The Spanish Utah is in western Aragón close to Zaragoza. It’s a desert area formed by cast and clay from the tertiary age. It has geological formations eroded by thousands of years and it’s usually sunny with cool/warm weather.
Western Highlands of Soria are a very uninhabited area, trails are only known by locals and us (of course). After riding many spots in Spain we were invited to ride by the hostel owner and immediately we knew it was a top mountain biking destination. With trails meandering by alpine hillsides you’ll struggle to keep focused on the trail and not being distracted by the breathtaking vistas.
10-12 June, 2022
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The Spanish Utah
We’ll pick you up at the airport (before 10am) or hotel and drive to the Spanish Utah where we’ll have a light lunch (not included) then ride for about 3 to 4 hours. Gravel road and canyon creek climb to reach our first descend by red dirt to “Mars”. Then push the bike shortly to reach the second climb by gravel road and hike-a-bike for 10 minutes to summit a plateau from where we’ll enjoy the vistas. Short steep descent for more vistas. Down by a creek to link the final thrilling flow descent.
Drive to Soria to check in at our hostel, have dinner and brief the weekend. Driving from Madrid the Spanish Utah 2h. Driving from Spanish Utah to Igea 1,5h.
Big day Mountain Biking
We’ll take the shuttle after breakfast to save all energy possible for the descents, that doesn’t mean we’ll be not climbing at all, the feeling of backcountry is fed by the lack of roads. After a big morning we’ll have a picnic lunch to be as close to the trails as possible.
Well keep riding on the afternoon to meke space for a big barbecue for dinner.
Let’s go down!
Previous days might have left us tired. So we planned two uplifts for sunday morning to ride a couple of amazing descents through a breathtaking hillside with fantastic vistas to the sierras. We’ll ride two alpine exposed trails starting from a stone village nested on top of a mountain.
After the last descents we’ll go back to our accommodation for lunch and pack to drive back to Madrid for 3 hours.
You will stay at a rural hostel in Fuentes de Magaña (Soria). The hostel features rooms with comfortable new bunk beds, shared bathroom facilities, hot showers and a restaurant. Double rooms upgrades are available. The hotel is fully renewed.
Note: This itinerary and the duration of the activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecasts, special events, etc.
- Flights
- Accommodation before and after the tour
- Mountain bike and associated gear – can be arranged by your host €60 per day
- Lunch on the first day and beverages off the meals
- Travel insurance that covers mountain biking
- Personal expenses
- Tips for your guides (optional)
On Sunday you will be dropped off at Madrid-Barajas airport or hotel. You are free to book any flight after 20:00. We’ll be in touch before the trip to finalize details.
Sure can come on your own! A lot of people do, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.
Can my dietary needs be accommodated? Absolutely! Just let us know at booking.
YOUR TRIP INCLUDES
- + Two nights fully catered accommodation in a rural hostel.
- + Three days guided mountain bike riding.
- + Airport transfers to and from Madrid
- + All transfers during the weekend.