Mountains to Mediterranean: Bike the greenway to Valencia

Ride the Ojos Negros, Spain's longest greenway, from the mountains of Teruel all the way to Valencia and the Mediterranean sea on this spectacular self-guided bike tour.

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

Level: 3 or Intermediate

Price from: 1.820,00€

Dates: Early March to the end of October

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Our Ojos Negros bike tour invites you to discover Valencia far from the hectic coastal roads and crowded tourist hotspots.

Following the country’s longest greenway, you'll pedal along quiet, car-free paths once used by a historic mining railway, crossing valleys, plateaus, and forgotten rural landscapes. This journey feels like slipping into a secret Spain—raw, authentic, and beautifully remote.

Across six memorable stages - and three different provinces - our Ojos Negros bike tour offers something rare: the freedom to travel slowly, fully immersed in nature, far from traffic—and far from the ordinary. It’s a route for explorers, for those who appreciate authenticity and subtle beauty, and for cyclists who seek the simple joy of moving through the world at the pace of the wind.

Highlights

Explore the city of Valencia and see its transformation towards design and style.
Enjoy the pleasant Mediterranean climate, with over 300 days of sunshine a year.
Relaxed cycling over moderate mountain terrain, through endless almond, olive, and orange trees.
Fabulous local gastronomy – don’t miss the chance to try the original paella valenciana!
Admire the UNESCO World Heritage Mudéjar art in Teruel.
Fantastic cycling along the longest traffic-free cycle path in Spain.

Gastronomy

Valencian gastronomy celebrates its fertile “huerta”, bringing together local produce such as oranges, rice, chufa (tiger nuts), and olives in iconic dishes like authentic Valencian paella, arròs a banda, fideuà, and the beloved horchata with fartons. Inland in Castellón, hearty comfort foods such as olla de la Plana, caragols en salsa, ximo de Castellón, and traditional cocas and pastissets showcase the region’s rustic flavours.

Wines

Valencian wines reflect a sunny Mediterranean terroir, with standout native grapes such as Bobal, Monastrell, and Moscatel producing fresh rosés, expressive reds, and aromatic whites. From the coastal vineyards of Valencia to the inland bodegas of Castellón, you’ll find everything from traditional family-run wineries to innovative projects crafting modern, characterful wines.

Average climate in Valencia, Spain (past 12 months)

Data	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Max Temp (°C)	15	19.2	17.4	21	24.3	29.7	30.9	31.8	27.9	23.7	19.7	15.8
Min Temp (°C)	8.1	11	9.4	12.8	16	21.9	24	24.1	20.5	16.5	11.2	9.4
Rain (mm)	44.4	14.2	58	20.7	28.7	4	20.4	3.3	104.5	146.8	12.8	104.4

Day by day

Day 1: Albarracín (Arrival day)

Accomodation: Hotel Albarracín

Welcome to your bike tour of Valencia and the Ojos Negros greenway!

Day 2: Albarracín - Teruel

Route: 44.7 km/27.8 miles Elevation: +596 m/1955 ft

Accomodation: Hotel Palacio de la Marquesa

Meals included: Breakfast

Today’s stage takes you along a quiet asphalt road through Los Pinares de Rodeno, a beautiful natural park filled with dramatic viewpoints and prehistoric cave paintings. You’ll ride through the small rural villages of Bezas, Campillo, and San Blas before following the valleys of the Guadalaviar and Turia rivers all the way to Teruel, a UNESCO World Heritage city.

Day 3: Teruel - Estación de la Mora

Route: 46.4 km/28.8 miles Elevation: +481 m/1578 ft

Accomodation: La Casa de la Estación

Meals included: Breakfast

Leaving the city behind, today’s route takes you deep into rural Teruel. You’ll cycle through pine forests and along sparkling rivers, climbing to Puerto de Escandón, a former mining station, before crossing the Sierra Javalambre mountain range.

Day 4: Estación de la Mora - Segorbe

Route: 67 km/41.6 miles Elevation: +292 m/958 ft

Accomodation: Hotel Spa Martín el Humano

Meals included: Breakfast

Your route begins by passing through the Albentosa tunnel, then crossing the route’s highest viaduct, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. From here, you’ll pedal through oak forests toward the El Palancar mine station, which marks the border between the provinces of Teruel and Castellón.

Day 5: Segorbe – Canet

Route: 40.4 km/25.1 miles Elevation: +176 m/577 ft

Accomodation: Hotel Baru

Meals included: Breakfast

Today’s stage offers a relaxed, mostly downhill ride towards the coast. You’ll cycle through the fragrant pine forests of Sierra Calderona Natural Park and past endless orange groves before reaching the sparkling Mediterranean in Canet d’En Berenguer.

Day 6: Canet – Valencia

Route: 45.5km/28.3 miles Elevation: +130m/+427 ft

Accomodation: SH Inglés Boutique Hotel

Today’s route blends history, culture, and coastal charm as you cycle from the shores of Canet through ancient towns and fertile farmland into the vibrant city of Valencia.

Day 7: Albufera loop ride

Route: 31.4 km/21.1 miles Elevation: +79 m/+260 ft

Accomodation: SH Inglés Boutique Hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

This scenic loop ride takes you from Valencia into the heart of the Albufera Natural Park, a serene landscape of shimmering lagoons, rice fields, and shaded pine forests. Pedal along quiet country roads and dedicated cycle paths, immersing yourself in the park’s rich biodiversity, where herons, egrets, and other birdlife glide over the water and endemic plants dot the wetlands.

Day 8: Departure day

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, your Valencia bike tour comes to an end. If you require any assistance with your onward travels, please contact our Bike Spain Tours team.

Arrival/departure

Accommodation

Hotel Albarracín

Hotel Albarracín sits in the heart of the old town, blending historic charm with panoramic views over the river and surrounding hills. Its warm, traditional interiors and quiet atmosphere make it the perfect base to experience Albarracín’s timeless beauty.

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Hotel Palacio de la Marquesa

Hotel Palacio de la Marquesa blends refined contemporary comfort with the elegance of a restored historic palace in the heart of Teruel. Its calm, stylish rooms and inviting communal spaces make it an ideal retreat after a day exploring the city’s Mudéjar heritage.

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La Casa de la Estación

Casa de la Estación offers rustic comfort and warm hospitality in a historic farmhouse surrounded by quiet countryside. Nestled in a region where the night sky remains remarkably dark thanks to its “Starlight Reserve” status, it’s an ideal base for truffle‑infused meals by day and star-gazing by night.

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Hotel Spa Martín el Humano

This restored 18th-century hospital is located in Segorbe, in the Sierra Calderona Nature Reserve. It offers a spa, an attractive covered terrace and modern, air-conditioned rooms.

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Hotel Baru

Nestled on the untamed shores of Almardá (Sagunto), the brand-new Hotel Baru offers a beachfront experience like no other. Hotel Barú offers an outdoor pool and views of Almardá Beach and the Mediterranean Sea, and boasts two restaurants.

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SH Inglés Boutique Hotel

SH Inglés Boutique Hotel offers an elegant stay in the historic heart of Valencia, set within a beautifully restored 18th-century palace. With stylish rooms and a refined atmosphere just steps from key landmarks, it’s the perfect base for exploring the city’s culture, cuisine, and charm.

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