Trans Picos Challenge: Eclipse Edition

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Region
Madrid
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Advanced
D-Score™
D4 - Epic

Overview

A once in a lifetime opportunity to ride west across northern Spain and cross paths with the Eclipse in Oviedo on August 12th! Discover the Picos de Europa, an enchanting region in the north of Spain packed with iconic climbs and dramatic landscapes. Stay in unique local guestshouses and small hotels and experience the warm hospitality of the people of Asturias and Cantabria.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Welcome!

61 km 600 m

D1

Welcome!

Day 2: From Valle to Santillana del Mar

112 km 1700 m

D3

From Valle to Santillana del Mar

Day 3: Into Picos de Europa

110 km 1700 m

D3

Into Picos de Europa

Day 4: The Puerto de la Reina

122 km 2200 m

D3

The Puerto de la Reina

Day 5: Lagos de Covadonga

42 km 1200 m

D1

Lagos de Covadonga

Day 6: Oviedo

122 km 2500 m

D3

Oviedo

Day 7: El Angliru

85 km 2600 m

D3

El Angliru

Day 8: Departures from Oviedo

Departures from Oviedo

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Madrid

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