Archives des Europe - Destinations Gravel https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/tag/europe-best-gravel-routes-and-local-adresses/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 14:02:18 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.destinations-gravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/android-chrome-512x512-1.png Archives des Europe - Destinations Gravel https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/tag/europe-best-gravel-routes-and-local-adresses/ 32 32 Northwest Ibiza Gravel Adventure : 57km +960m https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2024/01/18/northwest-ibiza-gravel-adventure-spain-route-cycling-itinerary-inspiration-winter-trip-outdoors-island-sun/ https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2024/01/18/northwest-ibiza-gravel-adventure-spain-route-cycling-itinerary-inspiration-winter-trip-outdoors-island-sun/#respond Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:07:53 +0000 https://www.destinations-gravel.com/?p=8739 A second itinerary, that will take you in the northwestern part of the island. Deeper in the trails, you will have be taken to amazing spots.

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Start/Finish

Sant Antoni de Portmany

Distance

57km

Elevation gain

+960m

Duration

4h00

Best seasons

all year

Difficulty

3/5*

Physical & technical

This gravel route will take you for a beautiful adventure in the northeast of Ibiza. You can start this ride from Sant Antoni de Portmany, but we actually started both routes from the hotel we stayed for two nights, called Hostal la Torre.  If you also start from there, the first two kilometers are a bit chaotic as we took the sea front trails instead of the road. However, even if you might walk a few times, the view is worth it!

CAP NEGRET IBIZA SEA VIEW GRAVEL RIDE
GRAVEL RIDE TRAILS IBIZA SPAIN
GRAVEL RIDE TRAILS IBIZA SPAIN SEA VIEW

At kilometer 9 you will just keep going straight to reach the road. During our ride, we turned left and went for a view point at Puig d’en Guillem. However, a little bit further there were a closed gate indicating “biological reserve” as we were stuck we decided to go through but we ended up in a type of residence (not sure it was actually a “biological reserve”😅). We then ended up stuck again at a closed gate and had to climb little walls. The route below is corrected from this little surprise 😉

Puenta de Piedra is a must see, this arch is located at the end of a gravel descent, where you might need to carry your bike has it is too technical for a gravel bike. However, I promise you, it is much worth it! Make sure to take a windbreaker as all the point of view are open to the sea and the weather can be very windy.

PUNTA DE PIEDRA IBIZA SPAIN GRAVEL RIDE ARCH
PUNTA DE PIEDRA IBIZA SPAIN GRAVEL RIDE ARCH
SEA VIEW PUNTA DE PIEDRA IBIZA SPAIN GRAVEL CYCLING ROUTE

This route is a little bit more technical at some point, I’d recommend to do it if you have more experience. The way back to Sant Antoni de Portmany is more chill with smoother paths and roads. Overall, it is another beautiful gravel route in Ibiza. Must do if you’re in the area! 🙂

GRAVEL RIDE TRAILS IBIZA SPAIN
GRAVEL RIDE TRAILS IBIZA SPAIN SEA VIEW
PUNTA DE PIEDRA IBIZA SPAIN CYCLING ROUTE GRAVEL

🎥 More videos of the ride  

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My Equipments

For this itinerary

Bike

COMMENCAL - 365 SIGNATURE pure white

 
Wheels

CORIMA - ESSENTIA 40

 
Pedals

LOOK - X-TRACK RACE CARBON TI

 
Saddle

FIZIK - VENTO ARGO R3 adaptative

 
Tires

HUTCHINSON - TOUAREG 700x40 - Tubeless ready - Hardskin

 
Shoes

FIZIK - VENTO FEROX - Lilac / White

 
Clothes

ASSOS

Bike computer

GARMIN - Edge® 840 Solar

 
Sunglasses

OAKLEY - Sutro Lite Sweep

 
Near the itinerary
Best Adresses

(*tested)

RESTAURANTS

Ibiza Ciudad

Restaurante Pizzeria Sasha*

Italian, Pizzas

Sant Antoni

Yenuina - Laboratorio de Pasta*

Italian, pastas 

ACCOMMODATIONS

Sant Antoni de Portmany

Hostal La Torre*

Hotel

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Start/Finish

Santa-Coloma de Farners

Distance

32km

Elevation gain

+960m

Duration

3h30

Best seasons

spring, summer, fall

Difficulty

3/5*

Physical & technical

Santa-Coloma de Farners is a small village not far from Girona. It’s one of the favorite training spots for mountain bikers, but it’s also an excellent playground for a gravel ride. The weather is pleasant all year round, making it an excellent alternative to discover other paths around Girona.

Santa Coloma gravel route gerone spain itinerary cycling
Santa coloma gravel ride route itinerary
Santa Coloma gravel route gerone spain itinerary cycling

You can easily park at the Parc de Sant Salvador. I’ve also seen many vans staying there to enjoy the trails for a couple of days.

Santa Coloma gravel route gerone spain itinerary cycling
Santa Coloma gravel route gerone spain itinerary cycling

This 30-kilometer route is quite physically demanding, with an elevation gain close to 1000 meters. Some sections might be technical, but overall, it’s all rideable. You’ll come across the Santa-Coloma de Farners Castle, where we took shelter during a brief storm. The weather changes very rapidly in this region; you might encounter a 30-minute thunderstorm followed by clear skies for the rest of your ride.

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Pour cet itinéraire

Bike

COMMENCAL - 365 SIGNATURE pure white

 
Wheels

CORIMA - G30.5

 
Pedals

LOOK - X-TRACK RACE CARBON TI

 
Saddle

FIZIK - VENTO ARGO R3 adaptative

 
Tires

HUTCHINSON - TOUAREG 700x40 - Tubeless ready - Hardskin

 
Shoes

FIZIK - VENTO FEROX CARBON - Lilac / White

 
Bike computer

GARMIN - Edge® 840 Solar

 
Sunglasses

OAKLEY Sutro Lite Sweep Troy Lee Designs Series 

 
 
 
 
Near the itinerary
Best Adresses

(*tested)

RESTAURANTS

Girona

Kan Ramen*

Ramen

Girona

La Comuna Café*

coffee shop, brunch

Girona

La Fabrica Girona*

coffee shop, brunch

Girona

Le Malinche

cuisine mexicaine

Girona

Espresso Mafia Coffee

coffee shop, brunch

ACCOMMODATIONS

Girona

Hôtel Palou de Bellavista*

Hôtel 

Santa Coloma de Farners

Parking de Sant Salvador*

Parking camping-cars, vans

Culinary Specialties / Local Products

  • The Xuixo, a cream-filled donut
  • The Apple from Girona
  • The Ratafia, an herbal liqueur made with local herbs.
  • The Charcuteries
  • Sweet sausage, a product with medieval origins, available for purchase raw or dried.

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