Fresh & Saltwater Tour

Day 2: Bathe in river pools!

An action e-MTB ride crossing mountains and rivers lies ahead of your today! Pure fun on your e-bikes! Smiles are guaranteed this morning! After passing through the valley, the path leads you immediately into the mountains and far away from the rest of the tourists and into this peaceful environment! You will stop for a picnic and a swim at this memorable river pool. Do you dare to dive straight into the refreshing mountain water? This pool is formed from snowmelt and is the perfect place to cool down! After climbing up another pass, a challenging downhill track will guide you down to the River Muga. You will spend the night at the stone village of Sant Llorenç de la Muga.

Km: 35 km approx.
Ascent: 1200 m approx.

Day 3: Around the lake

Today’s track goes around Boadella Lake which offers not only a freshwater swimming, but also the possibility to rent a boat and row across to the other side of the lake. You will have lunch on the shores of the lake and after a nice rest, enjoyable and winding pathways will lead you to the next family-run accommodation! Today is day to enjoy the natural setting and relax.

Km: 15 km approx.
Ascent: 500 m approx.

Day 4: Vamos a la playa!

On a fun track you will pedal down towards the sea, following natural paths carved into the landscape alongside the River Muga. On a few occasions, you will be able to take a dip into the ice-cold water when you need to cool down! Nature fans can spot grey herons and cormorants in the river searching for fish. The River Muga is life-giving, providing refuge to waterfowl and bringing much-needed fresh water to the fields and villages in this region. It is the lifeblood of this area and has shaped the landscape here! On your way, you will find several quaint little villages to stop off for ice-cream and refreshments. At the end of the day, the sandy beaches of within the Bay of Roses are waiting for you!

Km: 45 km approx.
Ascent: 300 m approx.

Day 5: Pirates bay

Today you can feel like pirates as you catch a boat with all your family and belongings and sail into Cap de Creus. While you sail over the sea you will feel the salty air on your cheeks! During the journey you can admire the chiselled cliffs and fine sandy beaches below them. Suddenly the boat enters into a hidden bay and your accommodation for the night appears in front of you! It is a glorious spot and the perfect place to spend some nights! By e-bike and on foot you will uncover the historic stories of the legendary pirates and buccaneers that once ruled this area! This afternoon you will hike up to the old defence systems of Cap Norfeu and enjoy spectacular views as far as the eye can see to the Bay of Roses and the Meda islands. When the sun goes down, you will listen to the sound of the waves from your lodgings for the night! Put your feet up and relax!

Km: 15 km approx.
Ascent: 150 m approx.

Day 6: Cap de Creus

The rough landscapes on the way to Cap de Creus have been shaped by the strong winds and the salt from the sea. The rocks here are simply stunning, you will be surprised at how enormous they are! If you look hard enough at the peculiar rock formations, faces of people, animals and ghost-like shadows will appear among the rock shapes! To relax after your cycle today, you will stop off at the white-washed fisherman´s village of Cadaqués, known as the ´Pearl of the Costa Brava´. Here at the easternmost point of the Spainish mainland, a mystical lighthouse appears! Here you can replenish yourself in a wonderful seafood restaurant with sprawling views! After something tasty to eat, it will be time for a little siesta and then you can jump into the clear water at the beach and later return to your beach resort.

Km: 40 km approx.
Ascent: 1500 m approx.

Day 7: Beach & Bike

You will pedal over the rocky headland of the cape and enjoy a fast, downhill run to the sea. Your end-point today is a stunning golden beach, with a stop off for delicious ice-cream. Don’t forget your swimming stuff!

Km: 20 km approx.
Ascent: 1000 m approx.

Day 8: Chill out

Your last day on the wild coast of Catalonia is the ideal time to chill out and rest your weary legs! There is an array of things to do here! For those that want to unwind you can relax on the beach with a book, eat ice cream, have a picnic, stroll along the coastline or enjoy swimming in this fantastic spot. For those that still have plenty of energy left you can dive into the sea here, go snorkelling, rent a kayak, discover hidden seaside caves, hike or go and search for little crabs hiding between the rocks on the shoreline! What will you choose to do on this day in this beautiful secluded bay?

Day 9: Back to reality

Pack your bags and get everyone together as you head back to civilisation. During the boat trip back to Roses, you can reminisce about all of your experiences from this extraordinary family adventure holiday!