Details of the Plazaola Greenway
Fantastic getaway between Pamplona and San Sebastian along the Plazaola Greenway by bicycle.
With a smooth route and away from the roads almost in its entirety, you will know the most unspoiled places of Leitzarán. Pedal through Atlantic forests, green slopes and villages between mountains in one of the most beautiful areas of the Basque Country and Navarre as well as being listed as a Natural Biotope.
The route runs almost entirely through the Plazaola Greenway, first in a slight ascent and then in gentle descent to Andoain. It is very pleasant to pedal without difficulties through its valleys, forests and small villages in the middle of mountains and green valleys. It also has 41 tunnels that make the experience even more interesting.
This cycling trip can be done in two versions:
2 stages and 2 nights. 95km approx. from Pamplona to San Sebastian.
3 stages and 3 nights. 120km approx. From Pamplona to San Sebastian + Donostia city.
Weekend option, 2 stages and 2 nights Pamplona – San Sebastián
Day 1: Arrival at the first hotel the night before the first stage. Arrival in Pamplona
It’s time to enjoy Pamplona, its streets, its castle and its gastronomy the day before starting to cycle. Here you will receive the bicycles if you have rented them. Today is a day to relax and get ready to cycle along the Plazaola Greenway.
Day 2: Pamplona – Lekunberri 40 km and 450 m of elevation gain
We will start pedaling towards the exit of the capital of Navarra. Under the watchful eye of Mount San Cristobal, we will approach the beginning of the Plazaola Greenway. We will ride the first kilometers of the route, ascending gently until we reach the old train station of Lekunberri.
Day 3: Lekunberri – San Sebastián 65 km and 170 m of elevation gain
The last stage is fascinating. As soon as we start pedaling, leaving behind the old station, we will suddenly enter a beautiful landscape. Green slopes, forests and valleys accompany us to the end of the Greenway. In its more than 40 tunnels we have to take shelter, and we will have to put our foot down in the mandatory detours to save the closed tunnels, but it will be worth it.
Extension in San Sebastian, 3 stages and 3 nights Pamplona – San Sebastian + Donostia’s capital city
Day 1: Arrival at the first hotel the night before the first stage. Arrival in Pamplona
It’s time to enjoy Pamplona, its streets, its castle and its gastronomy the day before starting to cycle. Here you will receive the bicycles if you have rented them. Today is a day to relax and get ready to cycle along the Plazaola Greenway.
Day 2: Pamplona – Lekunberri 40 km and 450 m of elevation gain
We will start pedaling towards the exit of the capital of Navarra. Under the watchful eye of Mount San Cristobal, we will approach the beginning of the Plazaola Greenway. We will ride the first kilometers of the route, ascending gently until we reach the old train station of Lekunberri.
Day 3: Lekunberri – San Sebastián 65 km and 170 m of elevation gain
The last stage is fascinating. As soon as we start pedaling, leaving behind the old station, we will suddenly enter a beautiful landscape. Green slopes, forests and valleys accompany us to the end of the Greenway. In its more than 40 tunnels we have to take shelter, and we will have to put our foot down in the mandatory detours to save the closed tunnels, but it will be worth it.
Day 4: Circular in San Sebastián 30 km
En el día de hoy es para conocer la preciosa San Sebastián: sus playas, callejuelas y barrios aledaños. Merece la pena además probar su gastronomía, los pintxos típicos de la ciudad…
The price includes
Optional services not included
What is it like to do the Plazaola Greenway?
Usual accommodations on the Plazaola Greenway by bike trip
The accommodations on this trip along the Plazaola Greenway have been selected for their quality and location, as close as possible to the route. Always valuing the comfort when arriving with the bicycle and inspected by our team. They are 3-4 star hotels and rural tourism accommodation, always in private rooms with bathroom and good food!
I am only one person, can I still book?
Yes, you can book as a single traveler.
Is it possible to rent a bike?
Yes, this trip can be done with either your bike or ours. You can choose it during the booking process, hybrid or electric mountain bikes are available.
Is the daily luggage transfer between accommodations included?
Yes, every day we will take your luggage to the next hotel. You only have to leave it at the reception desk, and we will take care of everything. Normally it will already be at the hotel when you arrive.
Is it possible to cancel?
We want to be as flexible as possible. Therefore, in case of unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to change the dates of the trip free of charge so that you can travel within the same year, as long as you let us know at least 3 weeks in advance.
And if your plans change and you want to cancel the trip before the start date, the following handling fees will apply:
– with more than 30 days, the management fees will be 20% of the amount of the trip.
– between 30 and 15 days, the handling fee will be 50% of the amount of the trip.
– with less than 14 days, the amount to be paid will be 100% of the amount of the trip.
In order to have more flexibility, we recommend taking out travel, assistance, CR and cancellation insurance. Check with us the conditions. Please note that the price of the insurance is not refunded once contracted in case of cancellation or modification.
Are there roads?
Practically the entire trip is on Vias Verdes, tracks or asphalt roads. If you make the stage to Valencia, there are a few kilometers of link that are made by road where you should drive with caution.
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