{"id":3072,"date":"2024-08-01T13:52:30","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T11:52:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.islantilla.es\/?p=3072"},"modified":"2025-04-29T21:40:00","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T19:40:00","slug":"en-bicicleta-por-la-costa-de-islantilla","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.islantilla.es\/en\/en-bicicleta-por-la-costa-de-islantilla\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycling along the Islantilla coast"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Much of the coast has been declared a Natural Site or Protected Nature Reserve. The result is unspoiled beaches, serene dunes and access to the sea and rivers. In this area you will find beautiful walking routes and spectacular cycling routes. They are not very difficult because there are no mountains in this area.<\/p>

The marshes of the Paraje Natural Marismas de Isla Cristina were created by sediment deposits from the Guadiana River, the border river between Portugal and Spain. The area you will cycle through is made up of reedy marshes and canals with countless water birds and flamingos. You can cross the rivers with your bike by boat or ferry, thus continuing your journey. The pine forests and dunes behind the beaches are also part of the natural area. Sometimes you suddenly cycle through strawberry fields: the best sun-ripened strawberries in Spain come from Huelva.<\/p>

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Routes at a glance<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

There are several options for cycling, both on and off road. We have listed them. You can also download them<\/a> from the website. The brochure with all the routes is available at the Islantilla Tourist Office.<\/p>

Road cycling routes<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 Piedras River Reservoir 70.7 km \u2013 Elevation difference 443 m<\/strong>
Route from Islantilla towards the R\u00edo Piedras Reservoir. It was built in 1968 and has a capacity of 60 hm3 of water. The watershed has a surface area of 800 hectares and supplies water to the entire western coast of Huelva.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 El Portil \u2013 Aljaraque 73.9 km \u2013 Elevation difference 568 m<\/strong>
Route that starts in Islantilla and runs along flat paths between pine forests and stretches of road parallel to the sea, passing through Cartaya and El Portil to Aljaraque.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 Sanl\u00facar 115.5 km \u2013 Elevation difference 1022 m<\/strong>
Route from Islantilla with spectacular views. This route requires experience on the slopes. From Sanl\u00facar you can enjoy beautiful views over the river to the Portuguese town of Alcoutim.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 Isla Cristina Marshes 62.3 km \u2013 Elevation difference 218 m<\/strong>
Route that starts in Islantilla and runs through the impressive area of marshes and swamps of the Paraje Natural Marismas de Isla Cristina.<\/p>

MTB cycling routes<\/strong><\/span><\/h6>

Islantilla \u2013 Isla Cristina 43.4 km \u2013 Elevation difference 195 m<\/strong>
Route from Islantilla through the dunes to Isla Cristina along the Chameleon Route and back through the salt extraction areas and La Redondela.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 San Silvestre 67.7 km \u2013 Elevation difference 568 m<\/strong>
The route from Islantilla passes through various places such as La Redondela and Villablanca, and leads to San Silvestre de Guzm\u00e1n.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 R\u00edo Piedras 70.7 km \u2013 Elevation difference 444 m<\/strong>
Route from Islantilla along various paths to the large water basin of the Piedras River. The route is a little more difficult than the others due to several descents and ascents.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 Coastal Trail \u2013 Lepe 24.2 km \u2013 Elevation difference 128 m<\/strong>
Easy route that starts in Islantilla and arrives in Lepe through the marshy area of the Paraje Natural Marismas del R\u00edo Piedras.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 El Rompido (MTB) 77.6 km \u2013 Elevation difference 424 m<\/strong>
Route that leaves Islantilla and arrives at El Rompido passing through El Terr\u00f3n, Lepe and Cartaya.<\/p>

Islantilla \u2013 Greenway- Ayamonte 18.5 km \u2013 Elevation difference 39 m<\/strong>
Route that starts in the Islantilla Community and heads to Ayamonte through an area rich in birds and marshes.<\/p>

Discover the authentic Andalusia<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

Islantilla is home to everything you would expect from Spain. Dance and music, flamenco, wine, villages and old towns with beautiful architecture. It's all there. The sun, which lights up the white spots in the landscape, the beaches with azure water and the
delicious restaurants serving fresh seafood. Of course, enjoying the local cuisine is also part of a cycling holiday.<\/p>

Practical tips<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

You can organize the tours yourself and do them with your own bike or with a rental bike. Many hotels are bike-friendly. You can also rent good bikes at most hotels. It is advisable to book in advance. In the Islantilla Active Centre<\/a> (3) On Avenida de Riofr\u00edo there is a well-equipped bicycle station where you can store, wash, maintain or repair your bike. Tel: +34 959 646 028<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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