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Baix Empordà cycling trip
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Level :
e-bike :
Duration :
8 days
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period:
Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep
Code:
ESSB080
Baix Empordà cycling trip
Baix Empordà cycling trip
Easy cycling routes in Catalonia
- Easy cycling through enchanting Catalonia
- Medieval villages with an authenticity all their own
- Inland and coastal routes, surprising landscapes
- Comfortable rural hotels in picturesque villages
- A superb selection of restaurants for dining out
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ROUTE
Start: Corçà Finish: Sant Pere Pescador
Day 1: Arrival in Corçà
Day 2: Loop from Corçà (17 - 31 km / 10,5 - 19,5 mi)
Day 3: From Corçà to Peratallada (26,6 km / 16 mi)
Day 4: The Ter River delta (31 km / 19,5 mi)
Day 5: Out to the Costa Brava (39 km / 24 mi)
Day 6: From Peratallada to Sant Pere Pescador (38 km / 23,5 mi)
Day 7: To Figueres and Aiguamolls Natural Park (45.5 - 53 km / 28,5 - 33 mi)
Day 8: End of arrangement
Day 1: Arrival in Corçà
Travel to Catalonia and take the train into the Ampurdan. A taxi transfer is included from Flaça station to your first hotel in Corçà, remember to infrom about your arrival time.
Day 2: Loop from Corçà (17 - 31 km / 10,5 - 19,5 mi)
Dive into the ambience of the Baix Empordà, or Lower Ampurdan, cycling picturesque scenes of tiny plots, vegetable gardens and Mediterranean woodlands. Stretch your legs on a stroll through medieval villages like Madremanya and Corçà. Add an intriguing optional visit to Púbol and the castle-museum, which the surrealist painter Salvador Dalí dedicated to his wife Gala.
Challenge: 17 - 31 km / 10,5 - 19,5 mi, 200 / 300 m ascent and descent.
Day 3: From Corçà to Peratallada (26,6 km / 16 mi)
Set off on a short climb through wooded terrain then zoom along on the flat! You’ll be tempted to believe you’re in Tuscany, what with the curious hilltop hamlets and rows of cypresses. These elegant trees were introduced as windbreaks by the Iberians who farmed this vast fertile region long ago. This evening, meet a marvellous dilemma in Peratallada as you select a restaurant for dinner.
Challenge: 24 km / 15 mi, 150 m ascent, 175 m descent.
Day 4: The Ter River delta (31 km / 19,5 mi)
Ride placidly along between sandy Costa Brava coves and delta rice fields, passing the occasional windmill along the way! Or, if you prefer to take the day off from cycling, Peratallada is a perfect spot to rest and relax.
Challenge: 31 km / 19,5 mi, 150 m ascent and descent.
Day 5: Out to the Costa Brava (39 km / 24 mi)
Quiet country lanes meander to the charming chief town of Pals then wind along the coast to Palafrugell, Llafranca and the perfect-perfect fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell. Take a lunch break at an excellent beach restaurant, roam the botanical garden in Cap Roig or venture further south into the Valley of Aubi. All told, it’s a day to fill the senses!
Challenge: 39 km / 24 mi, 150 m ascent and descent.
Day 6: From Peratallada to Sant Pere Pescador (38 km / 23,5 mi)
Glide northward into the region of Alt Empordà, the Upper Ampurdan, through open rural landscapes, mixed forests and immense orchards. Stop to gawk at Greek and Roman ruins at the Empuries archaeological site then park your bike for a bit and explore a labyrinth of medieval lanes in Torroella de Montgrí.
Challenge: 38 km / 23,5 mi, 200 m ascent, 220 m descent.
