Munich to Verona
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Your Perfect Gravel Experience
GRAVEL
6 DAYS
COMFORT
LEVEL 2-3
235 KM
2,280 M
GIRONA GRAVEL EXPERIENCE
Girona is a gravel wonderland waiting to be discovered. For every classic Girona climb, you can bet there’s a gravel version. Done Sant Grau already? Do it on gravel and see it through a whole new perspective. Ever wondered if there was a different way to get to Banyoles Lake? There is, on gravel. If you thought road cycling in Girona seemed like an inexhaustible labyrinth of new discoveries then prepare to be amazed by what you can uncover off-road.
Ride the hidden gravel roads of Girona guided by local experts. Stay in a 4* accommodation in the centre of Girona. Enjoy the best of Catalan food & Mediterranean flavours. The routes are designed for gravel-lovers, not too technical but with lots of fun, varied terrain & spectacular views throughout.
CYCLING ITINERARY
Day 1:
Arrival & ride, Banyoles Lake, 50 km, 400 m
Soak up views of the Pyrenees at Banyoles Lake
Day 2:
Les Gavarres, 71 km, 900 m
Climb Montnegre to Santa Pelaia, enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant
Day 3:
Volcà de la Crosa & Mas Lunes, 67 km, 690 m
Day 4:
Empordà, 75 km, 480 m
Visit Rustik for coffee & Dos Kiwi’s for a taste of Empordà-brewed heaven
Day 5:
Mieres & the Vall de Llemena, 83 km, 1700 m
The alternative Rocacorba
Day 6:
Departure from Girona
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
The Girona Gravel Camp is suitable for Intermediate (Level 2) to Advanced (Level 3) riders. It’s ok if you have never ridden a gravel bike before – our guides will be on hand to coach you through any technical sections and we will adapt the rides to suit the level of the group. Please give us a call if you have any questions or doubts.
To be able to enjoy the rides regular cycling in the weeks before the tour is highly recommended.
We can customise the ride itinerary for groups of 6 or more riders and make this a custom camp.
MAP
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- EMPORDÀ
- THE VOLCANO REGION
- BANYOLES LAKE
- GIRONA OLD TOWN
GIRONA GRAVEL TOUR INFORMATION
RIDE SUPPORT
Guided & Supported Rides
Enjoy first class guiding from your dedicated gravel cycling guides throughout the week. A support vehicle will appear at perfect moments along the ride to supply food & water, as well as mechanical back up & a ride home if needed.
Eat Sleep Cycle ride leaders are experienced professionals from all walks of life. Fun, friendly and patient, you will never be left behind.
Quick Facts
- NEARLY 100 PRO CYCLISTS ARE BASED IN GIRONA
- FORMER TOUR DE FRANCE RIDER DAVID MILLAR HAS LIVED IN GIRONA SINCE 2006.
- THE CHAPEL WHERE THE FAMOUS IMPRESSIONIST PAINTER SALVADOR DALI GOT MARRIED IS 15KM EAST OF GIRONA.
FOOD & ACCOMMODATION
Food
Girona is as famous for its food as it is for its cycling. Ride through the Emporá wine region by day and taste the produce by night. Taste ice-cream from the best restaurant in the world. Sample Catalan home cooking with views of sunset over Les Serres. From seafood to paella, tapas to pintxos, the flavours of this town and the surrounding region are sure to tickle your tastebuds.
Enjoy a breakfast buffet each morning in the hotel. A welcome and departure dinner is included in our favourite restaurants. We’ll give you a ride nutrition pack every morning to keep you fuelled throughout the day and we’ll stop en route at our favourite coffee stops where you can choose from the menu (not included in the package).
Catalan Hospitality
Hotel Carlemany****, Girona
Stay in the city centre Hotel Carlemany & enjoy comfortable rooms & a warm welcome. The hotel has a bar, restaurants and a delicious breakfast buffet tailored to cyclists (yes, they serve oats!)
The hotel is located in the centre of the vibrant new town, and is just a 5 min walk from the medieval old town and the Eat Sleep Cycle hub.
BIKE HIRE
Bike Hire
Benefit from a 10% discount on any Eat Sleep Cycle bike hire as part of this package.
Choose from the titanium Gradient by Reilly, the carbon Palta by Basso, or the carbon Kanzo Adventure by Ridley.
Our Bikes
BASSO PALTA
- Basso Palta Carbon Frameset
- Sram Rival 1 x 42 / 11-42
- Hydraulic Disc Brakes
- 700c wheels
REILLY GRADIENT
- Reilly Gradient Frame, Carbon fork
- Shimano GRX 1 x 40 / 11-42 cassette
- 650b or 700c wheels
- Byway WTB Tyres, 47c
RIDLEY KANZO ADVENTURE
- Kanzo Adventure Carbon Frameset
- Sram Force 1 x 42 / 11-42 cassette
- Hydraulic disc brakes
- WTB Riddler 700c x 45 mm tyres
TRIP SUMMARY
2022 Trip Dates
September 26th – October 1st
Available as a private tour
On demand for groups
Price Per Head
€1,999
Single Supplement €299
Travel Logistics
Meeting Point: The meet point for the tour is Barcelona Sants Train Station at 11:00 on Day 1 of the tour.
Departure: The group transfer departs at 10:00 on the last day of the tour to Barcelona Sants Train Station and/or Barcelona Airport as required. Perfect for flights departing after 14:00 or trains after 12:00.
Return group transfers are included in the tour as detailled. We can arrange alternative private transfers for you from Girona or Barcelona Airport at additional cost. Let us know your travel plans and we’ll do the rest!
What's Included?
Cycling: 5 day, guided and supported.
Accommodation: 5 nights, 4* City Centre Hotel
Food: Full board – breakfast, lunch & evening meals
Bike Hire: Optional
Transfers: Group return transfers to Barcelona are included
Group Bookings
Groups of 8 or more riders: can opt to make a tour private and choose their own dates with the same pricing. Smaller groups are welcome, just ask us for a quote.
Payment
Deposit: a 50% deposit will secure your place on the tour.
Balance: the outstanding balance is due 2 months in advance of the tour.
WHY EAT SLEEP CYCLE?
EXCELLENT LOCATION
Our home in Girona, Spain, gives us unique access to remarkable people and places, allowing us to create world class cycling tours.
EXPERT GUIDES
Our guides are experts in cycling, travel & hosting world class tours. We recruit professionals from all walks of life who love to ride.
5 STAR REVIEWS
You’ll be back!
98% of our guests say they’ll come back to Eat Sleep Cycle for another tour.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Ride with Eat Sleep Cycle and enjoy the best roads, landscapes & cultural experiences thanks to our knowledge.
