Peratallada Picnic Getaway

Escape the bustle of Girona on two wheels with our Peratallada Picnic Getaway, a self-guided adventure through Catalonia’s lush Fluvià river basin. This moderate ride—perfect for families or those seeking relaxed exploration—unfolds along 83 kilometres of flat tarmac lanes, where the rhythmic hum of tires meets only the distant chirp of crickets. The gentle gradients and shaded paths keep the pace leisurely, ideal for children or beginners eager to savour the countryside at their own speed.

Your journey begins at Girona Bike Centre on Carrer de la Rutlla, where the quiet roads soon give way to verdant expanses. A highlight awaits in Peratallada, a medieval village of honeyed stone and ivy-clad walls, where an ice-cream stop becomes a sweet interlude before continuing toward the Fluvià Riverbanks. Here, the landscape softens into car-free greenways, their surfaces smooth beneath your wheels as sunlight filters through overhanging willows. The air carries the scent of damp earth and wild herbs, while the river’s murmur provides a soothing soundtrack.

A picnic pause near the water’s edge offers the chance to unwind with local cheeses, fresh bread, and crisp wine, the perfect reward after miles of scenic riding. Fuel up for the final stretch at Espresso Mafía, where strong coffee and artisanal pastries refill your energy reserves. The return route traces quiet lanes past golden fields and scattered olive groves, the landscape bathed in the warm glow of late afternoon light. With just 813 metres of elevation gain spread gently across the day, every hill feels like a welcome challenge rather than an obstacle. This is cycling as it should be: unhurried, immersive, and deeply rewarding for riders of all levels.

Ride highlights

• An ice-cream break in Peratallada
• A flat, car-free greenway through Fluvià river basin
• Gentle gradients suitable for children and beginners
• A picnic stop near Fluvià Riverbanks
• Shaded paths away from traffic

How the day unfolds

1. 08:30

   Bike fit and coffee

   Meet your guide at Girona bike centre, Carrer de la Rutlla, fit the bike and take on a coffee before rolling out.

2. 09:15

   Into Fluvià river basin

   The first stretch warms the legs on quiet roads towards Fluvià river basin.

3. 10:45

   The Els Àngels section

   The main effort of the day, with the guide setting a steady, sustainable pace.

4. 12:30

   Lunch near Peratallada

   A relaxed stop for food in or near Peratallada, with the bikes in view.

5. 14:30

   Past Fluvià Riverbanks

   An easier afternoon section taking in Fluvià Riverbanks.

6. 16:30

   Return to Girona

   A final flowing stretch back into the city with a drink waiting on arrival.

What is included

On the road

Good to know