Motorcycle fans are thoroughly preparing for the summer, as only in the month of May there was a growth in motorcycle sales of more than 20%, with almost 20,000 new bikers, according to data from Cleverea, a leading company in online insurance for cars and motorcycles. And that can only mean one thing: the holidays are here and it’s time to prepare a good route. So if you still don’t know where to go this holiday, they have collected the most beautiful and interesting routes in Spain to do on a motorcycle:
– The trans-Pyrenean route (Catalonia – Basque Country): The route that crosses the border between Spain and France has many possible variants, depending on the kilometers that we are willing to do. However, there is no wrong option: it is one of the star routes for motorcyclists.
There is no wrong option in the Trans-Pyrenees: it is one of the favorite routes for motorcyclists
One of the possible ways to do this route is to start in the Cabo de Creus Natural Park, in Girona, which encompasses several Catalan municipalities, such as Cadaqués, considered one of the most beautiful towns in the region. After passing through the region of the Arán Valley and enjoying its beautiful villages (Vielha, Bosost, Salardú…), where you can stop as long as you like to contemplate the contrast between the valleys and the mountains. The route ends in the Basque Country, for example, in the municipality of Hondarribia, which has the best preserved walled city in Guipúzcoa. In total, more than 600 kilometers perfect for escaping the heat, being surrounded by nature and enjoying well-paved roads and heart-stopping views.
– Picos de Europa and the lakes of Covadonga (Asturias, Cantabria and Castilla y León): Another option preferred by bikers is to tour the Picos de Europa National Park, which extends through the communities of Asturias, Cantabria and Castilla y León. Mountain road, ports, viewpoints, gorges and, in conclusion, a landscape that will delight any nature lover. The most classic itinerary is the circle that runs through the roads between Riaño (León), Unquera (Cantabria) and Cangas de Onís (Asturias) and which passes through some such emblematic places as the Hermida gorge or the Covadonga lakes. Although it depends a lot on the itinerary chosen, it can be around 200 kilometers.
Going up to Lake Covadonga on a clear day is a driving delight
–Cabo de Gata (Andalusia): It borders the coast and runs through the Natural Park of Cabo de Gata, merging beach and desert to give rise to an unforgettable trip. One option is to start in the Almeria municipality of Carboneras and then continue to Níjar along the AL-5106 road, along which we will travel along the beach and visit some of the best known, such as the famous Los Muertos beach.
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Cabo de Gata passes through idyllic coastal towns
The essential route is the one that covers the AL-3115 road, which crosses the natural park until it ends at the beautiful Cabo de Gata Lighthouse. Along the way, we can stop at some of its pretty coastal towns, such as San José and Las Negras. It is a short route, about 70 kilometers long, which we can extend to Almería or even Granada.
–The Costa da Morte to Finisterre (Galicia): Cliffs, lighthouses and beaches are the keys to this route that ends at the end of the world, Cape Finisterre. Starting from the A Coruña municipality of Arteixo, it is a road that, bordering the coast, can add up to 200 kilometres. Touring the Costa da Morte is to enjoy good gastronomy and contemplate its pretty villages and fishing enclaves, such as Caión, Corme-Porto, Malpica, Camelle or Camariñas. An essential for those seeking the tranquility of the Galician region and its mild temperatures this summer.
On the Costa da Morte, good gastronomy is guaranteed
–The oasis route (Aragón): It runs about 80 kilometers in the community of Aragón. It is a journey of contrasts, in which the Aragonese steppe plains are mixed with authentic oases, since the central points of this route are the three most important reservoirs of lower Aragon. Starting from the Estanca de Alcañiz reservoir, we will pass through municipalities such as Castelserás and Torrevelilla, until we reach the second reservoir, Calanda, which is surrounded by the mountains of the Sierra de La Ginebrosa. From there, you reach the municipalities of Mas de las Matas and Alcorisa and, finally, Berge, where the Gallipuén reservoir is located.
–The Silver Route (Asturias – Castilla y León – Extremadura – Andalusia): One of the longest, perfect for those who want to spend several days on the road. Almost 1,000 kilometers that cross all of Spain, from Gijón to Seville, and that follow the same route as the old Roman road, the Via de la Plata, which went from Mérida to Astorga. Today this route takes the N-630 and the A-66 and allows us to cross four communities and seven provinces, with a great variety of different landscapes, and both curves and straight lines.
The Ruta de la Plata goes from Gijón to Seville, passing through the old Roman road
It allows us to visit some of the most beautiful cities in Spain and enjoy landscapes as spectacular as those offered by the Jerte Valley in Extremadura (declared a site of cultural interest), or the beautiful Asturian mountains and valleys. Among the obligatory stops are Astorga, Salamanca, Béjar or Plasencia.
–El Atazar (Community of Madrid): The mountains of Madrid, just one hour from the capital, is a place to come to take refuge this summer. The community has more than 20 swamps and reservoirs perfect for enjoying nature and which can be reached by well-paved roads with good views. The option preferred by users is the one that reaches the Atazar reservoir.
Lovers of curves will enjoy a very entertaining circular route from the municipality of Torrelaguna in the direction of El Berrueco until reaching the town of El Atazar, very famous among motorcyclists. Along the way, there are beautiful views of the reservoir and there are two viewpoints where you can stop to admire the views. You can finish in the municipality of Patones, considered one of the most beautiful in the Sierra de Madrid, and return again to Torrelaguna.