Day 7: To Figueres and Aiguamolls Natural Park (45.5 - 53 km / 28,5 - 33 mi)
Now it’s on to Figueres, a village whose very name is synonymous with that of Salvador Dalí. Study the work of this peculiar artistic genius at his own museum, wander down the Rambla with locals and marvel at the Augustine monastery just outside town. Let the Muga River lead the way to medieval Castello d'Empuries and pause to reflect in the refreshing green wetlands of Aiguamolls de l'Emporda Natural Park.
If you do not want to visit Figueres, we recommend taking a shortcut to avoid traffic and shorten the route 7.5 km
Challenge: 45.5 - 53 km / 28,5 - 33 mi, 125 m ascent and descent.
Day 8: End of arrangement
Your cycling trip comes to an end today and a taxi transfer is included to the train station in Figueres. Optional private airport transfers can be booked on request.
STANDARD HOTELS
The hotels on this trip have been carefully selected for their location, atmosphere and/or unique services. All rooms are en-suite. Some of the hotels we work with appear here. If a certain hotel is unable to confirm due to lack of availability, we will request a similar one and inform you about the alternative booked.
2 of the standard hotels the hotels of this trip do not have twin rooms. Please notice this that when choosing a twin room
Extra nights can be booked at any of the accommodations along the way.
Casa Matilda (Corçà (Girona))
The Medieval town of Corçà, is found in-between Gerona and the Costa Brava. Casa Matilda offers you bedrooms equipped with private bathrooms, each one of them with their own personality, balcony, terrace and background, that seduce you to relax from the noisy city.
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Hotel El Cau del Papibou (Peratallada)
Charming hotel, completely renovated, located in a 12th century building. The decoration is quite unique, with modern and customised rooms that offer all the amenities a guest may want.
Hotel El Molí (Sant Pere Pescador)
Family run hotel, situated in an area of land of 20.000 square meters. It is situated on the outskirts of the village only a few meters from the Fluvià river and the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà wetlands. It is close to a very long beach with sun and dunes.The hotel has its own parking, swimming pool, children’s playground, a large solarium and a terrace.
PRACTICAL INFO
NOTE: There is a similar trip available with lodging in friendly rural guesthouses, especially indicated for families with (small) children. Please look at our family trips in Spain.
You can start on any day of the week, subject to availability, between March 1st and October 25th.
The best airports of arrival are Girona (GRO) and Barcelona (BCN), which are served by several low cost carriers.
Arrival in Corçà: From the airports of Girona (GRO) and Barcelona (BCN) you can continue by train to the village of Flaça, only 15km away from first accommodation.
Departure from Sant Pere Pescador: At the end of your trip, you can take the train back to Girona or Barcelona from Figueras.
Transfers from Flaça train station to your first accommodation and from the last accommodation to Figueras train station are incluced in the trip price.
Optional transfers: A private taxi transfer can be booked from Girona to either Girona airport or Barcelona airport. Rates will depend on the number of passengers, your arrival time and the day of the week. Prices on request
(*) In Spain bicycles can only be transported on regional trains.
HYBRID BIKES
NOTE: Bicycle rental includes helmet, repair kit, padlock, pump, front and rear luggage rack.
Scott Atacama Sport X60 (Men/ Lady)
This bike is designed to enjoy excursions in comfort. The frame provides a lot of comfort and strength.
- Bike Type: Hybrid
- Frame: Aluminium
- Speed: Shimano 24 speed
- Fork: Suntour suspension
- Brakes: V-Brakes
- Wheels: 28"
- Sizes: Women (S,M,L) / Men (S,M,L,XL)
Scott Sporster comfort 20 (Men)
This bike is designed for men and is perfect for different types of excursions. The rigid alloy frame and fork provide a good level of control and comfort.
- Bike Type: Hybrid
- Frame: Aluminium
- Speed: 21 Shimano Speed
- Fork: Rigid aluminium fork
- Brakes: V-Brakes
- Wheels: 28"
- Sizes: M,L,S
Scott Sporster Comfort 20 (Lady)
This bike is designed for women and is perfect for different types of excursions. The rigid alloy frame and fork provide a good level of control and comfort.
