| The mountainous region of Andalucia in Southern | | | | gorgeous scenery to enjoy, with the mountain trails |
| Spain is a haven for mountain bike enthusiasts and | | | | providing some spectacular views of valleys, forests |
| sun worshippers alike. The region contains some of | | | | and lakes, as well as a variety of wildlife and birds of |
| the main tourist resorts, such as Malaga and Sevilla, | | | | prey. |
| as well as a multitude of resorts dotted along the | | | | There are a number of companies in the region that |
| vast coastline. | | | | specialise in mountain bike holidays, who offer a |
| Many tourists head to Andalucia to holiday in the | | | | range of packages to suit all levels of ability. Many will |
| many resorts along the Costa Del Sol, including | | | | offer the chance to explore the local area in |
| Marbella and Torremolinos. However, for those who | | | | between excursions, before returning to a villa to |
| are looking to escape the beach and head for the | | | | relax and recuperate from your ride, refuelling with |
| hills, the mountainous regions offer the perfect | | | | some traditional Spanish cuisine in the evening. Many |
| opportunity to embark on skiing and off-road | | | | will transport yourself and your bike to the top of |
| mountain biking excursions. | | | | the mountain trails at the start of the day, |
| Andalucia is known for its rolling hills, miles of bike | | | | rendezvousing at certain points during the trip before |
| tracks and Mediterranean climate, making it one of | | | | returning to your accommodation after a day's |
| the most popular destinations for cycling enthusiasts. | | | | cycling. |
| Enthusiasts head for the Sierra Nevada region, around | | | | Flights are usually not included in these packages, but |
| two hours inland from the Costa Del Sol, to take | | | | many of the best trails are a stone's throw away |
| advantage of the miles of cycle tracks and pistes. | | | | from Malaga airport. If you're looking to bring your |
| Indeed, mountain biking in the region is one of the | | | | own bike, bear in mind that you may face expensive |
| best ways to experience the vast and varied terrain | | | | transport costs, however many companies will |
| that it has to offer, with some spectacular views | | | | provide the equipment you need to make the most |
| along the way. Whether you're looking to take a | | | | of your holiday. |
| leisurely ride along picturesque forest trails, country | | | | So whether you're looking to take in the scenary on |
| routes that take you alongside plantations and | | | | a leisurely ride along forest trails, or to take on the |
| through small villages, or taking on the challenging of | | | | challenge of rugged and steep mountain trails, the |
| steep downhill descents, the Costa Del Sol offers | | | | Sierra Nevada is certainly a location to consider when |
| routes for all levels. | | | | you're searching for places to go mountain biking. And |
| Along the routes there is the opportunity to take in | | | | with coastal resorts not too far away, it can be a |
| the stunning scenary of the Andalucian region. The | | | | perfect way of combining sun, sea, sand and sheer |
| national park at Montes De Malaga has some | | | | exhilaration into a memorable holiday. |