CYCLING ROUTES

Malaga Cycling Routes - Maps, Climbs & GPX files

Nerja

This ride crosses the less traveled coast of Malaga. The route starts in Malaga, taking the east direction until the beautiful coastal town of Nerja. It will delight those looking to spend good times on a flat road and those looking for the sea breeze while riding their road bike.

112 km / round trip / Málaga cycling route.

Ventas de Zafarraya

A journey through the Axarquía region to reach the borders of the province of Malaga. A flat route with a 20-kilometer climb in the middle and a fun descent to the coast.

126 km / round trip / Málaga cycling route.

Ruta de la pasa

The road of raisins. Loop ride around the white towns in the Axarquia where, for almost two hundred years the best raisins of the world are made.

80 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Almogía

A short cycling trip to the town of Almogia, which in free translation from Moorish means "the nice one”. Not surprising when you get to the place and look at it from the mirador.

46 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Marbella

Marbella. The most glamorous city in the province of Malaga is easy to reach with our route. Escape the busiest roads and take a ride between Sierra de las Nieves, Sierra Blanca and Sierra Alpujata to reach the best beaches on the Costa del Sol.

109 km / no circular / Málaga cycling route.

El Chorro

A trip through Malaga's orchard that will take us to a martian-like landscape, sculpted through natural erosion and human action, with accessible climbs and magnificent views.

138 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Comares

A loop cycling route through the closest mountains of Málaga city, two mountain passes, two remarkable Andalusian white villages, and a great descent through a natural park, what else can you ask for?

83 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Repetidor de Mijas

Road to the mountain top with antennas in the southeast of Malaga. One of the best scenic rides in the area.

85 km / circular / Málaga cycling route

Benaque-Vallejos

A relatively undemanding route. For about three hours takes one from the hustle and bustle of the city and the coast, straight to the calm and quiet white villages.

60 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Casabermeja

A pleasant loop for three to four hours of riding. Long climbs will satisfy the advanced riders, the lack of steepness will not scare beginners, and the beautiful views will delight everyone.

73 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Tejeda, Almijara & Alhama

Beyond the Malaga mountains and the region of Axarquia, the provinces of Malaga and Granada collide on a large natural park known as Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama. An area surrounded by ridges and high plains that exceed 1500 meters of altitude to dramatically fall down a deep ravine towards the mediterranean coast.

166 km / circular / Málaga & Granada cycling route.

Villanueva de la Concepción

Beautiful cycling route on the foothills of Montes de Málaga, where we’ll see the peculiar watercourses and swamp that provide water to the capital of the Costa del Sol.

82 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Benamocarra

The destination of this cycling trip is the region of Axarquia. A place surrounded by endless beaches, cliffs, valleys and mountains which, combined with an exceptional climate, make this area a must in your cycling holidays.

79 km / circular / Málaga cycling route.

Puerto del león

We go deep into the Montes de Málaga, a great scenery for a cycling holiday. The route starts in Málaga city centre and, in a 10 minutes bike ride, we can find a natural park and a high contrastbetween the noisy town and a peaceful landscape.

47 km / circular / Málaga cycling route

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