Girona Gravel Experience

Scheduled

5 nights

Intermediate

335 km

4273 m

Girona Gravel Experience
GironaGirona Gravel Experience

Summary

The tour begins at our buzzing Eat Sleep Cycle cafe where you’ll get accquainted with the team and your bike. Whether you’re here because you’re a gravellar look to explore new terrain or a roadie who is looking to try something new and improve their skills, this tour is all about imperrsing yourself in the gravel world of Girona. Girona is an iconic cycling destiantion and its gravel scene has grown over the last couple of years. Undoubtedly, this is due to the numerous places gravel can take you and the quality of paths and tracks in the region. Climb Rocacorba gravel style, visit the less known Montnegra and discover the hidden Masià in the Catalan Transversal Mountain Range. The routes are designed for gravel-lovers and roadies alike who are looking to improve their skills, not too technical but with lots of fun, varied terrain & spectacular views throughout.

Stay in a 4* accommodation in the centre of Girona, just minutes from our buzzing cycling hub and old town. Breakfast is provided here each morning that has been desinged with cyclists in mind.

Enjoy the best of Catalan food & Mediterranean flavours. Throughout the ride, enjoy a picnic lunch en rotue or at our handpicked restaurants to ensure you are fuelled for the day. In the evenings, we guide you to our favourite spots in Girona.

DURATION

6 days / 5 nights

DISTANCE

335 km

HOTELS
★★★★★
REGION

Girona

Terrain

Gravel

LEVEL

Intermediate

Average Distance X DAY

67 km

Average Time X DAY

4 h 28 min

PRICE PER PERSON FROM€ 1.999

TOUR highlights

Girona Old Town

Gravel Rocacorba

Montnegra

Transversal Mountain Range

Lunch in Masià

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Intermediate

Rated 2 out of 4 our Intermediate tours are designed for sporty people who are looking to enjoy some more challenging rides. E-bikes are available on all of our tours. Rides are up to 80 km with up to 1,000 m of climbing.

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ITINERARY

Day 1

Welcome to Girona

The tour begins at our buzzing Eat Sleep Cycle cafe where you'll get accquainted with the team and your bike. A short warm up ride will ensure you are feeling confident on gravel and dirt roads for the week ahead.

EAT

Light lunch on arrival, evening meal in Girona city centre

SLEEP

Hotel Carlemany

CYCLE

Warm up ride to Bonmatí 36 km, 280m

Day 1

Dos Kiwis

Ride out to the Empordà region of Girona for a relaxed 83 km loop. This ride offeres a variety of compact gravel and dirt paths as well as small roads with minimal elevation. There are a couple of essential stops on the ride to keep you fueled and your taste buds hungry.

EAT

Breakfast, lunch at Dos Kiwis, evening meal in Girona city centre

SLEEP

Hotel Carlemany

CYCLE

Dos Kiwis 83 km, 514 m

Day 1

Gravel Hincapie

Today is the first challenge of the tour with the gravel version of the famous hincapie loop. Start by rolling through the old town and into Celrà before taking a wide gravel path towards Els Àngels. The second climb is up Montnegra and returns to Girona via the Via Verde.

EAT

Breakfast, picnic lunch in les Gaverres, evening meal in Girona city centre

SLEEP

Hotel Carlemany

CYCLE

Gravel Hincapie 63 km, 1082 m

Day 1

Gravel Rocacorba

A classic route with a gravel twist to Rocacorba. Witness the spectacular views as you climb to the top of the famous Rocacorba. Check out the abandoned church just a few metres down the road and built in the 18th Century. A rewarding meal awaits you by the lake on your descent.

EAT

Breakfast, picnic lunch at Banyoles Lake, evening meal in Girona city centre

SLEEP

Hotel Carlemany

CYCLE

Gravel Rocacorba 64 km, 1170 m

Day 1

Taverna del Subirà

The final challenge of the tour is to a the bautiful Masià in the Catalan Transversal Mountain Range. This is a spectacular climb, it is long and steady averaging 3% over 19 kilometres. At the top, enjoy a gourmet lunch before descending down and back to Girona.

EAT

Breakfast, lunch at the summit, celebration evening meal in Girona.

SLEEP

Hotel Carlemany

CYCLE

Taverna del Subirà 89 km, 1223 m

Day 1

Departures

Sadly, the tour draws to an end on day 6, and all that's left to do is bid farewell to the unique city of Girona.

