The Bierzo Epic Ride
Mountains, Vineyards & Hidden Villages in Spain’s Secret Valley
Start Your Bespoke ConsultationSome landscapes impress you. **Bierzo moves you.**
A green bowl of mountains, vineyards clinging to impossible slopes, medieval stone villages wrapped in mist and tiny roads that feel like they were made just for cyclists.
This is one of Spain’s best-kept secrets — a valley that feels like Tuscany, the Alps and ancient Iberia all at once, yet untouched by mass tourism.
A ride of emotion, light and deep mountain beauty.
A Valley Designed for Cycling Flow
- One of Spain’s most beautiful and undiscovered valleys
- Mountains, vineyards and medieval villages in one journey
- Heroic climbs with huge scenery rewards
- World-class food and wine (Mencía, Godello, peppers, stews)
- Short, silent roads with **very low traffic**
- A perfect mix of epic riding and deep local culture
Road or Gravel — Your Style, Your Epic
Bierzo is perfect for both smooth tarmac and adventurous gravel. You choose: flowing mountain roads or old paths between vineyards and villages.
Bring your own bike if you wish — or let me arrange a premium carbon road or gravel bike, size-matched and ideal for these mountains. **Your logistics are fully covered.**
No logistics stress. No compromises. Just riding in a landscape that feels made for cyclists.
A Valley Full of Stories
Bierzo has been a crossroads for centuries: Roman gold mines, medieval monasteries, ancient trade routes and the influence of Galicia, Asturias and Castilla all blending into one valley.
- UNESCO World Heritage landscapes like Las Médulas
- Stone villages with slate roofs and wooden balconies
- Old monasteries surrounded by forests and silence
- Vineyards planted on slopes that look almost vertical
- Old paths used by traders, farmers and pilgrims
Route Overview
Stage 1 — Ponferrada & First Vineyards
Soft hills, warm light and the first taste of Mencía country.
Stage 2 — Hidden Villages & Forest Roads
Tiny stone hamlets, shaded roads and optional gravel through ancient paths.
Stage 3 — The Epic Climb Day
A long, scenic climb with huge mountain views and a joyful descent.
Stage 4 — Las Médulas
Ride through red-earth cliffs and surreal landscapes of ancient Roman gold mines.
Stage 5 — Galicia’s Edge
Green, humid, mystical. Riding near the border of another world.
Stage 6 — The Grand Descent
One of the most joyful descents of your life — smooth, scenic and pure flow.
🏨 Accommodation: Style & Silence
Boutique rural hotels, vineyard stays and small luxury estates. Quiet rooms, beautiful views and mountain air.
🍷 Food & Wine: Mencía & Godello
Roasted peppers, botillo, cecina, fresh trout, artisan cheeses, slate-oven bread, and world-class Mencía and Godello wines. **The best of the valley.**
🤝 Human Moments: The Soul of Bierzo
Winemakers, cooks, villagers and farmers sharing their valley, their stories and their pride with you.
What’s Included: Full Expedition Support
- Premium accommodation every night
- All meals (breakfast, picnic lunch, gourmet dinner)
- Wine & food experiences
- Luggage transfer & support vehicle
- Daily route planning & GPS files
- Local guide (Álvaro)
- Road or gravel option
- Bike rental coordination
- Small groups (2–7 riders)
- Welcome pack
What’s Excluded
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Bike rental cost
Ready to ride one of Spain’s most beautiful hidden valleys?
Mountains, vineyards, food and emotion — all in one unforgettable private journey.
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