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Family cycling holidays to discover Catalonia

From the volcanic area of ​​Olot to the sea, travel the Catalan countryside on a secure route. Discover Girona and its impressive cathedral before enjoying the beach on the Costa Brava.

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Ref: E0601ST
  • Catalonia
  • 6 day(s)
  • Easy
  • ~ 31 km/day
  • Itinerant
When travelling?
From March to October
Minimum age
8 y/o
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Go on an adventure in the Catalan lands of Olot in Sant Feliu de Guixols.

This stay takes you through the Catalan countryside to the Costa Brava with short and secure stages, the ideal stay for families! You are accommodated in small family hotels and a guest room on the farm for the pleasure of big and small.

 

The route offers you varied natural landscapes between volcanic zones, forests, marshes and the seaside. Discover the beautiful city of Girona with its imposing cathedral and its Jewish quarter, one of the best preserved in the world. The last part of the greenway takes you to the Mediterranean Sea where you can enjoy a well-deserved swim!

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Program

Day 01
Day 02
Les Planes d’Hostoles – Gérone
  • 35 km
Today's route is mainly downhill through the countryside. You follow the Ter, one of the most important rivers in Catalonia. You arrive in Girona where you can spend the rest of the day visiting the cathedral characterized by its impressive Gothic nave, the widest in the world, or get lost in the alleys of the old Jewish quarter, one of the best preserved in the world. We also recommend a walk along the Rambla or the medieval walls to appreciate the beautiful panoramic view of the city.  
Day 03
Les Planes d’Hostoles – Gérone
  • 35 km
Today's route is mainly downhill through the countryside. You follow the Ter, one of the most important rivers in Catalonia. You arrive in Girona where you can spend the rest of the day visiting the cathedral characterized by its impressive Gothic nave, the widest in the world, or get lost in the alleys of the old Jewish quarter, one of the best preserved in the world. We also recommend a walk along the Rambla or the medieval walls to appreciate the beautiful panoramic view of the city.  
Day 04
Gérone – Campllong
  • 18 km

You leave Girona and cross the village of Quart, renowned for its ceramics, then that of Cassà de la Selva with its beautiful modernist houses. You can spend the rest of the afternoon visiting the many farms near your accommodation.

 
Day 05
Campllong – Sant Feliu de Guíxols
  • 30 km

The last stage by bike is the easiest. The route takes you downhill to Sant Feliu de Guixols. Discover its seaport and its cultural and historical wealth, magnificently illustrated by its old Benedictine monastery from the 10th century. You can enjoy the rest of the day at the beach.

 
Day 06
Departure from Sant Feliu de Guíxols
    Enjoy the seaside a little longer before heading back. See you soon on the roads!  
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    Accommodation

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    Information

    Beginning of the trip

    As the first day is a non-biking day, you’ll arrive at your leisure, depending on your route. Please note that rooms are usually available by mid-afternoon, depending on your accommodation. Please let us know if you are arriving late.

    To get to the departure point

    By plane :Flight to Girona then shuttle to city center. Flight to Barcelona then train (“RER”) to Sants station (22 min) then regional train to Girona (38 min)
     
    By train : TGV from Paris Gare de Lyon station. Travel time is 5h45. Plan your trip on, thetrainline. 

     

    To get back to the starting point

    You take the regional train if you want to return to your starting point. Trains are without reservation. The ticket must be purchased on site (full price around €6/adult). There are several trains during the day. We can, on request, organize a transfer by private vehicle.

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    Ref: E0601ST
    • Catalonia
    • 6 day(s)
    • Easy
    • ~ 31 km/day
    • Itinerant
    When travelling?
    From March to October
    Minimum age
    8 y/o
    Related categories:

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    Family cycling holidays to discover Catalonia
    • Catalonia
    • Easy
    • ~ 31 km/day
    • Itinerant
    From
    939 €/pers.