Cycling & Mountainbiking close to Tàrbena
Discover the unique cycling routes of the Costa Blanca that meander through the Spanish countryside.
Cycling Holidays in the Costa Blanca – Peace, Mountains and Top Routes Around Tàrbena
A cycling holiday in the Costa Blanca means riding in sunshine, silence and mountains. Far away from mass tourism and busy coastal roads lies the inland of Alicante: a true paradise for road cycling on the Coll de Rates, the Sierra de Bernia and throughout the Jalón Valley.
Can Elisa, located in the authentic mountain village of Tàrbena, is the ideal cyclist-friendly accommodation in the Costa Blanca for riders who love long climbs, quiet roads and a personal atmosphere. Perfect for a cycling holiday in Spain, an amateur training camp or an active cycling holiday for 50+.
Source: Epic Road Rides
Why Cycle in the Costa Blanca?
The Costa Blanca is one of the best regions in Europe for road cycling. Not only because of its climate, but especially due to the enormous variety of cycling routes in the inland.
- More than 300 sunny days per year
- Mild winters – ideal for winter cycling training in Spain
- Quiet roads with little traffic
- Climbs, descents and rolling routes all within short distances
While places like Calpe can be busy, the inland around Tàrbena, Parcent, the Jalón Valley and the Sierra de Bernia offers peace, space and authentic Spain.
The Best Climate for Cycling Holidays and Training Camps
Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, cycling in the Costa Blanca is possible all year round. Winter and spring are especially popular with cyclists who cannot train comfortably in Northern Europe.
| Season | Temperature | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|
| Winter | 15–20°C | Training camps, climbing training, endurance rides |
| Spring | 20–25°C | Ideal cycling holidays & long rides |
| Summer | 25–35°C | Early rides, short intensive training sessions |
| Autumn | 20–25°C | Quiet cycling holidays without crowds |
The Most Beautiful Cycling Routes Around Tàrbena, the Coll de Rates and the Sierra de Bernia
From Can Elisa you ride straight into the mountains. The region is known for its climbing routes, long ascents and quiet mountain roads.
The absolute classic is the Coll de Rates, but many lesser-known climbs make this area perfect for a cycling holiday with plenty of elevation gain.
Source: Epic Road Rides
- Coll de Rates (Parcent) – 6.5 km | 360 m elevation | perfect for repeats
- Port de Bèrnia – quiet, technical and scenic
- Sa Creueta – ideal in combination with Coll de Rates
- Vall d’Ebo – longer routes for endurance training
- Jalón Valley – rolling terrain for recovery rides
Source: CycleFiesta
Cycling Training Camps in Spain – Also for Amateurs
The Costa Blanca has been popular with professional teams for many years, but more and more amateurs are choosing a cycling training camp in Spain.
The terrain allows focused training on:
- climbing strength and cadence
- endurance
- technical descending
- consistent training without weather stress
From Can Elisa you train in peace, away from large hotels – ideal for dedicated cyclists and small cycling groups.
Cyclist-Friendly Accommodation at Can Elisa
Can Elisa is not a standard cycling hotel, but a quiet holiday home for cyclists in the inland of the Costa Blanca.
Here you combine sport with comfort and privacy.
- Secure bike storage
- Direct access to mountain routes
- Personal route and climbing advice
- Ideal for cycling holidays for 50+ and sporty couples
Why Top Cyclists and WorldTour Teams Choose the Costa Blanca
The Costa Blanca has long been a winter base for professional cycling teams and top riders. Thanks to its stable climate, quiet roads and challenging climbs, the region is ideal for winter training and season preparation.
The area around Calpe, the Jalón Valley and the mountainous inland towards Tàrbena and the Sierra de Bernia is used intensively for endurance rides, climbing blocks and recovery sessions.
Well-Known Cycling Teams in the Costa Blanca
During the winter months, you regularly encounter complete WorldTour teams training in the Costa Blanca on iconic climbs such as the Coll de Rates, Port de Bèrnia and Puerto de Tudons.
- Soudal Quick-Step
- Team Visma | Lease a Bike
- Bahrain Victorious
- Lotto Destiny
- UAE Team Emirates
- EF Education–EasyPost
- Trek–Segafredo
Top Riders Who Train Here
Individual world-class riders also choose the Costa Blanca for their preparation.
Riders such as Tadej Pogačar, Mathieu van der Poel, Remco Evenepoel and Tom Pidcock are regularly spotted on climbs like the Coll de Rates.
This is no coincidence: the combination of long climbs, high-quality asphalt and quiet roads makes the area perfect for both professional and ambitious amateur cyclists.
Ride the Same Roads as the Pros
During a cycling holiday in the Costa Blanca, you literally ride on the same roads as the professionals. From Can Elisa in Tàrbena you head straight into the mountains, away from busy coastal towns, yet right in the heart of the training area used by top teams.
