MTB (Self-Guided) - Bandits Trail - 45km Intermediate

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)

This circular route takes you along some of the old hillside trails and paths which ran between the secret caves and hiding places of Andalucia’s famous 19th century bandits. Back then, they used these “Rutas de los Bandoleros“ to evade the attentions of the authorities but the trails serve us better these days as superb cross-country mountain biking and hiking routes.

This ride begins with a climb from Ronda up high into the hills above the village of Arriate. You will pass bodegas (wineries) which produce some fine local wines and enjoy fantastic panoramas over the valley of the Serrania de Ronda. The Natural Parks of Sierra de Grazalema and Sierra de las Nieves are also visible on the horizon. We then drop down into the river valley to visit the picturesque village of Setenil de las Bodegas, with its unusual cave houses, where you can take a short refreshment break before returning up through open countryside and farmland to Ronda. Note: This route includes long ascents.

What's Included

Water Bottle
Quality Mountain Bike
Helmet

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet outside Ronda train station for bike set-up and briefing. Free street parking in nearby streets or inexpensive parking in station car park. Or if you are driving to Ronda, request meet at our base, 5 mins drive from Ronda (free parking) and start the ride from ours.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Cross-country mountain bike ride using hillside tracks and trails.
A circular ride from Ronda through the surrounding countryside and the village of Setenil de las Bodegas. Plenty of hill climbing and some rocky descents make this a varied riding experience.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Hike + Bike The Sierras

Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Bike Tours
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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