Routes for mountain biking in the province of Badajoz

Rutas para salir en bicicleta de montaña en la provincia de Badajoz

Badajoz is the largest province in Spain and an ideal destination for both mountain bike enthusiasts and those who enjoy road cycling. With 21,766 km² of territory, it offers spectacular routes that cross varied landscapes, from the vast dehesa fields between Badajoz and Mérida to the more demanding terrain of the Sierra Suroeste, perfect for mountain biking with mountain bikes. In contrast, the plains of the comarca de la Serena, with their gentler relief, are the perfect setting for long days on road bikes.

But Badajoz is not only a paradise for cycling; it is a land rich in history and heritage. The province is one of the most important stops on the Ruta de la Plata, a historic route that connects Seville with the north of the peninsula, up to Astorga. This route, which follows the ancient Roman road, is perfect for cycle tourists looking for a combination of challenge and culture on their journey.

If you visit the area, you can't miss exploring by bike the two most important cities in the province: Badajoz and Mérida, both with a special charm to discover either by road bike or mountain bike. In addition, towns with great tradition such as Almendralejo, Villanueva de la Serena or Zafra also offer interesting routes, combining asphalt and dirt roads to suit all types of cyclists.

Whether you are passionate about MTB and looking for technical trails or prefer to ride at a steady pace on secondary roads with gentle slopes, Badajoz has endless possibilities to enjoy cycling in the heart of nature.


Guadiana Footbridge

XC route route Marathon through the southern outskirts of the city of Badajoz, passing through beautiful landscapes of the Extremadura dehesa. We recommend doing it especially in spring, when the meadows and pastures are at their greenest and most splendid. Along trails and tracks, we can visit the Roman ruins of La Cocosa and enter the banks of the Guadiana River, which we cross via a footbridge.

Mérida - Vía de la Plata

Circular route starting and ending in Mérida, the capital of Extremadura. The route circles around the Proserpina reservoir, crossing the typical dehesa fields, which are best visited in winter and spring, when they reach their peak beauty. The route is easy, suitable for all types of bikers. There are only two significant climbs, both on well-maintained tracks, so they won't be a major obstacle for beginner cyclists. This route is one of the sections of the second part of the Ruta de la Plata, the ancient Roman communication route that connected Mérida with Astorga, now turned into a highly attractive cycling itinerary.

Route through the Valle de la Serena

Badajoz is not just flatland and steppe. You can also do highly attractive MTB routes, such as this one we suggest, which is part of the Maratón Puerto la Cabra race, with 46.4 kilometers in length and 817 meters of elevation gain. This route features up to 7 climbs, the last one being particularly tough. It's a route we recommend doing at any time of year, though if possible try to avoid the summer months. Temperatures in the area can be especially high during the middle hours of the day.