Cycling in Catalonia: La Ruta del Cister

Duration
5 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate/strenuous
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

A five day, self-guided cycling holiday along La Ruta del Cister, a circular pilgrimage route linking three of Catalonia's most iconic Cistercian monasteries: Poblet, Vallbona de les Monges and Santes Creus. Starting and ending in the medieval walled town of Montblanc, just 35km from Tarragona on the coast. The trail passes through some of Catalonia’s most sacred and sublime landscapes. E-bikes are available on this tour, which is also accessible by train.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Montblanc

Arrival in Montblanc

Day 2: Montblanc - Vallbona de les Monges

40 km 750 m

D1

Montblanc - Vallbona de les Monges

Day 3: Vallbona de les Monges - Rocafort de Queralt

25 km 570 m

D1

Vallbona de les Monges - Rocafort de Queralt

Day 4: Rocafort de Queralt - Santes Creus - Montblanc

57 km 800 m

D1

Rocafort de Queralt - Santes Creus - Montblanc

Day 5: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

B&B

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Catalonia

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