Jalon Valley - The Home of Cycle Retreats 

Cycle Retreats has made Marina Alta their home, and for a good reason! With endless smooth roads, breathtaking climbs and perfect weather, this region is a cyclist's paradise. Come and explore the beautiful terrain that suits all types of riders. Cycle Retreats run holidays all year round in this location.

Cycle Retreats guarantees to provide you with an exceptional experience both on and off the bike.  So, pack your bags and get ready for an unparalleled cycling adventure with Cycle Retreats.  Enjoy some unforgettable miles, while we take care of everything else.  Just sit back, relax, unplug and ride!

Welcome Ride

Distance 50km

Elevation gained

The perfect start to your cycling holiday 50km of rolling smooth roads to flush out the legs from your earlier flight.

We ride across to Parcent and Alcalali before dropping down into Pedregure which is simply a breath-taking introduction to the roads you will be riding all week. This ride is to spin the legs out and make sure your bike set up is 100% and ready for the rest of the week.

Col De Rates

Distance 108km

Elevation gained 2067m

We head out into the Xalo valley to warm the legs up before heading towards probably one of the more well know and famous climbs in Costa Blanca, Coll De Rates. the views from this climb are spectacular. The roads are quiet and you will be lucky to see another car as we head over to Castell De Castells from Tabena, one of my favourite sections of tarmac you really feel isolated, just you and the road... Perfect!

Val De Ebo 

Distance 98km

Elevation gained 1751m

This route takes in the iconic Val De Ebo often you see the pros riding this and once up it you will know why! It's a beautiful climb and one of our favourites with tree lined sections, switch backs, and beautiful views... it has it all! Once up and over into the village of Ebo we head out to Tollos before dropping back down on some wonderful sweeping descents to Castell De Castells before heading through the valley back to Retreat, a breathtaking finish to the ride.

Guadalest

Distance 113km

Elevation gained 2371m

This is a beautiful ride, one you will not forget! Heading out along the Xalo valley floor through the almond and olive groves to Castell de Castells, the climbing starts here as ride up through Tollos and Benimassot, the views are spectacular, the roads quiet and smooth as we turn and climb up to Confrides and over to Guadalest. The piercing blue waters has to be seen to believe it. We stop for a well-deserved lunch before descending for 20km before the final climb back up to Coll de Rates from the southern side, this climb is long and steady… one to be savoured, before dropping back down onto the home stretch. An awesome day cycling.

We run chilling weeks and long weekends here at Cycle Retreats to ensure there is something for every level of rider. These take you through some of the most scenic and exhilarating routes Costa Blanca has to offer.  We ride at your pace without the worry of timescales, we take care of everything so all you need to do is relax and enjoy the stunning cycling and scenery. All guided tours have a support vehicle on call if you choose to head back early. We have many coffee stops in the most scenic and traditional cafés; typically the maximum you will ride in any one go is 1hr and 30 minutes before stopping for refreshments or lunch.  We take in some of the most scenic coastal routes which are much gentler in terms of elevation.

Please note that bikes are not included in the price of your trip

Feel free to bring your own bike, but if you don’t want the stress of transporting your pride and joy, we have it covered.  Our hire bikes are all fully carbon with Shimano 105 or Ultegra Di2 group set. 

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