Girona on two wheels: nature, culture, and landscapes
A Mediterranean land ready to be discovered by bike in any season
Girona has emerged as one of the most attractive cycle-tourism areas in the country, amid a setting where volcanic forests, open plains, medieval-style villages, and routes designed to make the most of the landscape converge, making it possible to set off on two wheels even during the coldest days of the year. The Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees form a natural and cultural mosaic that invites tourists to explore at a gentle pace, whether on intense weekend getaways or through experiences bursting with authenticity. This local area reveals a diverse cycling network that offers a real immersion into changing landscapes and the chance to discover the calmest essence of Catalonia at every turn. One of its most outstanding routes is the Garrotxa Greenway, a route connecting Olot and Girona along former railway tracks. This trail becomes a natural corridor where forests, quiet towns, and a volcanic environment follow one after the other, enveloping the visitor in a relaxed atmosphere. Weekend getaways paired with this route allow visitors to dive into a landscape that combines tradition, nature, and a slow pace that’s ideal for getting away from it all.
This journey continues in the land of Salvador Dalí, where cycling allows you to explore various settings that shaped the artist’s work. The vineyards of the Empordà, alongside its open plains, medieval villages, and seaside corners make up an experience that blends art, landscape, and gastronomy, with unique offerings that include cultural visits and themed dinners. The Empordà offers another original itinerary for those seeking to pedal at their own pace through farmland, rural paths, and towns that have retained their intimate character. Starting and finishing in Madremanya places the cycle tourist amid a land recognized for its accessibility, suitable for discovery by electric, gravel or road bike. There, an agricultural mosaic and the nearby Mediterranean create an ideal environment for gentle getaways at any time of the year. For half-day experiences, Girona offers a range of activities that broaden the scope of cycle tourism. Wine tourism in the Empordà denomination of origin allows visitors to visit the most emblematic wineries and taste local products, while the burricleta tandem e-bike offers a unique way to explore medieval villages with a rural aesthetic that reinforces the sense of authenticity. A cycle tour of Fageda d’en Jordà adds a unique component, with its fairytale scenes and accessible routes inviting visitors to soak up this volcanic landscape. The Ecovías Network, which includes the Vías Verdes greenways and the Pirinexus circuit, rounds off a local area ready to welcome cyclists 365 days a year. As a result, Girona has established itself as a versatile cycle-tourism destination, where every route offers an authentic way to experience the relationship between nature, culture, and sport.
Location
The Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees, in Catalonia in northeastern Spain, are connected by the AP–7 and C–32 highways, as well as Girona–Costa Brava Airport. They offer rail services in Girona (AVE high-speed rail and long-distance trains), plus maritime ports in Roses, Palamós, and Sant Feliu de Guíxols.