EAT

Breakfast

SLEEP

CYCLE

THE TOUR
IN DETAIL

RIDE SUPPORT

full support

Enjoy full ride support from our professional guide team & support vehicle.

The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.

Eat Sleep Cycle guides are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime.

All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.

HOTELS

BIKE HIRE

Cannondale Supersix Evo CX

Gravel Race

An evolved race bike ready for the rough and tumble of grass crits, mud ruts or open gravel tracks. Enojy a Lightweight, durable carbon frameset with ample tire clearance and a SRAM Force 1 11-speed groupset.

Wilier Rave SLR

Gravel Race

The Rave is perfect for all-road, perfect for gravel and is desgined for speed. Enjoy a lightweight carbon frame with racey geometry and an electronic SRAM Rival XPLR groupset for full gear range and precision shifting.

Giant Revolt E-Bike

All Road Electric

A versitle drop bar e-bike for road, gravel and mixed terrain adventures. A lightweight aluminium frame, smooth-riding tubeless tyres and a comfortable D-Fuse seatpost give you the ability to ride any road, any route. The 500 W battery delivers long-distance pedalling support and is seamlessly integrated into the frame. The bike is simple to activate - press the on/off button and you're ready to go!

Electric

THE GUIDES

Zippy

Originally from Ireland, Zippy moved to Girona a few years ago because of the best cycling options in road and gravel. He also works as a cycling coach, training individuals for whatever they wish to pursue.

Zippy
Josep

Josep is from a small city in Catalunya called Reus. He loves cycling and has a passion for sharing cycling experiences with others. He's a guide for Eat Sleep Cycle all over Europe & leads our Morocco tours.

Details

LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION

HOW TO GET HERE

Travel to Barcelona or Girona

MEETING POINT

Eat Sleep Cycle Hub, Girona

TIME

12:00

DEPARTURE

The tour finishes in Girona city centre on day 6

WHAT THE TOUR INCLUDES

CYCLING

Full support

ACCOMMODATION

4* Hotels

FOOD

Full Board

TRANSFERS

Available on request

BIKE RENTAL

High end gravel bike rental is included

EAT SLEEP CYCLE LOCATION

ESC Girona

If you love cycling put Girona high on your bucket list. A paradise for roadies, gravellers & mountain bikers alike, Girona has an amazing network of rides ready to blow your mind. It’s a destination that can be enjoyed all year around, with the most popular months to ride being March to June & September to November.

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to ride?

RESERVATION
& PAYMENT

If you have any questions about our tours, dates, or anything else, contact us here
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DEPOSIT

A deposit of €500 will secure your place on the tour.

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SECOND PAYMENT

50% is due 6 months before the departure of the tour.

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FINAL BALANCE

The final balance is due 2 months before the tour departure.

Single Occupancy:  PLUS €249
Peak Season (Spring, Autumn):  PLUS €300
Monday

19 February 2024

Saturday

24 February 2024

€1.999Book now
Monday

4 March 2024

Saturday

9 March 2024

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Wednesday

24 April 2024

Monday

29 April 2024

€2.299Book now
Tuesday

17 September 2024

Sunday

22 September 2024

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Monday

18 November 2024

Saturday

23 November 2024

€1.999Book now
Tuesday

10 December 2024

Sunday

15 December 2024

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FAQs

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What happens if I need to cancel the trip?

We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.

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Is the tour the right level for me?

We rate our tours from Level 1 (Leisure) to Level 4 (Epic). Each tour contains a description of the level, expected daily ride time, distance and elevation. If you have any doubts we’re more that happy to speak to you on the phone and help to find you the perfect trip!

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What about bikes? Can I hire one or should I bring my own?

We recommend that you hire a bike for your tour and will work with you after you book to help you to choose the best size and model for your ride style. If you prefer to bring your bike, it’s no problem. Please be aware that on some of our epic trips we charge a supplement to transport your bike box to our finishing location. If you have any doubts, please ask!

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Is insurance included?

Insurance is not included in our tour packages. We highly recommend contracting travel insurance at the time of reservation with a company from where you are from.

Health insurance which covers you for illness or injury whilst cycling in your chosen destination is mandatory, we’ll ask you for details of your insurance providor before you travel.

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