Type
Gravel
Duration
8 Days & 7 Nights
Next Departure
21 Jun 2025
06 Jun 2026
Status
Confirmed Departure
Available
From
2.250 EUR
Bike Madrid to Lisbon Gravel Tour
Portugal Week
This epic gravel bike adventure takes you from Madrid to Lisbon in 8 intense and unforgettable days. Over 582 km of gravel roads link remote regions, mountain trails, and quiet rural paths, ending at Cabo da Roca, the westernmost tip of Europe. Designed for seasoned gravel cyclists, this tour offers a true physical and mental challenge, with rewards at every stage. You’ll ride across Spain and Portugal through remote terrain, small villages, and historical routes like ancient Roman roads. Each day brings new terrain: gravel climbs, technical descents, rolling hills, and long stretches of open countryside. Local food, welcoming towns, and carefully selected accommodations complete the experience. Push your limits, ride through lesser-known regions, and finish with the Atlantic winds at your back.
Highlights
Included and Optional Services
Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival
Welcome to Sabugal!
On the first day of the Bike Madrid to Lisbon Gravel trip, one of our guides will meet you at a nearby train station and escort you to your initial accommodation. Once settled, prepare your bike and gear. Depending on your arrival time, you might have the opportunity to explore Sabugal and immerse yourself in its fascinating medieval heritage. In the late afternoon, we’ll convene for a briefing to discuss the exciting days ahead. The day will conclude with dinner at a local restaurant, where you can savor the authentic flavors of the region.
Transfer
0:30 m
Hospedaria Robalo
DAY 2
Sabugal to Manteigas
Discover the historical villages of Portugal
Today’s gravel bike tour leads you through Portugal’s historic heart. Ride ancient trails connecting stone villages like Sortelha, a granite-walled treasure with a towering castle. The gravel terrain takes you through rolling hills, single tracks, and rural lanes surrounded by vineyards from the Serra da Estrela sub-region famous for elegant, mineral-rich wines. Pass green meadows and fountains fed by the Zêzere River. The final stretch climbs gently into Manteigas, a quiet village in a dramatic glacial valley. Each kilometer brings a deeper connection to the landscape, offering a perfect mix of cultural richness and natural beauty on this gravel adventure.
Cycling Distance
93 km
Elevation Gain
+ 1.900 m
Hotel Vila Galé Serra da Estrela
DAY 3
Manteigas to Piodão
From the glaciar valley to the enchanting village of Piodão
Leaving Manteigas, the route follows high-altitude gravel roads with sweeping views of the Zêzere River valley. Sheep and goats roam freely along the slopes, offering a glimpse of traditional mountain life. This gravel bike adventure continues with a sustained climb toward Piodão. The route is demanding, but each turn reveals Portugal’s remote beauty. With its schist houses perched on steep hillsides, Piodão is one of the country’s most iconic villages. The day combines rural charm with rugged terrain an essential chapter in any epic gravel bike tour across the Iberian Peninsula.
Cycling Distance
84 km
Elevation Gain
+ 1.800 m
INATEL Piodão
DAY 4
Piodão to Miranda do Corvo
One of the most challenging days
This is one of the toughest stages of the entire gravel bike adventure, featuring the highest elevation gain and descent. The day begins in Piodão and climbs through wind-swept ridgelines dotted with wind turbines. Remote mountain trails and dirt tracks take you through untouched forests and into the picturesque village of Góis. With every kilometer, the landscape shifts. The route descends into Miranda do Corvo, a peaceful town embraced by greenery. It’s a demanding day, but the variety of terrain and scenic isolation make it a highlight of this epic gravel bike tour.
Cycling Distance
83 km
Elevation Gain
+ 2.200 m
Hotel Parque Serra da Lousã
DAY 5
Miranda do Corvo to Alvados
Cycle through history and nature
Departing Miranda do Corvo, today’s gravel bike tour reveals a blend of medieval heritage and peaceful countryside. Passing through Penela, you’ll see the castle rising over the village an echo of centuries past. Continue along gravel tracks that cut through olive groves, vineyard-lined slopes, and tranquil meadows. This is a calmer stage, ideal for soaking in the views and appreciating the quiet rhythm of rural Portugal. The trail meanders toward Alvados, a village surrounded by limestone hills. It’s a perfect end to a day that balances cultural immersion with the joys of smooth gravel riding.
Cycling Distance
109 km
Elevation Gain
+ 1.800 m
Cooking and Nature – Emotional Hotel
DAY 6
Alvados to Óbidos
Today you will discover a UNESCO Heritage Medieval walled town!
Today’s gravel bike adventure heads west toward the Atlantic. Starting from Alvados, you’ll pass through the Ecopista tunnels and roll along fertile lands toward the coast. The route takes you near Alcobaça Castle and through rural paths lined with cornfields. After reaching São Martinho do Porto, continue along coastal gravel trails past Foz do Arelho and the Óbidos lagoon. The day ends in the fortified village of Óbidos, where cobblestone streets and centuries-old walls welcome you. This is a scenic and varied ride, perfect for those seeking a blend of ocean air and medieval charm on their gravel bike tour.
Cycling Distance
103 km
Elevation Gain
+ 1.200 m
The Literary Man
DAY 7
Óbidos to Cabo da Roca (Cascais)
Enjoy the last stage of this epic adventure
The final stage of your epic gravel bike adventure offers a fitting mix of coastal serenity and emotional closure. From Óbidos, ride peaceful roads through small villages and cliffside paths overlooking the Atlantic. The terrain is rolling but rewarding as you approach Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe. This symbolic finish marks the end of a remarkable journey across two countries and countless terrains. Celebrate your accomplishment with a final look toward the ocean, where every climb and descent feels worthwhile. It’s the perfect conclusion to an unforgettable gravel bike tour.
Cycling Distance
110 km
Elevation Gain
+ 1.700 m
Hotel Vila Galé Cascais
DAY 8
Departure
That’s it! The Bike Madrid Lisbon Gravel Tour – Portugal Week has reached its final stage!
Today marks the last day of the Portuguese Week of the Bike Madrid Lisbon Gravel Tour, an unforgettable gravel bike journey with six incredible stages, each offering the ultimate gravel experience through the breathtaking landscapes of the Iberian Peninsula. This is your chance to experience it allthe adventure, the beauty, the challenge wrapped up in one incredible program. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The Bike Madrid Lisbon Gravel Tour awaits you! Secure your place now to ensure you don’t miss this unique opportunity to ride from Madrid Lisbon, where every turn reveals a new story and each mile brings lasting memories.
Transfer
0:40 m