Cabo de Gata Mountain Bike Route

3-day route enjoying cycling and the paradisiacal coves of this natural park.

  • Dificultad

    • Baja
    • Media
  • Distancia (km)

    125
  • Tipo

    • BTT
    • GRAVEL
  • Desnivel (m)

    1.950

If you´re looking for a truly unforgettable cycling experience, the Cabo de Gata Traverse is the route you´ve been waiting for. This journey takes you throught one of Spain´s most dramatic and unspoiled landscapes, and area shaped by ancient volcanic activity, dotted with hidden coves, turquoise waters, and panoramic coastaln fact, trails that feel almost otherworldly. Your adventure starts in the vibrant city of Almería, rolling out along its beautiful seafront promenade. From the very first kilometres, you´ll be riding just a few metres from the Mediterranean, soaking in sea views thar are impossible to ignore. In fact, the biggest danger on this route is wanting to stop at every cove you encounter. Reaching the iconic Cabo de Gata lighthouse marks you entry into the natural park. An area where volcanic cliffs, crystal-clear waters and rugged coastal paths come together to create one of the most captivating cycling settings in southern Europe. We´ve crafted two coastal stages and one inland stage, the latter taking you right into an ancient volcanic crater. Over 125 km, you´llexplore the natural park in depth, discovering its wild beauty, unique geology, and the peaceful Mediterranean atmosphere that makes this region so special. This is more than a route, it´s a premium cycling experience ideal for riders seeking adventure, breathtaking scenary, and the freedom of exploring one of Andalucía´s most remarkable natural treassures. Ready to ride Cabo de Gata? Join us and discover why this traverse has become one of our most unforgettable journeys. .

The stages of the Cabo de Gata Traverse have the following characteristics:

  • Stage 1: Almería – San José, 44 km and 430 m D+.
  • Stage 2: San José – Las Negras, 44 km and 840 m D+.
  • Stage 3: Las Negras – Agua Amarga, 37 km and 680 m D+.

During this traverse, we also want to offer you the opportunity to explore another major attraction of the park: its marine area. You can take part in any type of water activity, such as open-sea kayaking, paddle surfing, introductory scuba diving, or kitesurfing and windsurfing courses. These activities can be combined with the mountain biking stages in the most convenient way. A certain level of physical preparation is required to ensure you can complete the entire route safely.

The Cabo de Gata Traverse includes:

  • Welcome gifts.
  • GPX tracks for all stages.
  • Luggage transport (1 bag per person).
  • Technical assistance during the route.
  • Return transport to the starting point.

Optional:

  •     Accident insurance (€5/person/day).
  •    Cycling Bib Short (60€)

The price of the route is €190. *Accommodation not included.*