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Cycling Holiday in Benicassim

3 nights from £385.00

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Cycling Holiday in Benicassim
3 nights from £385.00
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WE LOVEThe Choice of Professionals
The pros are always looking for the best places to train and our hotels in Benicassim have been home to Team Ineos and Soudal Quick-Step among others. You can even book and stay in a hypoxic chamber bedroom to simulate sleeping at altitude!
WE LOVEUndiscovered Gem
There's nothing quite like riding roads used almost exclusively by the locals. Ride quiet traffic free roads into the hills behind Benicassim and Castellon, and explore an undiscovered gem.

What's Included

Our Benicassim Cycling Holiday Offer

We can tailor make this trip for you
Day 1Arrival into Valencia
Upon arrival at Valencia Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel. We recommend staying near Benicassim, a small but gorgeous town on the coast of Costa del Azahar, famous for its amazing beaches. Here, you have instant access to incredible climbs, as well as a wonderful promenade and nearby restaurants and bars.
Depending on your arrival time, your bikes can be delivered today. Spin out your legs and test your bikes along the Via Verde Del Mar, a converted railway line that takes you to nearby Oropesa del Mar.
Day 2Puerto de Cabanes and Sierra Engarceran
Benicassim isn’t a favourite of professional teams without reason: today’s ride will see you onto the famous Desierto de las Palmas climb (7.8km at 4.5%) mere minutes after leaving your hotel. Upon reaching the summit you’ll be treated to magnificent views of the town below as well as being able to glimpse your destination for today — the Sierra de Espadán Natural Park.
After a pedal-free descent, skirt the towns of Castellon and Vila-real before heading towards Onda, a historic village famed for its ceramics. From there, you’ll quickly be into the beautiful parkland, home to natural springs, lush ravines, woodlands — and climbs. Both the Puerto de Almedíjar and Port d’Eslida can be ticked off before you head back down to the coast and enjoy a relaxing last stretch of flat roads as you make your way back to Benicassim via the port of Castellon — an excellent stopping place for fresh seafood.
Day 3Desierto de las Palmas and Serra d'Espada
Benicassim isn’t a favourite of professional teams without reason: today’s ride will see you onto the famous Desierto de las Palmas climb (7.8km at 4.5%) mere minutes after leaving your hotel. Upon reaching the summit you’ll be treated to magnificent views of the town below as well as being able to glimpse your destination for today — the Sierra de Espadán Natural Park.
After a pedal-free descent, skirt the towns of Castellon and Vila-real before heading towards Onda, a historic village famed for its ceramics. From there, you’ll quickly be into the beautiful parkland, home to natural springs, lush ravines, woodlands — and climbs. Both the Puerto de Almedíjar and Port d’Eslida can be ticked off before you head back down to the coast and enjoy a relaxing last stretch of flat roads as you make your way back to Benicassim via the port of Castellon — an excellent stopping place for fresh seafood.
Day 4Departure / Extend Your Trip
If today is your last day in Benicassim, a transfer will take you back to Valencia Airport. Spend some time off the bike walking the promenade and glimpse the several stunning villas that earn the town its reputation as the “Valencian Biarritz”.
Of course, if you choose to extend your trip, we can provide you with more incredible routes and recommendations. Just let our cycling team know when you enquire.

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What to ExpectFrom quiet roads to local climbs

Benicassim, just north of Valencia is an undiscovered gem, loved by Team Ineos, Soudal Quick Step and other Grand Tour teams. Explore quiet roads used just by locals, explore undiscovered climbs and enjoy a truly quiet and focussed cycling holiday, perfect for cycling groups looking to train and enjoy some peace and tranquility

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How's the Weather? in Benicassim

The SpringMarch to May
Spring in March, April and May offers the best riding. There will be very few people on the road whilst the temperature and breeze provide perfect conditions.
The SummerJune to August
Benicassim can reach high 20's and low 30's in the summer making it great for sunny cycling! This is tempered by the breeze on the coast so you can enjoy some excellent coastal cycling as well as early morning rides.
The AutumnSeptember to November
Autumn is a great time to cycle in Benicassim. The summer heat has passed and the weather becomes perfect for cycling.
The WinterDecember to February
In the winter the temperatures drop slightly. Arrive early enough in winter and you can still experience mild temperatures in the high teens.

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