marvel at the dramatic limestone massif as you cycle through traditional mountain villages, encountering local farmers and herds of sheep. The well-trodden scenic trails in the Pyrenees will seamlessly guide you across the Spain-France border. Be sure to pause in a mountain village to savor the rustic regional cuisine.
The tour continues with an exhilarating downhill ride offering breathtaking views across the Alt Ripollès Valley. Next, traverse the Garrotxa volcanic zone, a natural haven characterized by magnificent fir forests and expansive meadows. As you descend from the mountains to the coastal plains, you’ll arrive at the beautiful beaches of the Costa Brava. Here, the Mediterranean vistas that once inspired the legendary artist Salvador Dalí await. This captivating MTB tour promises a truly memorable experience.
Duration
7 days
Type
Mountain Bike
Season
March to November
Price from
€1,800
Tour Highlights
Playground
From the high limestone summits of the Pyrenees to the turquoise coves of the Costa Brava, this is Catalonia in its purest form. Cross borders, ride volcanic landscapes, explore medieval towns, and finish your journey by the Mediterranean Sea. Few MTB routes in Europe offer such a dramatic summit-to-sea progression.
Challenge yourself
Climb high mountain passes in the Cerdanya Valley, descend endless singletracks into Alt Ripollès, and conquer the iconic ascent to Sant Pere de Rodes overlooking the sea. Each stage delivers a rewarding physical challenge paired with unforgettable views.
Flavour
This tour is a culinary journey as much as a riding adventure. Enjoy hearty Pyrenean mountain dishes, volcanic-region specialties in Garrotxa, wines from Empordà, and the freshest seafood by the Mediterranean. Every day ends with a taste of place.
Go custom
Dream bigger. Ride further. Add shuttles for more descending, upgrade to premium boutique hotels, choose e-MTB support, or extend your stay in Girona. Whether you're a couple, a private group, or a corporate team, we tailor every detail to match your vision.
What to expect?
A True Summit-to-Sea MTB Crossing
This is a genuine MTB Tour in Spain that connects the high Pyrenees MTB trails with the Mediterranean coast. Designed for riders comfortable on mountain terrain, the route blends achievable daily challenges with spectacular scenery. Expect a progressive journey: alpine tracks in Cerdanya, cross-border riding between Spain and France, volcanic landscapes in Garrotxa, historic Girona cycling routes, and coastal singletracks overlooking the Costa Brava.This is not a stationary bike holiday — it’s a point-to-point adventure from mountains to sea. Beyond the riding, enjoy hand-picked hotels, regional gastronomy, seamless logistics, and full support from experienced local guides. Start in the Pyrenees. Finish in the Mediterranean.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Pyrenees, Natural Inspiration
Meet your MTB Dreams guides at Barcelona Airport and after 2h transfer you will get to Cerdanya Valley, the sunniest valley in Europe. Your hotel will be placed in Puigcerdà, capital of the valley in the heart of Pyrenees where we'll enjoy a lunch of local dishes. Then, biker's group will test the bikes on a short warm-up ride along the quiet, tree-lined trails with impressive views on top of the valley.
Before dinner there will still be time for a walk around Puigcerdà old town, surrounded by mountains and near the border with France and Andorra. This small town on the shores of the Schierbeck lake used to be one of the favourite summer destinations of the Catalan bourgeoisie a century ago, that's why it remains a legacy of modernist villas.
- Destinations: Barcelona / Puigcerdà
- Ride: Cerdanya valley and its Segre River. Distance 30km. Elevation +250 / -900mts
- Accommodation: Hotel Park / Hotel Roca
DAY 2: 3 Countries In 1 Day
Pyrenees, a priceless gem in Southern Europe's geography, grace us with cinematic landscapes, abundant water, lush vegetation, delectable gastronomy, diverse activities, pleasant weather, and naturally, superb mountain biking. As we cross the borders of France and Andorra today, we'll have the unique opportunity to experience three countries.
- Destinations: Bourg Madamme / Llo / Canillo / Andorra la Vella
- Ride: France and Andorra by Royal Path. Distance 36km. Elevation +750 / -1.750mts
- Accommodation: Hotel Park / Hotel Roca
DAY 3: From Pyrenees To Garrotxa
The journey to Santa Pau is an endless sightseeing, getting away from Pyrenees and plunging into the Garrotxa Volcanic area. Today's bike itinerary goes along peaceful and traffic less backroads crossing Pyrenees towards the volcanic area.
