Spain in May

[Vatenack]

If you’re after a spot by the coast with some sweet mountain roads nearby, Costa Brava is a solid choice. Tossa de Mar, for example, has that perfect mix—chill beach vibes with awesome, twisty roads just a quick ride away. Me and some friends did something like this last year.
One thing, though—definitely book the bikes ahead if you’re going in May. It gets packed, and rentals can run out quick. And if you’re flying over, check out TravelBusinessClass for some good deals on business flights. I managed to save a bit and used it for extra stuff on the trip.

[Bunzena]

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I was in Girona, which is perfect for cycling with its mix of coastal roads and nearby mountains. The cycling infrastructure there is fantastic, with plenty of bike shops and rental options. Plus, the food is incredible, especially if you love seafood. You can rent a bike from https://www.pedalsure.com/ and this article might come in handy for general Spain travel https://gowithguide.com/blog/tourism-in-spain-statistics-2024-your-in-depth-travel-guide-5686

[SpaceCreated]

Girona sounds like a dream destination for cycling enthusiasts! The combination of scenic coastal roads, challenging mountain climbs, and top-notch cycling infrastructure makes it a standout. It’s great to hear there are plenty of bike shops and rental options, and who wouldn’t love fresh seafood after a day of cycling?

If you're planning a trip to Girona, business class flights are a fantastic way to start your journey in comfort, especially if you’re bringing your own gear or just want to arrive well-rested. Renting a bike locally, like from PedalSure, is a great tip! Safe travels and happy cycling!

[Valery_Milton]

Sounds like an awesome plan! Spain in May is perfect for biking—great weather and plenty of scenic routes. Costa Brava or Andalusia could be ideal since they offer a mix of coastal roads and mountain twisties. I'd recommend booking business class flights and bikes early to get the best deals. Also, staying a bit outside the main tourist areas can make it easier to explore without the crowds. But i prefer Italy

[A100man]

[kawakid]

Just done a ride from Halifax, Dunkirk, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Lichtenstein, Austria, Italy, France, Andorra & Spain.

Tunnel down, Santander back.

The weather was f...g shx, I've never been so wet or cold in my entire life on a bike, no way I would recommend, next time its mid June or later.
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[A100man]

[PotatoHead202...]

I did 2100 miles over 10 days (7 days actual riding).

Overnight ferry to Caen

Caen to Saint Andre de Cubzac.

Saint Andre de Cubzac to Bilbao via the Basque backroads.

Day off in Bilbao

Bilbao to Leon via the Picos (San Glorio pass, Potes etc)

Leon to Braga (Portugal) via Ponferrada

Braga to Lugo (Spain)

Lugo to Ourense via Cabo Vidío

Ourense back to Bilbao via the Picos again (San Glorio pass)

Ferry back to Portsmouth from Bilbao

The only bad weather days were the first journey to Bilbao with horrendous wind in the morning and intermittent rain in the afternoon and the day from Bilbao to Leon with biblical amounts of rain, wind and fog. I was quite lucky to make it out alive over some of the passes where it got VERY dicey with the worst wind I've ever ridden in. Visibility about 30ft for mile after mile, gale force winds and never ending rain.

However, it was one of the best experiences of my life. It also seems that a lot of people are getting even worse weather now.

I didn't see a single UK registered vehicle all the way from Ferry to Ferry. Infact I only heard a single English accent once and that was in Braga - which in a lot of ways made it much better due to the almost total lack of tourists.

Not sure I could deal with riding those routes in summer time and I don't know how people do it.
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