WHY COSTA DAURADA IS A CYCLIST’S PARADISE
With more than 2,000km of tra c-free roads and a year-round Mediterranean climate, Spain’s Costa Daurada is ripe for bike-based exploration
When you embark on a cycling tour overseas, you want your chosen setting to have just the right blend of excellent facilities for adventures on two wheels, and ample opportunity for adventures on two feet. That’s where the Costa Daurada really comes into its own as a brilliantly versatile place to ride. Read on for just some of the reasons you should make it your next cycling destination of choice.
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The Costa Daurada offers more than 2,000km of virtually traffic-free roads in perfect condition. As you cycle, you’ll be treated to stunning views of natural parks, as well as coastal and mountainous landscapes.
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The Mediterranean climate ensures mild temperatures throughout the year, and low rainfall is the perfect ally for training and cycling holidays.
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When you book your cycling trip to the Costa Daurada, you’ll be in the hands of expert agencies, who have vast experience of the area and terrain, whether you’re a professional or an amateur. You’ll also have a choice of world-class accommodation throughout, so you know you’ll have somewhere great to relax after a day in the saddle.
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There are routes to challenge and delight cyclists of all levels. From the heady climbs and thrilling descents of Ruta dels 6 ports to the serene splendour of Paisatges del Cister, you’ll feel like you’re riding the Vuelta!
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There is also plenty to broaden the mind. The city of Tarragona is home to beautiful Roman ruins, most notably the brilliantly preserved, UNESCO-listed Amfiteatre Romà and the tombs of the Necropolis. Another UNESCO World Heritage Site in the area is the Poblet Monastery, famous for its majestic architecture.
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Near Tarragona is the city of Reus, birthplace of the architect Gaudí, where you can visit a fascinating museum dedicated to his life’s work. Reus is also a great spot for some light retail therapy!
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Elsewhere, you can take a trip to the medieval village of Montblanc and walk the patrol path of 14th-century walls.
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Cycling’s not the only way to get the blood pumping on the Costa Daurada – you can trek in the nearby Muntanyes de Prades nature reserve, or enjoy some water sports using one of the coast’s many beaches as your base.
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With two Michelin-starred restaurants, the Costa Daurada also offers a wealth of unforgettable gastronomic experiences, thanks in large part to its wonderfully fresh Mediterranean ingredients.