6-Day Costa Brava & Catalonia Coastal Bike Tour

Your Costa Brava cycling adventure begins in Girona, where a comfortable bike path leads you out of the city and onto the Vía Verde “El Carrilet” greenway. This peaceful route carries you through the small towns of Cassà de la Selva, Llagostera and Santa Cristina d’Aro, each offering a lovely chance to pause, stretch your legs and ease into the ride.

As you pedal toward the Mediterranean, the landscape opens to beautiful views of the Costa Brava. Your ride ends in the coastal town of Sant Feliu de Guíxols, where you can spend the afternoon your way — take a dip in the sea, stroll along the beach or visit the Monastery of Sant Feliu de Guíxols before gathering for dinner together tonight.
Accommodation: Eden Roc Hotel, Sant Feliu de GuixolsView More
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
 
Biking: 27 miles (43.4 kilometers)
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,039 feet (317 meters) ascent, 1,211 feet (369 meters) descent
Terrain: Easier

Today’s ride takes you along one of the most scenic stretches of the Costa Brava, following part of a panoramic stage from La Vuelta a España, Spain’s famous “Grand Tour.” Take your time and enjoy the sea views, winding roads and the satisfying feeling of riding through a landscape beloved by cyclists.
 
Your destination is Tossa de Mar, a beautiful medieval village set on a promontory above the sea. Its old fortified quarter, Vila Vella, is surrounded by 12th-century walls, complete with cylindrical towers and turrets that still watch over the coastline.
 
Wander the cobblestone streets, explore quiet alleys and ancient stone passageways, and let yourself feel transported back in time before returning to Sant Feliu de Guíxols.
Accommodation: Eden Roc Hotel, Sant Feliu de GuixolsView More
Meals: Breakfast
 
Biking: 27.5 miles (44.2 kilometers)
Elevation Gain/Loss: 3,389 feet (1,033 meters) ascent, 3,382 feet (1,031 meters) descent
Terrain: Easier

The fresh scent of the sea stays with you during the first part of today’s ride as you follow a coastline dotted with lovely little coves and sparkling Mediterranean views. With pleasant temperatures for much of the year, you'll be able to slow down and savor the moment.

Later, you turn inland, pedaling over rolling hills and through medieval towns where daily life carries on around stone streets, quiet squares and local markets. There’s time to stop along the way, sample regional products and get a closer feel for Catalonia’s rich local character.
 
Your hotel tonight is just outside Torroella de Montgrí, a pleasant town watched over by the striking Montgrí Castle. This unfinished 13th-century fortress rises from the hill above town and creates one of the area’s most memorable views. Dinner is together at the hotel this evening.
Accommodation: Hotel Moli del Mig, Torroella de MontgriView More
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
 
Biking: 38.6 miles (62.1 kilometers)
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,796 feet (547 meters) ascent, 1,775 feet (541 meters) descent
Terrain: Easier to Intermediate

Today you ride north toward Roses, a lively coastal town with deep roots. Once home to a Greek colony and later a Roman settlement, Roses still carries traces of its ancient past alongside its beaches, harbor and inviting seaside atmosphere.
 
According to some historians, Greek settlers arrived here from the island of Rhodes as early as the eighth century B.C., drawn by the calm waters of Roses’ natural harbor. Today, you can explore the remains of both the Greek and Roman towns, enjoy the beach or cool off with a swim in the Mediterranean.
 
In the afternoon, a chartered boat carries you along the coast to Cadaqués, one of the Costa Brava’s most beloved villages and your home for the next two nights.
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Gala, CadaquesView More
Meals: Breakfast

Biking: 33 miles (53.1 kilometers)
Elevation Gain/Loss: 660 feet (201 meters) ascent, 753 feet (230 meters) descent
Terrain: Easier

This morning’s loop ride takes you to Cap de Creus National Park, one of the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes on the Costa Brava. Here, the mountains meet the sea in a wild, windswept setting of rocky headlands, blue water and sweeping views.
 
After the ride, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy Cadaqués. Relax on the beach, linger over lunch, or wander the steep cobbled streets lined with whitewashed houses. This former fishing village has long inspired artists, including Salvador Dalí, Luis Buñuel, Pablo Picasso, Federico García Lorca and Marcel Duchamp, and you can still feel that creative spirit in its quiet lanes and bright seaside light.

Tonight, gather for dinner together and toast your final evening on the Costa Brava.
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Gala, CadaquesView More
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
 
Biking: 10.9 miles (17.5 kilometers)
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,397 feet (426 meters) ascent, 1,399 feet (426 meters) descent
Terrain: Easier