Trek Travel | Classic Climbs of Spain Cycling Vacations, Bike Tours, and Bicycle Trips of a Lifetime

Classic Climbs of Spain • Explorer • Spain • Europe

Pedal through the awe-inspiring Picos de Europa, home to Spain’s first national park and one of the country’s most beautiful mountain ranges, complete with spectacular limestone peaks. Explore this unspoiled treasure, known as “Green Spain” for its verdant landscapes and breathtaking vistas. Tackle ascents made famous in the Vuelta a España, including the awe-inspiring Angliru, and reward your efforts with exceptional cuisine of Asturian specialties and thirst quenching local cider. This is sure to be a Spanish bicycle tour of a lifetime.

Start & End	Santander Oviedo
Trip Length	6 Days \| 5 Nights
Activity Level	Avid
Daily Rides	Options from 50 – 60 miles
Beyond Biking	Ride Pro Race Course, Hiking
Price (USD)	$3,295 per person
	$850 single occupancy supplement

2009	Aug 2, 9

Map & Itinerary

Map of Classic Climbs of Spain trip Days 1 & 2 | Cangas de Onis

Stay at Hotel La Cepada

Cycle the beautiful Asturias region of Spain | Discover why this region is called Verde España or “Green Spain” | Soak up the spectacular vistas of the Picos de Europa | Roll past majestic limestone peaks | Dine on specialties of the Asturias including fabada | Relax in comfortable 4-star accommodations

Days 3 – 6 | Cenera
Stay at Palacio de Arriba
Ride to the site of a Vuelta a España mountaintop finish at the ski resort of Fuentes de Invierno | Ride on past Vuelta race routes and climb the same mountains as the pros | Climb the Alto de l’Angliru, one of the most challenging ascents in cycling | Taste the famous local hard cider or sidra | Admire the lush Asturias countryside from the idyllic setting of the hotel’s 18th century buildings

Accommodations

Hotel La Cepada | Cangas de Onis
The Hotel La Cepada is a 4-star hotel located in the quaint town of Cangas de Onis. With the Picos de Europa as a backdrop, this hotel serves as an excellent base for spectacular riding.

Palacio de Arriba | La Grave

This 4-star hotel is housed in a remodeled 18th century building, featuring portions from the original 16th century structure, and is listed as a place of cultural interest. Located 25 kilometers from the city of Oviedo, the hotel is well situated in the foothills of some of the best climbs in the Asturias.