Cycling in the Aran Valley | ÒC BIKE

If you want to enjoy cycling in the Aran Valley, Baqueira is the perfect summer destination. The valley offers more than 800 km of certified routes, suitable for all levels – from beginners to experienced riders.

Choose your favorite style:

  • MTB and mountain trails
  • Enduro and technical descents
  • Road cycling through legendary Pyrenean passes

Experience nature on two wheels with ÒC BIKE Aran Valley, the meeting point for cycling lovers in the Pyrenees.

Mountain Passes in the Aran Valley

Discover the mountain passes of the Aran Valley, some of them legendary in the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España. These routes are ideal for cyclists seeking a challenge: smooth asphalt roads, low traffic, and breathtaking Pyrenean landscapes.

Portilhon

The Portillón Pass (1,293 m) connects the Aran Valley with France and is one of the most iconic climbs in the Pyrenees. Frequently featured in the Tour de France, it has become a legendary route for cyclists.It is classified as a Category 2 climb

A must-do climb for anyone cycling in the Aran Valley.

La Bonaigua

The La Bonaigua Pass (2,072 m) is the highest road climb accessible by bike in the Aran Valley, and one of the highest in Catalonia. Its summit connects the Aranese Atlantic slope with the Mediterranean side towards Pallars Sobirà.

A stunning climb with breathtaking mountain scenery, making it a must-do challenge for cyclists exploring the Pyrenees.

Family e-bike in the Aran Valley

If you want to enjoy cycling in the Aran Valley without too much physical effort, an e-bike is the best choice.

With electric assistance, you can explore mountain trails, admire stunning landscapes, and climb without struggling on steep sections.

E-bike tours are ideal for:

  • Families with kids
  • Beginners in mountain biking
  • Nature lovers looking for a relaxed ride

A perfect way to discover the Aran Valley in summer, with more fun and less effort.

PRÜEDO VIA VALARTIES

The classic Prüedo via Valarties route is one of the most beautiful in the Aran Valley. With the help of an e-bike, even families with children can enjoy this unique adventure.
Along the way you will experience, stunning high-mountain landscapes, a breathtaking lake surrounded by wild nature and the joy of cycling in a peaceful and authentic environment

A perfect route to enjoy sport, nature, and family fun in the Pyrenees.

MONTGARRI

The Montgarri Loop is perhaps the most famous and scenic cycling route in the Aran Valley. Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking high-mountain landscapes, summer pastures filled with cows and horses, and the charm of the ancient village of Montgarri with its historic sanctuary, now converted into a mountain refuge where you can rest and recharge halfway.

A must-do route for cycling and nature lovers.

Enduro in the Aran Valley

For thrill-seekers, enduro in the Aran Valley is an unmissable adventure. The valley offers several marked trails designed for this mountain biking discipline, featuring alpine crossings, technical switchbacks, and steep descents that challenge even the most daring riders.

ENTECADA

The Entecada Trail is one of the ultimate trail-enduro adventures in the Aran Valley. It has everything to make it a true challenge: long distance, big elevation gain, technical difficulty, and high altitude. The route takes you across alpine meadows above 2,000 meters, finishing with an epic descent of over 1,200 m on a technical and varied singletrack.

GÈLES

The Gèles Trail is a spectacular circular route around Montcorbisson, perfect for mountain biking enthusiasts. The climb along the Santet de Casau track rewards you with breathtaking views, while the descent is pure adrenaline: first through alpine meadows, then from the Bassa d’Oles down one of the wildest bikepark trails to the valley floor.
You won’t find more adventure packed into such a short ride!

Cycling in Baqueira Beret

Baqueira Beret ski resort is not only a winter paradise: in summer it turns into a top destination for cycling lovers in the Aran Valley. You’ll find MTB trails and scenic routes for all levels

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Cycling competitions in the Aran Valley

Every summer, the Aran Valley hosts some of the most important cycling events in the Pyrenees, attracting riders from all over the world. Among the highlights:

  1. Vielha Cycling Tour
  2. Era Roda Non Stop
  3. Trans-Nomad
  4. Hardbike
  5. Pedals de Foc Non Stop
  6. Transpyr

Discover more cycling routes in the Aran Valley at www.visitaran.com

If you love mountain biking, at our hotel in Baqueira, right at the foot of the slopes, you can safely store your bike during summer in our ski storage.

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