7 Night - Catalonia, Coast & Countryside - Self-Guided

Departures every Saturday from April to October

A visit to the interior and along the coast of the region of l'Empordà. This permits a combination of bike and beach holiday with beautiful beaches. The route starts and ends in a fantastic hotel situated close to the historic nucleus of Torroella de Montgrí. It combines a rocky coastline, a gentle countryside and a rural atmosphere. Visit the important Greek-Roman ruins of Empúries and the natural park of 'Aiguamolls d'Empordà'. In the countryside we visit an area with rolling relief and picturesque medieval villages You will visit the most important spots of the area like La Bisbal d'Empordà, the region's capital with its beautiful castle and also the medieval historic monumental village of Peratallada. You return to the coast to the picturesque village of Calella de Palafrugell, still retaining its original charm with typical houses by the sea. At the end of the route you return to Torroella de Montgrí through the magnificent area known as 'Empordanet', visiting the fantastic medieval historic monumental village of Pals. A fine tour with enchanting accommodation and excellent gastronomy. Ideal for gentler cyclists and families.


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Trip Code - LS7CAT2

Night One Torroella de Montgrí
Night Two Torroella de Montgrí
Night Three Sant Pere Pescador
Night Four Sant Pere Pescador
Night Five Madremanya
Night Six Calella de Palafrugell
Night Seven Torroella de Montgrí




Day 1 Arrival in Torroella de Montgrí

Arrival at hotel. Orientation meeting, bike fitting (in case of bike hire), route documentation. Lodging in our charming hotel which is situated in one of the most typical countrysides of l'Empordà area.


Day 2 Torroella de Montgrí - Torroella de Montgrí

Take the opportunity to rest by the pool, or stroll to the beach. A good loop ride is also available to follow the Daro River and visit some small but very charming medieval villages such as Rupia, Foixa and Púbol. In Púbol you can visit the Gala Dalí Castle and discover the surrealist world of the prominent Catalan artist Salvador Dalí. You also visit the ruins of the Iberian village near Ullastret, where you can enjoy the wonderful panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.
40 km - 25 miles



Day 3 Torroella de Montgrí - Sant Pere Pescador

Cycle down to the seaside to enjoy the marvellous countryside of the mouth of the River Ter. Then ride around the Montgrí massif, passing the medieval village of Bellcaire d'Empordà. Then return to the seaside at l'Escala, a lovely fishing village famous for its anchovies. Visit the historical medieval complex of St. Martí d'Empúries and the famous Ruins of Empúries, along a lovely pedestrian and cycle path along the beach.
45 km - 28 miles


Day 4 Sant Pere Pescador - Sant Pere Pescador


Today you visit the Natural Park of l'Empordà wetlands, a protected area of great ornithological importance. The second part of the itinerary goes through Castelló d'Empúries an important medieval village. Optional visit to the area of the winery and olive oil making, at the foot of the Alberes mountains.
52 km - 32 miles


Day 5 Sant Pere Pescador - Madremanya

This route takes you from the Alt Empordà region to the region of Baix Empordà. It goes through the most interior part of the region and the hilly areas on the western borders of the alluvial plain. We can visit typical rural villages, such as Sant Miquel de Fluvià, with its Romanesque monastery and magnificent tower and then Sant Mori and its castle. You pass Verges, a medieval village with the remains of its ancient walls, and Foixà, where we can see a magnificent panorama of the plain of the Baix Empordà. After passing the medieval villages of La Pera and Púbol you reach Monells or Madremanya, depending on the location of tonight's accommodation.
44 km - 27 miles


Day 6 Madremanya - Calella de Palafrugell

The route takes us from Monells or Madremanya down to the coast again. It goes through a large number of medieval settlements: Cruilles, Peratallada, Ullastret... You can also visit La Bisbal d'Empordà, the region's capital, with its medieval castle and its pottery museum. Lodging in the old fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell, which still retains its original charm, in one hotel located on the top of a hill, with a magnificent view over the settlement of Calella.
47 km - 29 miles


Day 7 Calella de Palafrugell - Torroella de Montgrí

Calella de Palafrugell - Torroella de Montgrí
Teturn to Torroella de Montgrí through the Èmpornadet area, with a great variety of beautiful landscapes and culture. Visit the magnificent medieval historical and monumental village of Pals. Today the route runs through the interesting area of the Pals rice fields.

Optional: Extra night at the end and/or transfer to Flaça train station.
37 km - 23 miles


Day 8 Torroella de Montgrí - Depart

End of IberoCycle services.

Trip Details 2012
Tour Dates Begins any Saturday from April to October

Prices

1 person in double share
April - 741 € (except 1 - 8)
May / June / September / October - 813 €
July / August - 950 €
1 person in single room
April - 991 € (except 1 - 8)
May / June / September / October - 1133 €
July / August - 1280 €
Bike hire - 88 €
Half-board supplement 5 days - 140 € per person / 7 days 175 € per person


Included Accommodation in double, twin or single room with en-suite bathroom (see price list for prices and single supplement)
Continental style breakfast
Information Pack with Route Guide and maps
Luggage transport between hotels

Not Included

Lunch & dinner

Transport to and from arrival / departure points
Bicycle hire (see price list)
Holiday extension


Terrain / Gradients Fairly easy cycling. Gently hills from time to time. Easy to Intermediate.

Arrival points Girona or Barcelona

Transfers Girona Airport is only a short taxi ride from the city, so transfers are not included on this tour.

Holiday extensions Possibility of spending extra days in Barcelona or Costa Brava.


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