Overview
Nicknamed ‘Pro Ville’, Girona has probably the highest concentration of pro cyclist residents than anywhere else in Europe. And if pros live here you know there’s some good riding to be had! 44|5 has an affinity with Girona, like most others who’ve visited the city and surrounding countryside, and we’ve been riding and running tours here since 2014. The town has a vibrant, colorful old center, dominated by a hilltop cathedral and filled with lovely squares, winding streets and plenty of restaurants, cafes and montaditos bars (Catalan tapas) to fill you up after a great ride. It’s a perfect urban base for a cycling holiday.
And the riding is really something. Girona is located between the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees, meaning you can do a coastal ride one day and hammer in the foothills the next. The pros have their favorite routes and climbs, of course, and we’ll search them out on our BreakAway tour. And make sure you keep an eye out on our rides because ‘pro sightings’ are a common occurrence in this part of the world!
Girona BreakAway is a custom, private tour. If you have a group of friends, just pick your dates and contact us.
INCLUDED
- 4 nights 4-star Accommodation
- All breakfasts
- 2 picnic lunches
- 2 dinners in town
- Pick-up / drop-off at Girona airport or train station
- Energy bars, gels, snacks and water on your ride
- Owner-operator guides to see to your needs
- Support vehicle offering assistance, encouragement, and food and drinks
- 44|5 water bottle
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to Spain
- 2 lunches and 2 dinners
- Hotels before and after your tour
- Personal expenses, such as mini-bar, telephone or souvenir purchases
- Bikes – bring your own or we can help you rent high quality road bikes
Day to Day
Rides will start after breakfast unless weather suggests afternoon is best. We’ve chosen 4 fantastic routes that will take you in all directions from the city. Highlights include the ’pro climb’ of Rocacorba, an unforgettable coastal ride along the Mediterranean, and the beautiful Catalan countryside on every ride.
Afternoons and some evenings are free on your Girona BreakAway tour, with all the best restaurants, cafes and bars just steps from your hotel.
To the right is one of the Mediterranean loops we regularly do. The undulating ride along the sea if unforgettable.
Accommodation
44|5 partners with several comfortable and well-situated hotels in Girona. Your accommodation will depend on availability on our chosen dates. Below is our main partner, the Hotel Ciutat de Girona.
Hotel Ciutat de Girona
Hotel Ciutat de Girona is located in the historic and cultural heart of Girona, just steps away from the best restaurants and bars the city has to offer. The hotel combines modern style and amenities with Catalan hospitality and personality. The heated indoor swimming pool will help soothe tired legs after a long ride.
Dates & Prices
Tour Dates – Custom Dates. 4 Nights / 4 Rides
Tour Availability – From April to October
Price Per Person – Starting at €1395 (4 rider min)
Single Supplement: €500
Contact us to create a custom cycling tour.
Travel Details
Arrival Airport / Train Station – Barcelona / Girona
Departure Airport / Train Station – Barcelona / Girona
Barcelona, one of the most interesting and romantic cities in Europe, is just 30 minutes by train from Girona. If you have the time, we’d suggest a few days there on one end of your BreakAway.
The area around Girona is also interesting, but you’ll need a car to explore properly. There are some wonderful, ancient villages close by (e.g. Besalu) and Figueres (short trip by train) houses the Salvador Dali Museum, a must-see for fans of Dali.
Gallery
What our Guests have to say about our Girona BreakAway Package
Fantastic Experience
For a group of “reasonably fit flatlanders” taking on the “Giant of Provence” was a monumental challenge. However, with the help of Gerry and John we achieved everything we had set out to do. A successful week away climbing Ventoux and seeing all that the beautiful Provence countryside had to offer! The 44-5 team were… Read more “Fantastic Experience”
Andrew - Singapore
No Fluke!
We last enjoyed a cycling tour put together for our group by 445 Cycling Tours in 2016. It was marvelous. Maybe it was a fluke or that Gerry and John (owners/operators) just wanted to impress us the first time. Maybe they might’ve slacked off since that time. Well, after completing another well planned and executed… Read more “No Fluke!”
Martin - California
Fabulous Time
We had a fabulous time in Girona….as usual, you both made it so easy, enjoyable and relaxing. Thank… Read more “Fabulous Time”
Pam - USA