MOUNTAIN BIKING NEAR MADRID

Explore Spain’s Sierra de Guadarrama mountains on a guided weekend of mountain biking. You’ll ride endless singletrack through forests, along scenic ridgelines and stop in at the beautiful historic cities of Segovia and El Escorial on the way.

WEEKEND PACKAGE

The beautiful Sierra de Guadarrama mountains in Central Spain were recently designated a National Park. The area is one of Spain’s most important biological preserves, providing a home for deer, boar, wolves, eagles and vultures. The mountains are beautiful, with granitic peaks rising 1000m above the surrounding plains.

The nearby city of Segovia hosts some of some of Spain’s most important monuments like the stunning 11th Century fortress or the 1st Century Roman aqueduct.

El Escorial is a famous monastery from the 16th Century. From the mountains you can look down on the monastery and see within its massive walls.

Arrival, transfer to Cercedilla

Your host will meet you at the airport in Madrid and drive you to the rural town of Cercedilla. There you’ll check into your accommodation and enjoy a traditional Spanish “picoteo” light dinner. Your guides will brief you on the weekend plan before bed.

1 hour driving

Cercedilla to Segovia

After breakfast you’ll start pedaling straight from your guesthouse and into the hills. Climb a gravel road through some of the Sierra de Guadarrama’s best-preserved forests to Fuenfria Pass (1793m). Take in the views, then cut loose on a network of singletrack that feels truly backcountry.

You’ll arrive in Segovia in time for a bocadillo or tapas lunch, then explore the picturesque town by bike in the afternoon. Ride back to Cercedilla by train.

40km of riding

El Escorial vistas, return to Madrid

Fuel up with breakfast, then drive to the start of the day’s ride. You’ll ride the singletrack around El Escorial, enjoying challenging trails, beautiful vistas, and an aerial view of the famous 16th Century monastery along the way.

Return to Cercedilla in the afternoon for cold beers and a light lunch, then take your transfer back to the airport in the afternoon.

25km of riding

You will stay at a rural guesthouse in Cercedilla. The guesthouse features double rooms, living room, a pool (in summer), a restaurant, a garden and great vistas.

This trip is perfect for experienced mountain bikers seeking an adventurous weekend getaway in the wilds of Central Spain.

The riding is suitable for mountain bike riders with a moderate to advanced skill level and moderate fitness level.

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 starting at €60 per day
  • Dinner on the second night
  • Travel insurance that covers mountain biking
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for your guides (optional)

March 27-29, 2020

October 02-04, 2020

November 13-15, 2020

Not the days you are looking for? Ask for a custom trip filling the contact form, we are open!

You will be picked up at Madrid-Barajas airport. Your transfer will meet all flights scheduled to land by 19:30 or earlier. Your host will be in touch before the trip to finalize details.
You will be dropped off at Madrid-Barajas airport. You are free to book any flight after 20:00. Your host will be in touch before the trip to finalize details.
Madrid-Barajas is served by frequent, inexpensive flights, including well-timed direct flights from any European Capital. You can get any flights that suit you, but make sure they fit the times above to take advantage of the included transfers. We will contact you before you leave to check your arrival and departure plans.
Sure can come alone! A lot of people do, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

This trip will run with a minimum of 4 people, and a maximum of 6. Please note, if there are not 4 people booked the trip may be rearranged or cancelled.

The Sierra de Guadarrama region serves typical Spanish food. Meals center around pork products, but seafood dishes and vegetarian dishes are also available. The welcome dinner consists of assorted Spanish cheeses, chorizo, ham and pork.

Can my dietary needs be accommodated?

Absolutely! Just let us know at booking.

In spring and fall the weather is very pleasant in the Sierra de Guadarrama. Temperatures range from 10 to 20 °C, and it rains an average of 8 days each month.

In the summer conditions are warmer and drier. Temperatures range from 15 to 30 °C, and it only rains an average of 4 days each month. Up in the mountains, temperatures are around 20 °C.

Pack your usual mountain biking equipment, as well as knee and elbow pads (the trails are rough), a light rain jacket, and a spare tube and other quick-fix repair items. You can borrow a helmet from your host if needed.

