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Cycling in Spain

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Spain's cycling network includes 27 routes totaling 1378 km with a median route length of 44 km. The majority of climbs are found in Mallorca, Catalonia, and the Canary Islands, with Mallorca hosting 8 routes covering 6149 m of total climbing and Catalonia 6 routes with 2891 m. The Canary Islands feature one route but with significant climbs totaling 3635 m.

Distinctive climbs include Oasis del Sur (29 km, 2176 m gain), La Zapatera (35 km, 1958 m gain), and Granada (24 km, 1781 m gain). Other notable climbs on these routes are El Gamonal, Esterri d'Àneu, Montaña Picón del Pelado, Porra de Enol, and Puig Major. Routes range from 4 to 150 km and feature an average surface composition of 90% paved and 8% unpaved. Road infrastructure includes 433.2 km of main roads without cycle lanes and 89.3 km of cycle paths. Roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or more total 125.1 km.

Key destinations for cycling routes include Port de Pollença with 4 routes, and Alcudia with 3. Other destinations such as Barcelona, Blanes, and L'Escala each offer a single route. Recorded cycling activity is noted mainly in May, July, and September, reflecting moderate climates suitable for riding during these months.

Best time to ride: April to July and September to November

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Canary Islands

1 ride150 km3,635 m of climbing

The riding in the Canary Islands is mountainous with steep gradients and significant total climbing of 3635 m over 150 km. The route is predominantly on main roads (79%) with some minor roads, paths, and tracks. Surfaces are mostly paved (91%), with some unpaved sections (8%). About 43 km have gradients above 5%, with 4.2 km above 8% and 1.3 km above 10%. The steepest 500 m section reaches 13.8% gradient. Typical routes are long, around 150 km on a demanding loop.

Catalonia

6 rides436 km2,891 m of climbing

The riding features mixed terrain with mostly flat to rolling sections, and a moderate amount of climbing, peaking at 687 m over 87 km. Routes typically range from 43 km to 94 km, with an average around 87 km. The road mix is diverse, with 34% main roads and 26% minor roads, along with 38 km of cycle paths. Surfaces are predominantly paved but include some unpaved and gravel sections. The steepest gradient reaches 11% over 500 m, with an average of 16% climbing per route.

Mallorca

5 rides404 km3,609 m of climbing

Terrain is varied with 26% climbing and average gradients steep enough for challenging climbs, but a majority of the riding (52%) is flat. Routes are mostly medium length, averaging 68 km, but can extend to 131 km. Roughly 44% of roads are minor roads and 34% main roads, with a small share of cycle paths and quiet streets. Surfaces are predominantly paved. Major climbs include those on the Around Alcudia 97 km route with 1517 m ascent and the Port de Pollença – Sóller – Fornalutx Mountain route with 1408 m.

Elsewhere

12 rides228 km13,796 m of climbing

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