from Cartagena
to Alacant / Alicante
E-Bike: 4h 04 / day
Bike: 5h 27 / day

Connecting two historic Mediterranean ports via an unforgettable unpaved interior, this 212km gravel tour showcases the raw, hidden geometry of southeastern Spain. The route balances crisp seaside tracks with the striking lunar badlands of Abanilla and the challenging pine-forested ridges of the Maigmó massif. It is an ideal long-weekend escape, trading crowded coastal roads for solitary farm trails, vast Monastrell vineyards, and high limestone passes.Planning a seamless bikepacking tour in Spain shouldn't mean drowning in logistics or keeping 20 tabs open. Rogonneur cuts out the complexity. A free account unlocks instant access to completely curated GPS data, handpicked bike-friendly hotels, regional culinary spots, and effortless route adjustments. Sign up today to turn your next ride into a ready-to-roll experience.
This tour includes detailed day-by-day descriptions, accommodation recommendations, points of interest, difficulty ratings, and expert tips for completing this amazing cycling adventure...
212 km
Hard
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3 days
66 km376 m
81 km1,217 m
65 km746 m
Travel to start
You have several good options for arrival: Train Station by train or Paseo Alfonso XII - ARQVA by coach. Choose the one that fits your origin and bike setup best.
Major rail hub
Train Station, 1 km
Coach / bus hub
Paseo Alfonso XII - ARQVA, 0 km
Travel from finish
You have several good options for leaving the tour: Porta del Mar by train or Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández by flight or Explanada De España by coach or Alicante-Isla de Tabarca by ferry. Choose the one that works best for your next destination and bike setup.
Major rail hub
Porta del Mar, 1 km
Airport
Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández, 8 km
Coach / bus hub
Explanada De España, 0 km
Ferry terminal
Alicante-Isla de Tabarca, 0 km