BICYCLE ROUTE
IN MONTSENY

If you like both road biking and mountain routes, you can’t miss this tour through the Montseny national park where you’ll get to enjoy 140 km of mountains and nature.
The Montseny bike route covers a vast territory, up to a height of 2000 metres and along paths that will delight the most passionate cyclists.

DESCRIPTION

The Montseny bike route runs through a network of regional roads especially modified for cycling, that allow you to explore and admire many elements of the culture and natural heritage of the area.

Immerse yourself in the impressive  Montseny National Park, the oldest park in Catalonia, declared a biosphere reserve by Unesco and with an area of over 30,120 hectares.

The Montseny National Park consist of a mosaic of Mediterranean and central European landscapes which you can explore through the network of winding roads.  The Montseny Mountain itself stands majestic and haughty, visible from all around Catalonia. The name means literally “Mount Signal” (Mont Signus in latin).

The tour starts and ends in the beautiful town of Hostalric, where the imposing castle atop a volcanic hill is one of the highlights.  It was built around the year 1145 upon an ancient Iberian settlement. The Castle suffered severe damage in 1695 at the hands of French troops. You can also visit the medieval walls and the 17th century Santa Maria church.

Arbúcies is another of the villages that you will see during this tour. The village of Arbúcies is located between the Montseny National Park and the Guilleries area, declared a protected zone and area of natural interest.

In Arbúcies be sure not to miss its picturesque streets, its modernist buildings and the Plaza de la Villa, presided over by a more than 100-year-old tree. Montsoriu Castle is located  between the municipalities of Arbucies and Sant Feliu de Buixalleu, where you’ll have a fantastic views ranging from the coastal areas and the pre-coastal depression, to the peaks of Montseny and the Guilleries.

We’ll climb to the Montseny pass, from Sant Celon on the way to Santa Fe and Collformic, by way of the southern slope, which is challenge even for the best cyclists.

For the final stretch we’ll climb to Coll de Ravell, up the northern slope and then descend along the southern slope. This is a pass between the Montseny massif depression and the Guillerías, on the boundary between Arbucies and Espinelves.

The Montseny bike route is ideal for nature lovers, as you’ll get plenty of chances to admire the local flora and wildlife.

If you want to combine it with other routes and stay on the Costa Brava for longer, check out our Ride Camps.

ROUTE
MONTSENY

116€

INFORMATION

DURATION

1 day

TRAVEL
DISTANCE

140 km

INCLINE

2000 metres

Difficulty
80%

SCHEDULED DATES

On demand 116€

You can propose new dates in [email protected]
If you do Private you can choose the dates you want.

INCLUDES

  • Expert guide for the area
  • Car and mechanical assistance en route
  • Meals
  • Transfers to/from service point

OPTIONAL

  • Bike hire
  • Accident insurance

Montseny itinerary

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TRAVEL

  • Transfer to Hostalric
  • Hostalric
  • Sant Celoni
  • Campins
  • Santa Fe
  • Montseny coast
  • Montseny
  • Collformic
  • Seva
  • Espinelves
  • Coll de Ravell
  • Arbucies
  • Hostalric
  • Transfer to Sant Antoni de Calonge

Additional Services

Personalise it!

If you would like something more personal and intimate, then we have just what you are looking for. You can do any of our routes and Ride Camps privately.

GPS system

We also have the most modern and updated GPS devices, so that your route will always be safe, with the best options readily available.

Bike delivery

We can deliver as well as pick up your bike no matter where you are. You decide!

Massages

There is nothing more relaxing than a good massage after each bike ride. You'll be like new afterwards!

Assistance en route

You'll have our rapid assistance with any problem that may come up regarding you personally or with the bike.

Would you also like to rent a bicycle?
Don’t worry. You can let us know during the route reservation process.

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