- Bike Type: Hybrid
- Frame: Aluminium frame
- Speed: Shimano 21 speed
- Fork:Rigid aluminium fork
- Brakes: V-Brakes
- Wheels: 28"
- Sizes: Lady (S,M,L)
Scott Sub Sport (Lady)
This bike is designed for women to enjoy excursions in comfort. The frame provides a lot of space, comfort and strength.
- Bike Type: Hybrid
- Frame: Aluminium frame
- Speed: Shimano 24 speed
- Fork: Suntour suspension fork
- Brakes: V-Brakes.
- Wheels: 28” Wheels
- Sizes: Lady (M,S)
Tandem Univega/Raleig
- Bike Type: Tandem
- Frame: Aluminium
- Wheels: 26"
- Sizes: One size
Kids bikes and trailers are available. Please check with us.
ELECTRIC BIKES
E-BIKE GIANT Prime E+ 3Disc LDS
This unisex electric bike is the classic trekking style and is perfect for leisurely rides. The bike has got many features including an efficient electric motor centrally mounted to maintain a low centre of gravity, ideal for stability and control.
- Motor: YAMAHA SyncDrive 60Nm compact motor
- Fork: Monoshock OD2 suspension fork
- Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes
- Speeds: Shimano 9 speed
- Wheels: 28”
- Battery: 120 km 300Wh battery drive.
- Sizes: XS,S
E-BIKE Scott E-SUB Comfort Unisex
This unisex electric bike is the classic trekking style and is perfect for leisurely rides. The bike has got many features including an efficient electric motor centrally mounted to maintain a low centre of gravity, ideal for stability and control.
- Motor: Shimano STEPS motor
- Fork: SR Suntour NEX HLO suspension fork
- Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes
- Speeds: Shimano Alivio 9 speed
- Wheels: 28”
- Battery: 120 km 400Wh battery drive.
- Size: S
E-BIKE Scott E-SUB Active Unisex
This unisex electric bike is the classic trekking style and is perfect for leisurely rides. The bike has got many features including an efficient electric motor centrally mounted to maintain a low centre of gravity, ideal for stability and control.
- Motor: Bosch E.DRIVE motor
- Fork: SR Suntour NEX HLO suspension fork with lockout.
- Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes
- Speeds: Shimano Deore 10 speed
- Wheels: 28”
- Battery: 400Wh battery drive. With 140 km autonomy
GPS tracks are available on request.
INCLUDED
Included
- 7 nights' accommodation with breakfast
- Luggage transport according to programme
- Transfer day 1 from Flaçà train station to the first accommodation
- Transfer day 8 from last accommodation in Sant Pere Pescador to Figueres train station
- Digital detailed route notes and maps in English
- Access to the trip on GUIBO
- 24-hour telephone assistance
Not Included
- Lunchs and dinners
- Personal expenses such as drinks, phone calls, additional transfers, etc.
- Bike rental
- Tourist tax
Extras
- Single Room Supplement(s)
- Solo Traveller Supplement
- Transfers to and from Barcelona airport or Girona airport by taxi
- Last day transfer from San Pere Pescador to Corçá
- Extra nights at any of the standard accommodations along the route or at city hotels in Girona or Barcelona
- Bicycle rental
- Shipment of printed documents to the first accommodation
REVIEWS
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21-06-2022
We had the best holiday. I was a little apprehensive beforehand as am not a cyclist (unlike my husband) but an e-bike is the way to go. We loved everything about the holiday. The accommodation in each location was excellent and we had a warm welcome from each of the hosts. The routes were beautiful and varied and we had rides through exquisitely beautiful fields of sunflowers, medieval villages, coastal paths and rice fields. Everything was organised perfectly by S-Cape travel with the exception of a close encounter with a wild boar and a fall off the bike, but it was all part of the adventure. If you are contemplating a trip, go for it. You only live once.
Kerry
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