{"id":1437,"date":"2021-08-20T14:15:05","date_gmt":"2021-08-20T14:15:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingdestination.cc\/?p=1437"},"modified":"2026-10-05T14:30:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T14:30:23","slug":"vuelta-alert-cycling-on-the-costa-blanca","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingdestination.cc\/en\/verhalen\/vuelta-alert-fietsen-aan-de-costa-blanca","title":{"rendered":"5 tips for cycling on the Costa Blanca"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spain is an ideal destination for cycling. We have already written about the cycling paradise Mallorca<\/a> and about Tenerife<\/a> as wonderful \u2018year-round\u2019 destinations. A slightly more familiar destination is the Costa Blanca. The region around Alicante, and in particular Calpe, is very popular with cyclists. Many professional teams set up their winter training camps in this region. Due to the good roads, good temperatures and also the beautiful climbs, you can fully enjoy yourself as a cyclist here. The riders finish their races on the Balcon d\u2019Alicante, which in itself is already a wonderful challenge. We asked our friends from Allure Bike rental<\/a> To give you some nice tips and to avoid any unexpected surprises, here comes the next column! Here are 5 tips for cycling on the Costa Blanca!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Coll de Rates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If climbing is synonymous with the Costa Blanca, then the Coll de Rates is it. From the very beginning, the climb is 14km long and can be climbed from two sides. The percentages will not scare an average professional cyclist. And that is precisely why it is a great training climb. The legs get warm and the last stretch is a good challenge. With a maximum of 8% on the north side and 9% on the south side, it is the perfect way to get used to the more challenging work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coll de Rates<\/a>, Bolulla, Spain<\/p>\u2022 Distance: 14 km, Elevation: 533 m, Average grade: 4.8 %<\/blockquote>