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Inland and coast of Empordà (8D-7N)
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Sea and field |
This week itinerary goes through the interior and along the coast of l’Empordà, emphasizing the best of the coast, with a two day lodging right by the sea. This permits a combination of bike- and beach holiday at high quality beaches. The route starts and ends in a fantastic hotel, specialized for cyclists and situated next to the historic nucleus of Torroella de Montgrí. The route combines a rocky coastline, a soft countryside and a rural atmosphere. You follow the coast to the North to find the important Greek-Roman ruins of Empúries and the natural park ‘Aiguamolls d’Empordà’. Towards the interior you visit an area with rolling relief and picturesque medieval settlements as Monells, Cruïlles, Madremanya, La Pera, Corçà... that are worthwhile visiting. .. You will visit the most important spots of the area like La Bisbal d'Empordà, the region's capital with its beautiful castle and also the medieval historic monumental village of Peratallada. You return to the coast to the picturesque village of Calella de Palafrugell that still retains it original charm with its typical houses by the sea. At the end of the route you return to Torroella de Montgrí through the magnificent area known as ‘Empordanet’, visiting the fantastic medieval historic monumental village of Pals. This route stands out for the enchanting choice of lodgings. First, a modern hotel with all possible services for cyclists, then two lodgings chosen for their enchanting atmosphere, excellent gastronomy and familiar ambiance and by the coast in Calella de Palafrugell you enjoy a privileged place with seaview.
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Route code: EMHA-7
Route type: Individual
Duration: 8 days/ 7 nights
Average Km's/day: 44.2 / 44.2
Km. Max.: 265
Km. Min.: 265
Difficulty: 
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PRICES
Low season: 770 €/pax
Mid season: 845 €/pax
High season: 988 €/pax
Dates: Star: Daily (except Sunday and Tuesday) From 15.03 to 31.10
Included:
- Lodging 7 nights in excellent hotels 3*/4* and a rural farmhouse.
- B&B
- Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel.
- Route book and maps scale 1:50.000.
- General information about the area
NOT INCLUDED:
-Tourist tax: 5€/person (only adults over 16 years)
Optional:
- Bicycle rent hibrid 80€/bike
- Halfboard (7 dinners) 180€/person
- Single room supplement: 280 €/pax, (LS), 330 €/pax (MS) and 340 €/pax (HS)
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1: Arrival at Torroella de Montgrí |
Arrival at the interesting hotel Molí del Mig, specialized for cyclists. Orientation meeting, bike fitting (in case of bike hire), route documentation it’s explication all at the hotel. Lodging in this lovely hotel which is situated in one of the most typical countrysides of l’Empordà area.
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Transfer: From Girona to Torroella de Montgrí (Optional)
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2: Circular route Torroella de Montgrí • Medieval villages |
This could be a rest day by the pool, or stroll to the beach. But a nice loop ride is also available to follow the Daro River and visit some small but very charming medieval villages such as Rupia, Foixa and Púbol. In Púbol you can visit the Gala Dalí Castle and discover the surrealist world of the prominent Catalan artist Salvador Dalí. Return back to the same hotel, dinner on your own. You also visit the ruins of the Iberian village near Ullastret, where you can enjoy the wonderful panoramic view of the area over the area.
(40 - 40 km)
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3: Torroella de Montgrí - Sant Pere Pescador |
You cycle down to the seaside to enjoy the marvellous countryside of the river mouth of the ‘Ter’ river, known as ‘La Gola’. Then you cycle around the Montgrí massif and passing the medieval village ‘Bellcaire d’Empordà’ you return to the seaside at the lovely fishing village ‘l’Escala’, famous for it’s anchovies production. You visit the historical medieval complex of St. Martí d'Empúries and the famous Ruins of Empúries, along a lovely path by the seaside, especially for cyclists and walkers.
(45 - 45 km)
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4: Sant Pere Pescador - Natural Park Wetlands - Sant Pere Pescador |
Today you visit the Natural Park of l'Empordà wetlands, a protected area of great ornithological importance. The second part of the itinerary goes through Castelló d'Empúries an important medieval settlement. Optional visit to the area of the wine- and olive oil making, at the foot of the Alberes mountains.
(52 - 52 km)
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5: Sant Pere Pescador - Madremanya |
This route takes you from the Alt Empordà region to the region of Baix Empordà. It goes through the most interior part of the region, the hilly areas on the western borders of the alluvial plain. This is an eminently area where we can visit typical rural villages, such as Sant Miquel de Fluvià, with a Romanesque monastery, and magnificent tower and Sant Mori and its castle. You pass Verges, a medieval village with the remains of its ancient walls, and Foixà, where we can see a magnificent panorama of the plain of the Baix Empordà. After passing the medieval villages of La Pera and Púbol you reach Monells or Madremanya, depending on your lodging.
(44 - 44 km)
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6: Madremanya - Calella de Palafrugell |
This day, the itinerary goes from the most part of region as far as the coast. This route takes you from Monells or Madremanya we go to the coast. It goes through a large number of medieval settlements: Cruilles, Peratallada, Ullastret... You can also visit La Bisbal d'Empordà, the region's capital, with its medieval castle and its pottery museum. Lodging in the old fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell, which still retains its original charm, in one hotel located on the top of a hill, with a magnificent view over the settlement of Calella.
(47 - 47 km)
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7: Calella de Palafrugell - Torroella de Montgrí |
Route to return to Torroella de Montgrí along the area ‘Empordanet’ with a great variety of beautiful landscapes and culture. You visit the magnificent medieval historic monument of Pals. This day, the route runs through the interesting area of the Pals rice fields.
Optional: Extra night at the end and/or transfer to Flaça train station.
(37 - 37 km)
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8: Departure |
Departure after breakfast.
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Transfer: From Torroella de Montgrí to Girona or Flaçà (train station) (Optional)
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Tel: (+34) 972221047 Fax: (+34) 972206115 C/
Impressors Oliva 2 A E-17005 Girona
info@cicloturisme.com - GPS N41° 58.923', E002° 48.978'
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