There’s no summer in Andorra without bicycles. The country’s orography, the altitude of its mountain passes and its landscapes have established the Principality as a leading cycling destination. Every summer, the roads and trails fill with cyclists seeking new challenges on two wheels to enjoy cycling in Andorra.
Read on to discover why cycling is one of the highlights of summer in Andorra.
Grandvalira e-bike trails
E-bikes are the ideal way to make mountain biking accessible to everyone, regardless of fitness level, and to enjoy high-altitude trails and scenery. This outdoor activity suits all kinds of plans, whether you’re with your family and children, on your own, or with a group of friends. The resort offers over 114 kilometres of e-bike trails spread across the areas of Canillo, Soldeu, El Tarter, Encamp and Grau Roig. Just like the ski runs, the e-bike trails are colour-coded to indicate their level of difficulty.
This year, Grandvalira is launching three new e-bike routes:
- Cabirol Loop: located in Soldeu, it’s perfect for families as it features wooden play structures along the route.
- Molleres Loop: situated in Fron de Canillo.
- Tamarro Flow Trial, a 6-kilometre circuit located in El Tarter.
As well as the e-bike routes, the resort also offers related services, such as chargers, cleaning points, hire shops and a bike school. To use the routes, you’ll need to purchase a Bike Pass.
Pal Arinsal Bike Park
If you’re a mountain biking enthusiast, this bike park will be no stranger to you.
La Massana resort offers 60 kilometres of trails, with 30 circuits covering all mountain biking disciplines, including cross-country, enduro, downhill and e-bike. The trails are suitable for all abilities and feature a vertical drop of around 1,000 metres from Pic de Cubil to La Massana.
The Pal Arinsal Bike Park also features Bike World, themed and learning areas so you can get started in the sport at any age.
Check the pass prices and opening dates to plan your cycling trip to Andorra.
Road cycling in Andorra
The country offers road cycling routes spread across the whole of Andorra, with 21 mountain passes and options for all levels. With over 20 routes to choose from, you can pick the one you like best and tackle it in one go or in stages.
Naturland Bike Centre
The adventure park in Sant Julià de Lòria offers options for all levels and styles. From technical cross-country and enduro trails for the more experienced to gentler routes to explore by e-bike and discover the surroundings at a more leisurely pace. It also features a beginners’ area where you can learn and build confidence on two wheels.
Its more than 70 kilometres of signposted circuits include around 15 routes and different areas adapted to various levels of difficulty.
Cycling competitions in Andorra this summer
Every year, Andorra’s roads and cycling centres are packed with renowned events and competitions:
- 2–5 July: Epic Andorra, the team mountain bike race.
- 9–12 July: the Mountain Bike World Cup returns.
• 19 July: the legendary Volta als Ports. - 1 and 2 August: La Purito, now in its tenth edition this year
- 26 August: the Vuelta a España holds the fourth stage of the race entirely in Andorra.
Experience cycling in Andorra with all the amenities
After a day on two wheels, it’s time to recharge your batteries and rest. In our holiday apartments, you’ll find the perfect space to unwind after a mountain bike ride or a road cycle, and the spa will be your ally in recovering from the exertion.
Their strategic location will give you easy access to some of the country’s best cycling areas. The convenience of having a fully equipped apartment will make your stay much more practical and comfortable. What’s more, you’ll have space to store your bike.
Book your apartment now and get ready to cycle.
