La Selva forests Singletrack Classic

The Singletrack Classic ride through La Selva forests is a half-day mountain biking challenge that rewards skilled riders with some of Catalonia’s most exhilarating singletrack and sweeping forest roads. Starting from Sarrià de Ter bridge, this hard-grade route isn’t for the faint of heart, but for experienced riders seeking technical thrills and jaw-dropping descents, it delivers in spades. Over 65 kilometers and a punishing 2,627 meters of elevation gain, you’ll tackle rock-slab traverses that hug the cliff edges above Devesa Park, a flowing descent that finishes near the charming village of Corçà, and technical singletrack that weaves through the dense, shadow-dappled forests of La Selva. The ride includes a shuttle-assisted climb to bypass the fire road, saving energy for the most demanding sections—a clever design touch that keeps the focus on the best riding.

One of the highlights is the skills coaching stop on the steepest section, where your guide will help you refine your technique before dropping into the heart of the action. The terrain here is a mix of fast, smooth singletrack and rougher forest roads, demanding agility, endurance, and a sharp eye for line choice. The air smells of damp earth and pine, and the crunch of gravel under tires is punctuated by the occasional rush of wind through the trees. At Cafe del Pont, a well-timed coffee stop offers a chance to catch your breath, fuel up, and swap stories with your fellow riders before tackling the final technical stretches. The route’s crown jewel is the descent from Coll de la Creueta, where the trail opens up into a high-speed dance with gravity, the landscape blurring past in a dizzying blur of green and gold.

This ride suits confident, fit mountain bikers who relish a mix of technical challenge and scenic beauty. The singletrack here isn’t just a trail—it’s a playground for riders who love to push their limits while immersed in some of Catalonia’s most dramatic natural landscapes. The La Selva forests are a rider’s paradise, and this classic route captures the essence of what makes mountain biking in this region so unforgettable. Whether you’re carving through tight switchbacks, picking your way across exposed rock slabs, or letting loose on a fast, flowing descent, every turn of the pedals feels like an adventure.

Ride highlights

• A skills coaching stop on the steepest section
• Rock-slab traverses above Devesa Park
• A flowing descent finishing near Corçà
• Technical singletrack through La Selva forests
• A shuttle-assisted climb to skip the fire road

How the day unfolds

1. start

   Bike fit and briefing

   Meet your guide at Sarrià de Ter bridge, dial in saddle height and run through the route for the day.

2. +30m

   Out through La Selva forests

   A steady warm-up along quiet lanes into La Selva forests.

3. midpoint

   Cafe del Pont stop in Corçà

   Coffee and a snack at Cafe del Pont in the heart of Corçà.

4. final

   Back to Girona

   A gentle return leg with the best light of the day behind you.

What is included

On the road

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