As you plan to go on a beginner cycling holiday, consider spring and fall the best seasons to visit Northern Spain, while for winter and early spring, Southern Spain is the ideal destination. If you are heading for the islands, on the other hand, you can go on your active vacation all year round
Girona, the cycling capital of Europe, is an exciting destination to explore as a beginner. Embark on leisure strolls on its cobblestone streets and get a glimpse of the magnificent buildings.
In Costa Daurada, the sandy coastline also offers an easy ride. If you want to upgrade your skills, head to the countryside and test yourself by traversing the long climbs of the Prades mountains.
In San Sebastian, find yourself on a gastronomic adventure. It’s the best place to get off your bike saddle and enjoy Spanish cuisine.
Southern Spain, however, provides you with both the higher climbs and beginner-friendly roads. Calpe is the destination for some breezy road biking. This coastal town offers some exquisite trails with astonishing mountain and sea views.
If you prefer longer climbs and distances, in Andalucia, Costa Almera has amazing traffic-free roads that give you access to Mediterranean coastal tracks, forest terrains, and even desert routes.
For all-year-round cycling, head to the Balearic Islands. Mallorca offers both flat terrain and mountain ranges, ideal for beginner cyclists or for those who are looking to level up their skills. Likewise, in Fuerteventura, in the Canary Islands, you can also have a relaxing biking tour all year round along its ancient volcanic trails.
Grab your gear because the smooth roads, the hilltop towns, the mountains, and the coastal views await you to go on a beginner cycling retreat in sunny Spain!