Book a weekend in Madrid or ask for more info

9 + 6 =

WEEK PACKAGE

The beautiful Sierra de Guadarrama mountains in Central Spain were recently designated a National Park. The area is one of Spain’s most important biological preserves, providing a home for deer, boar, wolvess, eagles and vultures. The mountains are beautiful, with granitic peaks rising 1000m above the surrounding plains.

The nearby cities of Segovia, El Escorial and Granja de San Ildefonso host some of Spain’s top monuments like a 11th Century fortress, a 1st Century Roman aqueduct or a monastery from the 16th century.

Arrival, transfer to Cercedilla

Your host will meet you at the airport in Madrid and drive you to the rural town of Cercedilla. There you’ll check into your accommodation and enjoy a traditional Spanish “picoteo” light dinner. Your guides will brief you on the weekend plan before bed.

1 hour driving

On our weekend package the program is more “fixed” as the rides we propose are some of the must do because of their scenic spirit. Howewer as we have ridden on this mountains for so long without repeating trails we want to be sure to take you riding on trails and tours that match your level and expectations. That’s why taking in count that and the best option for the weather and season we’ll propose the best option daily.

You will stay at a rural guesthouse in Cercedilla. The guesthouse features double rooms with bathroom, a restaurant, a garden with pool (only in summer) and great vistas.

This trip is perfect for experienced mountain bikers seeking an adventurous weekend getaway in the wilds of Central Spain.

The riding is suitable for mountain bike riders with a moderate to advanced skill level and moderate fitness level.

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 starting at €60 per day
  • Travel insurance that covers mountain biking
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for your guides (optional)
  • April 11-18, 2020
  • June 27 July 04, 2020

Not the days you are looking for? Ask for a custom trip filling the contact form, we are open!

You will be picked up at Madrid-Barajas airport. Your transfer will meet all flights scheduled to land by 19:30 or earlier. Your host will be in touch before the trip to finalize details.
You will be dropped off at Madrid-Barajas airport. You are free to book any flight after 20:00. Your host will be in touch before the trip to finalize details.
Madrid-Barajas is served by frequent, inexpensive flights, including well-timed direct flights from any European Capital. You can get any flights that suit you, but make sure they fit the times above to take advantage of the included transfers. We will contact you before you leave to check your arrival and departure plans.
Sure can come alone! A lot of people do, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

This trip will run with a minimum of 4 people, and a maximum of 6. Please note, if there are not 4 people booked the trip may be rearranged or cancelled.

The Sierra de Guadarrama region serves typical Spanish food. Meals center around pork products, but seafood dishes and vegetarian dishes are also available. The welcome dinner consists of assorted Spanish cheeses, chorizo, ham and pork.

Can my dietary needs be accommodated?

Absolutely! Just let us know at booking.

In spring and fall the weather is very pleasant in the Sierra de Guadarrama. Temperatures range from 10 to 20 °C, and it rains an average of 8 days each month.

In the summer conditions are warmer and drier. Temperatures range from 15 to 30 °C, and it only rains an average of 4 days each month. Up in the mountains, temperatures are around 20 °C.

Pack your usual mountain biking equipment, as well as knee and elbow pads (the trails are rough), a light rain jacket, and a spare tube and other quick-fix repair items. You can borrow a helmet from your host if needed.

Book a week in Madrid or ask for more info

1 + 1 =

Cercedilla

Madrid

Valsaín

Valle del Lozoya

La Barranca

El Espinar

La Jarosa

Abantos

Segovia

Punto de Encuentro

CUSTOMIZE YOUR DATES IN MADRID

9 + 15 =

DAILY TOUR

¿COMING TO MADRID FOR WORK OR HOLIDAYS? GET AWAY ONE DAY TO THE MOUNTAINS. MEET US AT VILLALBA TRAIN STATION. ONE HOUR FROM DOWNTOWN MADRID FOR LESS THAN 7€ ROUNDTRIP AND WE’LL TAKE YOU TO RIDE. WE CAN PROVIDE YOU GEAR AND IF YOU NEED A BIKE WE CAN RENT YOU A NICE ONE. TOUR CAN BE ADAPTED TO ALL LEVELS AND FUN IS GUARANTEED.

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