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Cycling from Barcelona to Málaga: A Bikepacking Route through Spain’s Mediterranean Coast and Andalusia

from Barcelona

to Málaga

E-Bike: 5h 51 / day

Bike: 7h 47 / day

1,167 kmDistance
10,244 mElevation
11 DaysDuration
Difficulty
11Stages
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Barcelona - Cambrils
Cambrils - Alcalà de Xivert
Alcalà de Xivert - Comarca de València
Comarca de València - Cofrentes
Cofrentes - Yecla

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Description

From Barcelona to Málaga: this multi-day cycling route follows Spain’s Mediterranean coast before turning deep into the wild inland landscapes of Andalusia. The journey links seaside towns, lagoons, vineyards, dry plateaus, natural parks and historic cities such as Valencia, Murcia and Granada. Highlights include the rocky Garraf coast, the Ebro Delta, Cabo de Gata, the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and the final descent back to the sea. A varied bikepacking route for riders who want to discover Spain by bike — sunny, challenging and packed with standout scenery. Create a free Rogonneur account and save the full route for your next cycling adventure.

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Route

Start Point
Barcelona
End Point
Málaga
Country
Spain
Regions
Andalusia, Barcelona, Castile-La Mancha, Catalonia, Murcia, Tarragona, Valencian Community

At a glance

Distance

1,167 km

Difficulty

Hard

Road type

—

Duration

11 days

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Barcelona - Cambrils

    116 km664 m

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