Trans-Pyrenean Highway, the Magic of the Pyrenees

by Bikefriendly
Region
Girona
Duration
11 days
Guided Status
YES
Difficulty
Sport
D-Score™
D4 - Epic

Overview

Live the Trans-Pyrenean route by road. You'll travel over 900 kilometers of pure cycling excitement. Each day, the group rides at the pace of each cyclist, with Bikefriendly support vehicle to ensure your comfort and safety. Begin the adventure of your life: the Trans-Pyrenees by road bike. We are in Girona, one of the most bike-friendly cities in Europe and the perfect starting point for crossing the Pyrenees from sea to sea, from the Mediterranean to the Cantabrian Sea. The real pedaling begins on our Transpyrenean a perfect day for acclimate body and mind to what awaits us in the coming days: pure mountains, endless landscapes and cycling roads that invite you to enjoy. Today's journey takes us deep into the Pyrenees. We leave behind the pre-Pyrenean valleys to ascend into the high mountains, where the air becomes fresher, the landscape wilder, and the roads more solitary. The fourth stage marks a turning point in the Transpyrenean. Today we delve deep into the heart of the French pyrenees, on a day that combines the beauty of the landscape with the excitement of facing the first great colossus of the trip. The fifth day of the Transpyrenean It takes us through the region of Ariège A green, wild, and silent territory. There are no great giants here, but the constant ups and downs of the terrain It subtly and deliciously toughens the route, offering a day of pure cycling, rhythm, cadence and endless landscapes. One of the great days of this is here Trans-Pyrenees by road bike. The longest, most demanding, and also one of the most memorable stages. Ahead of us lie almost 3.000 meters of positive height difference and three ports full of history and emotion. arrive main event of the Trans-Pyrenees Bikefriendly A stage every cyclist dreams of experiencing at least once in their life. Today we cross through the heart of the French pyrenees ascending two of its most legendary passes: the Col d'Aspin and the imposing Col du Tourmalet. La Transpyrenean The journey continues through legendary terrain. Today, one of the most spectacular stages of the trip awaits us, featuring two names that encapsulate the essence of mountain biking: the Soulor pass and the Aubisque Pass. La Transpirenaica Bikefriendly Today we enter the final stretch of our journey. We leave the French Pyrenees behind to enter fully into the Basque Country and Navarra, a land of green hills, endless pastures and roads that wind through mountains full of history and character. La Transpyrenean It's nearing its end, but it still holds one of those stages that perfectly encapsulates the essence of the Pyrenees. Today we will cross natural borders between Spain and France rolling along narrow, green and winding roads, where every curve invites you to enjoy cycling in its most authentic version. We couldn't have imagined a better ending to this great adventure. Last day of the Transpirenaica Bikefriendly It takes us to the Cantabrian Sea, following the spirit and route of one of cycling's most emblematic events: the Classic of San Sebastián. Cross the Pyrenees from Girona to San Sebastian It's much more than a cycling challenge: it's a journey through the history, landscapes, and cultures that bring this unique mountain range to life. El Summer is the best time to explore the Pyrenees by road bike. During the months of June to September, the Transpirenaica Bikefriendly It takes place under an ideal climate for cycling: cool mornings, mild days and clear skies that accompany the long days of pedaling through the mountains. Tour the Pyrenees It is also a journey through the flavors and aromas that define this mountain range. Transpirenaica Bikefriendly It invites you to enjoy gastronomy as an essential part of the experience: traditional dishes, local products and that hospitality that is tasted as much as it is felt. La Transpirenaica Bikefriendly It is a journey designed for lovers of high mountain road cycling A demanding and spectacular route that combines long climbs, scenic descents and quiet roads that wind through valleys and charming villages.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Briefing and welcome dinner

Briefing and welcome dinner

Day 2: Girona – Campdevànol

95 km 1840 m

D3

Girona – Campdevànol

Day 3: Campdevànol – Llívia

81 km 2130 m

D2

Campdevànol – Llívia

Day 4: Llívia - Tarascon sur Ariège

111 km 2010 m

D3

Llívia - Tarascon sur Ariège

Day 5: Tarascon sur Ariège - Saint Girons

87 km 1960 m

D2

Tarascon sur Ariège - Saint Girons

Day 6: Saint Girons - Saint Lary Soulan

119 km 2860 m

D3

Saint Girons - Saint Lary Soulan

Day 7: Saint Lary – Lourdes

101 km 2390 m

D3

Saint Lary – Lourdes

Day 8: Lourdes - Oloron Sainte Marie

96 km 1880 m

D3

Lourdes - Oloron Sainte Marie

Day 9: Oloron – Ochagavia

95 km 2200 m

D3

Oloron – Ochagavia

Day 10: Ochagavía – Etxalar

111 km 2080 m

D3

Ochagavía – Etxalar

Day 11: Etxalar - Donostia

91 km 2080 m

D3

Etxalar - Donostia

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Girona

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