- Destinations: Matamala / Montgrony / Ripoll / Olot
- Ride: Pyrenees to Garrotxa. Distance 70km. Elevation +750 / -2.150mts
- Accommodation: Hotel Borrell / Hotel Can Blanch
DAY 4: Garrotxa Volcanic Region And Its Heritage
Cycling experience will cross the shades of the Fageda d'en Jordà, a natural reserve that includes a beech forest with unique characteristics in Catalonia and Spain, as it grows on relatively flat terrain, formed by a cooled lava flow from the volcano del Croscat, in the middle of the volcanic Natural Park.
- Destinations: Volcanic natural park / Santa Pau / Besalú
- Ride: Garrotxa Volcanic Natural Park. Distance 30km. Elevation +770 / -950mts
- Accommodation: Hotel Borrell / Hotel Can Blanch
DAY 5: Girona Cycling Hub
Early ride all the morning across the Llémena valley following its river on a shady combo of single and double tracks. Girona cycling city will welcome you warmly and refuel at the end of the stage. Protected by imposing walls, it managed to perfectly preserve its medieval urban section to these days, as well as the Jewish Quarter, considered one of the most important in Europe. After a light lunch in Girona, there comes Figueres city with its Dalí Museum which is one big surreal object and is located in a former theatre.
- Destinations: Girona / Figueres / Roses
- Ride: Llémena valley. Distance 60km. Elevation +575 / -1120mts
- Accommodation: Hotel Montecarlo / Hotel Roses Beach
DAY 6: Tramuntana Republik
Crossing the Alt Empordà plateau in lands, we will face the climb of the day towards Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery. The last section is a glorious descent down to Port de la Selva, a little fisherman's village that will delight your body with a well earned swim in the Med sea and you'll have a lunch with fresh local seafood. Cool off in the sea or at the pool's hotel.
- Destinations: Cadaqués / Port de la Selva / Llançà
- Ride: Cap de Creus. Distance 32km. Elevation +/-560mts
- Accommodation: Hotel Montecarlo / Hotel Roses Beach
DAY 7: The Fairy Tale Villages
The Gavarres Nature Reserve offers up another thrilling climb (optional :). We will cross paths along the day visiting Peratallada, Pals and having lunch. Golden fields of wheat and sunflowers blanket the countryside as you ride to the luminous Baix Empordà region. Our route travels through rural landscapes, passing quaint hamlets bursting with Bougainvillea. We'll stop at Costa Brava's medieval gems: Peratallada and Pals villages. It makes you feel like you've travelled back in time, with its buildings made from stone, picturesque arches, and castle towers. Wander through the enchanting medieval town of Pals and admire its bell tower, built in the 12th century. Time to pack up your bikes, and be transferred to Barcelona airport.
- Destinations: Castelló d'Empúries / Peratallada / Pals / Barcelona
- Ride: Baix Empordà. Distance 44km. Elevation +/-500mts
- Accommodation: Hotel Montecarlo / Hotel Roses Beach
What's included:
- 7-day fully guided, point-to-point MTB adventure
- 7 nights in carefully selected accommodations
- Half-board (daily breakfast and dinner)
- Airport transfers from Barcelona or Girona
- All ground transportation with fully equipped support van
- Ride nutrition and hydration support
- Certified, experienced MTB guides
- Secure bike storage throughout the trip
- Luggage transfers between stages
- Laundry facilities during the tour
Optional upgrades:
- Single room accommodation
- Premium MTB or e-MTB rental
- On-tour physiotherapy sessions
- Professional photo coverage
- Hotel upgrades
- Custom extensions before or after the tour
What's not included:
- International or domestic flights
- Travel and personal insurance
- Lunches and personal expenses
- Staff gratuities
MTB Guides
Martí Moreno
Passionate Mountain Bike guide in the Pyrenees and Costa Brava native, blending sea and mountains into unique riding experiences. A gastronomy and wine lover, he turns every route into a cultural journey as well as an adventure. Certified mechanic, ensuring safety, reliability, and peace of mind on every ride.
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