The Best of Valencia Region

In this region there is a great diversity of settings, history, experiences, towns, villages, hamlets and landscapes to be encountered. This diversity is what you’ll experience on a route which weaves together the rugged, mountainous terrain of the interior with that of the contrasting Mediterranean coastal plain.

A considerable part of this route takes in the famous and tranquil, green pathway that winds its way to the sea. You’ll pedal your way past fields, groves of fruit trees, vineyards and natural enclaves of exceptional beauty. In the first part of the route you’ll discover small villages of mediaeval and Arab origin because ownership of this territory was in dispute by warring Christian monarchs and Islamic caliphs for many years.

After visiting the historic city of Alcoi, a track that goes through a magnificent gorge will take you to the coast where you’ll come across a totally different landscape which includes citrus plantations and marshlands, not to mention exceptional views out to sea. You enter the lush plain of orange groves and market gardens known as la huerta valenciana. You pedal alongside the River Xúquer and make your way to the natural reserve known as the Parque Natural de la Albufera, which is of enormous ecological value. You finish your ever-changing journey in the city of Valencia and explore the impressive old quarter with its cathedral and central market – indeed, a cathedral of a market! Not to be missed are the narrow streets and squares that offer so many kinds of cafés, bars and restaurants. Lovers of good food will be delighted with what’s on offer there.

Cycling surface: Tarmac: 68%. Cycle track: 32%