Join us for 3 days riding from our Basecamp in the heart of the Sierra Norte de Sevilla Natural Park and discover the beautiful semi desert and Eucalyptus forests of these mini mountains. The networks of gravel tracks and trails are so quiet, it’s as if they are reserved just for us cyclists!
Join a group of 8 to 12 people to live a unique experience. Bring your bike or rent ours (extra charge). Electric gravel bikes available too.
Don't have a gravel bike yet or don't want to travel with one? You can rent one directly from us:
180 euros for a muscular gravel bike
240 euros for an electric gravel bike
Possibility to privatise the group from 8 people - contact us for more information.
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We’ve done the exploring to discover three day rides from our basecamp on blissfully quiet trails. You’ll be amongst the pioneers of gravel riding in these parts!
Our basecamp is the Dehesa Don Pedro, a traditional Spanish finca (farm) lovingly renovated into a boutique hotel by Jean Pierre, the director. He and his team will welcome you, and treat you to their local specialities and exceptional service.
Each ride is lead by one of our qualified and experienced guides, allowing you to focus on the ride and enjoy this beautiful region. From secret farm tracks to sweeping vistas, there’s a bit of everything here, all topped off by tapas and local drinks.
The combination of wide smooth tracks with the rolling landscape makes the Sierra Norte an ideal destination to try out gravel riding and get off the beaten track on an adventure.
It’s not just about the bike though! Downtime and relaxation are important parts of all our trips, with yoga and meditation sessions for you to join if you would like. It’s all designed to help you get the most out of your long weekend in an exceptional location.
Whether you’re new to gravel riding, or a seasoned pro looking for a winter adventure in the sun, this is the perfect bike trip. You’ll discover a little known part of Andalusia where nature, local culture and gastronomy are an important part of life and just a stone’s throw from the bright lights of Seville.
Our guide is eager to make you discover the tracks of the Sierra Morena. She will ensure your safety and will share with you various tips and tricks on how to ride on gravel paths.
As a bike mechanic, she is the best person to help you discover the region. Anecdotes, encounters and sharing of experiences, she will make sure that you have an unforgettable stay and above all that you soak up as much as possible of this fabulous territory.
Spoken languages: French, English
Ride on the Graxx, the carbon Gravel bike from the French brand Origine that combines performance, versatility, and lightness (only 8.1kg).
At ease on the road as well as on paths, the Graxx filters terrain imperfections through suspension tuning. Coupled with a comfortable and secure geometry and generous tire sections, it allows for engaging routes to be undertaken safely.
Price of the rental on this trip: 100 EUR (to be paid at the time of online booking).
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On this destination you will be able to ride the eGravel HELP from the French brand Origine.
The Help is one of the most sporty and lightweight electric Gravel bikes that exists. It is the ideal bike for your off-road adventures, with a reduced weight that allows for transport in any circumstance. This bike retains the dynamic qualities of a muscular gravel, with its battery incorporated inside the diagonal tube for a total weight of only 12 kilograms.
Price of the rental on this trip: 140 euros to be paid at the time of online booking).
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The complete list will be sent to you a few weeks before your expedition. You will find here the few essential items that you may not have at home:
Cycling shorts with chamois to be more comfortable
Bike gloves to avoid blisters
Cycling shoes
The territories we cross offer an environment that can sometimes be demanding depending on the weather conditions. We evolve in a mountainous landscape where the cumulative difference in altitude can quickly be important.
To fully enjoy this expedition, we recommend that you practice an endurance sport such as jogging, swimming or cycling, at least once a week. Having already done at least 3 hours of cycling will allow you to feel more comfortable and to better enjoy the breathtaking landscapes you will cross.
The use of automatic pedals is recommended but not mandatory, we allow the use of flat pedals. It is important to be able to stand up on the pedals in order to negotiate certain descents and climbs.
By plane : Seville airport
By train : Sevilla-Santa Justa train station
As soon as you arrive in Seville, our teams will take care of you and drive you directly to our base camp where the experience will begin. Plan an arrival at 6pm on your first day and a departure after 4pm on your last day.
Equipment
Yes, our expeditions will go on paths and small roads where neither road bikes nor mountain bikes will be suitable.
You can bring your own gravel bike or hire one from ours. Our well specced bikes with tubeless tires means a much lower risk of punctures and mechanical problems during your trip.
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And if you want even more information, don't hesitate to contact us directly by email at bonjour@gravelup.earth so that we can help you choose the type of expedition that will suit you best.
Logistic
You can cancel at any time before the start of the trip subject to payment of a cancellation fee. If the cancellation occurs:
More than 90 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 75% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 100%
Between 61 and 90 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 50% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 75%
Between 31 and 60 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 25% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 75%
30 days or less prior to Departure => No Refund OR Trip Credit of 50%
Please note that a Trip Credit cannot be converted to a refund at a later date.
To protect yourself against last minute cancellation, we advise you to subscribe to our cancellation insurance through our partner Chapka insurance, with a guarantee which also covers you in case of contracting the Covid-19. Please note that such insurance can only be subscribed within 48 hours following the order of your trip. Subscription link available here.
Important: the realisation of the trip is conditional on the registration of a minimum number of participants to guarantee the departure. We commit ourselves to confirm a trip at the latest 30 days before the departure date. In the event that the trip cannot take place because the minimum number of participants is not reached, you will be reimbursed for any sums paid but will not be entitled to any compensation. You will be informed by email whether or not a trip is confirmed.
Ride through the heart of the Sierra Morena Natural Park on our five day adventure from Seville. Discover the best of Andalusia by bike and make the most of the winter sunshine.
