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Base Camp Biescas
Lying at the southern end of the Valle de
Tena with lots of great climbs and routes,
Biescas is perfectly placed for cyclists.
Cycle straight from the door
The real beauty of Biescas is the variety of routes that
you can do straight from the door. For the toughest
rides head north into the Valle de Tena where you can
tackle the category 1 Col de Portalet. From there you
can either continue on into France and the famous Col
de Aubisque, or head back down the valley on the old
road. The steep 800 metre climb to Baños de Panticosa
is another firm favourite for local cyclists.
Other climbs direct from the village are the Collado
de Cotefablo, a 13km, 600 metre climb along a windy
mountain road and the two climbs to the villages of
Espierre and Aso de Sobremonte.
If you fancy resting your legs, the flat (well Pyrenean
flat!) glacial valley of the Serrablo takes you through
winding country lanes and medieval hamlets.
The famous cols of Aubisque and Tourmalet are only a
short drive away should you wish to test yourself against
some of the toughest climbs of the Tour de France.
Where to stay
4* Hotel Tierra de Biescas
This Bike Friendly hotel is perfect for cyclists with bike
storage and maintenance facilities, outdoor and indoor
pool with sauna, gardens to relax in and massage
service to treat those aching legs. Free parking and easy
bike access along with the excellent rooms and evening
meals make it an ideal spot.
www.bikepyrenees.co.uk
About Bike Pyrenees
Bike Pyrenees are a small friendly compa-
ny that organise bespoke private tours as
well as fixed date cycle camps. Their guides
have been cycling these roads for years and
their local knowledge lets them design the
perfect holiday for your group.