Home to the Montes de Málaga, the Costa del Sol and the almightly Sierra Nevada, Andalucia has a stunning variety of landscapes and beautiful towns and cities just waiting to be explored. Don’t miss cultural gems such as the Alhambra in Granada, flamenco in Seville and el Punte Nuevo in Ronda. The warm Mediterranean climate makes this region the ideal location for year-round cycling.
Ride, dine and discover the best that Malaga has to offer on this six-day tour. From smooth coastal roads to undulating routes through the Malaga hills, this tour is filled with awe-inpiring views that make every kilometre of climbing extra special.
The Alhambra is one of the best preserved examples of Islamic architecture in Europe. The site as it stands today bears the scars of the invasions and cultural milieu that make Granada so unique, complete with magnificent palaces, tree-lined walkways and flowing streams. Some of the Alhambra's highlights include the Courtyard of the Lions, the Generalife gardens and the Palace Of Charles V.
The Pico del Veleta in the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains is the fourth highest peak in Spain, and a 43-km climb to the top. There is an average gradient of 6.5%, and it is important to ride in summer, as snow can make the road inaccessible in winter and early spring.
El Puerto del Sol is a challenging climb located just to the north of Velez-Málaga. The 19-km ascent averages at 6.4%, with highs of 12% and 10% at some points. The road climbs through the hills surrounding the city of Malaga, passing through the pretty villages of Periana and Colmenar. Enjoy the gentle descent down to the city of Malaga and cool off with a drink beside the sea!
The Carretera de la Cabra is a stunning road that winds its way through the Andalucian countryside. Flanked by green fields, forest and rocky mountainside, the road offers views of the undulating landscape the blankets the coastal region of Granada. Rising in altitude from the seaside town of Almuñecar, the climb peaks at 1348 m above seal level, before starting to descend towards the city of Granada.
This traditional form of song and dance is most commonly associated with the gyspies of southern Spain. Today, this romantic music has been popularised, and can be seen in 'tablaos' (small flamenco theatres) across the country. Some of the most authentic tablaos are found in Seville, Granada, Cordoba, Malaga and Cadiz, which are or have been home to some of the most celebrated legengs in flamenco history, such as Camerón de la Isla, Paco de Lucía, Lola Flores, La Húngara, and more. In summer, the streets are alive with flamenco buskers, who offer an incredible display of talent.
El Puerto del Leon is a 16.2-km climb from the city of Malaga through the nearby natural park of Los Montes de Málaga. The climb starts by winding upwards through the outskirts of the city. Before too long, the undulating landscape is all that surrounds the this quiet road, which is in great condition. Depending on speeds and energy levels, the climb takes around one hour. There are several road-side restaurants on the way up for a quick drink if needed, and also one at the summit. Riding late afternoon is highly recommended as the views across the surrounding countryside are even more spectacular!
GuideLaura is a guide, professional cycling coach and endurance cyclist who has completed some of the coolest ultradistance gravel events (which she absolutely loved!). Laura loves guiding as she really enjoys empowering people to ride their bikes and discover new places, help their cycling adventures come true, and share unforgettable moments together.
GuideRafa is from Barcelona and has made the city of Granada his home. Alongside guiding Rafa works as a cycling coach. He rides both road and gravel and has probably climbed the Pico de Veleta more times than anyone else!
GuideFernando lives in the Montes de Málaga! He's spent a career travelling extensively and working with the UN. A Malagueñan, Fernando rides MTB and road and continues to love to travel.
Cycling though the winter months doesn't have to be unpleasant. Head south to other climates and enjoy the tranquility of off-peak riding.
A city steeped in history, home of the espeto and birthplace of Pablo Picasso, Málaga is rapidly emerging as the next best cycling destination in Spain. Málaga is teeming with cyclists of all disciplines and has a rich cycling culture that has been cultivated over many years.
The Eat Sleep Cycle Málaga Classic Climbs itinerary will have you enjoying the best of the cycling, the city and the beach, in this blog we will discuss what makes Málaga such a special destination for a cycling holiday all year around & why we've chosen Màlaga to be our base.
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.
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!
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!
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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