Mountain Bike Holidays in Spain

Why choose Spain for your mountain bike holiday? 
When it comes to mountain biking, Spain has it all – endless singletrack, remote natural trails and breathtaking mountain vistas. From technical riding to exciting journeys through the wilderness, as well as our ever-popular electric mountain bike trips that add an exhilarating twist to your two-wheeled adventures, you’ll be spoilt for choice with our mountain biking tours here. 

Top destinations for mountain biking in Spain 
For the ultimate wilderness bike tour, dive into the iconic mountain ranges of Spain in the Sierra Nevada and the Pyrenees. Alternatively, trace the footsteps of original pilgrims by bike on the Camino Primitivo in the north of Spain. 

Decide how you ride 
We offer a range of Spain cycle holidays and Italy bike tours to match different rider abilities and tastes, including electric mountain bike holidays and tours. Pick your riding grade based on your fitness level. Join a guided small group tour or choose a self-guided ride. 

Terrain 

Mountain bike holidays in Spain never fail to deliver incredible riding variety thanks to its diverse geography, shaped by millennia of geological activity. In the north, the Pyrenees stretch from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, with jagged limestone peaks, glacial valleys and alpine meadows offering steep, technical climbs and natural, enduro-style descents. The terrain here is raw and untamed, ideal for riders who love rocky lines, rooty sections, drops and long singletrack descents. Further west, our Camino Primitivo holiday taps into a different side of northern Spain, following one of the oldest pilgrimage routes across remote mountains, forested ridges and ancient pathways—perfect for riders seeking a challenging point-to-point journey steeped in history and rugged natural beauty. Further south, the Sierra Nevada and Sistema Central ranges are drier and more rugged. These regions offer a huge variety of riding featuring loose trails over shale and granite.
The Basque Country and Picos de Europa mix loamy forest trails with open mountain passes, appealing to trail riders and those who love varied textures under their tyres. Out west and into Extremadura, rolling hills and red earth paths make for flowing cross-country routes and multi-day adventures.
Spain’s geological diversity creates endless trail types to appeal to all kinds of off-road adventurers. From easy hard-pack trails to high-mountain adrenaline-fuelled descents, every ride is packed with memorable moments. 

Climate 

Spain’s climate is one of the key reasons our local guides love riding there; it’s a year-round mountain biking destination. Every day is a riding day! The Pyrenees have cooler summers than the rest of Spain, ideal for high-altitude rides, while southern regions like Andalucia offer dry, warm conditions even in winter. Coastal zones benefit from mild Mediterranean weather, keeping trails rideable almost every month. Spring and autumn bring prime riding temperatures across the country, with less dust and vibrant scenery. Rainfall varies by region, but many areas see long stretches of sunshine. This dependable climate means more trail time for everyone