Dive deep into Andalusian trails, flavors, and culture with this perfectly paced 7-day e-MTB adventure! Over five active days, we’ll ride through chestnut forests, oak meadows, and remote villages, with highlights like river swims, technical descents, and visits to historic sites like Almonaster’s mosque. Our base for the week will be Finca el Moro, a family farm where we’ll enjoy fresh-cooked meals and a relaxed, authentic setting. With an expert guide, quality e-bike rental, all meals, and group transfers included, this trip is a seamless way to explore the very best of this unique corner of Spain.
The adventure begins with a shuttle pickup from Seville Airport (SVQ) at 4pm or Torre del Oro in Seville center at 4:30pm. Once we’ve arrived at Finca el Moro, we’ll settle into our Casitas (cottages) before gathering for dinner on the terrace of the Cortijo (main house), where we’ll learn about the week ahead over dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Traditional cottage at Finca el Moro
After breakfast, we set off for our first outing, heading south to the magnificent Sierra de la Virgen. We’ll pedal along the ridge that joins Fuenteheridos to Castaño del Robledo through centuries-old chestnut forests before descending a winding single into the picturesque village of Alajar for a coffee break. The journey continues past the abandoned village of Los Madroñeros with its ancient cobbled paths before reaching Aracena for lunch. Return to the Finca for poolside relaxation and a home-cooked meal on the Cortijo terrace.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Riding: 39 km / 24.2 miles
Elevation: 900 m / 2,953 ft
Accommodation: Traditional cottage at Finca el Moro
Today’s playful trails wind through La Dehesa’s vast oak meadows, home to the famous Iberian pig. The rolling terrain is perfect for high speeds! We’ll visit a local farm to learn how the Iberian pig lives and how it is farmed before tasting its delicious Serrano ham over lunch at our host’s parents’ home, a restored farmhouse where they now raise cattle. The farmhouse owners will share stories of discovering this hidden corner of Spain after their travels in East Africa in the 80’s. We’ll then head back to the Finca for some relaxation before dinner
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Riding: 47 km / 29.2 miles
Elevation: 1,000 m / 3,281 ft
Accommodation: Traditional cottage at Finca el Moro
The day begins with a visit to the pilgrimage site of La Peña de Arias Montano. Perched above dramatic cliffs, the site offers magnificent views and a glimpse into the folk tradition of the Romerías. After coffee, the route leads us through a majestic narrow canyon to the Santa Ana plain, where cattle graze in pastoral landscapes. We’ll have lunch in the picturesque Santa Ana village and then return through the forest with plenty of playful flow trail-style singles.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Riding: 39 km / 24.2 miles
Elevation: 1,100 m / 3,609 ft
Accommodation: Traditional cottage at Finca el Moro
Today’s route takes us towards the Portuguese border via old mule-track singles. We’ll ride along the Río Múrtiga to El Batán’s secret swimming pools, where we’ll stop for coffee and a swim. We continue through Jabugo, famed for its Jamón de Jabugo, before reaching the village of Almonaster to explore its 9th-century mosque and Arab architecture. The return journey towards El Moro will be more challenging, full of singles, rock chutes, and canyons—perfect for honing your MTB skills.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Riding: 48 km / 29.8 miles
Elevation: 1,400 m / 4,593 ft
Accommodation: Traditional cottage at Finca el Moro
For our final day, we’ll head east towards the famous Toro (bull) country, riding mainly on the plains of the Sierra, shaded by cork oaks. While easier in elevation, the singles keep the excitement high! We’ll have lunch at Finca Banega, where the Perez family has lived for generations. We’ll share our last dinner and a glass of wine at Finca el Moro and retrace our route on the Sierra map.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Riding: 42 km / 26 miles
Elevation: 800 m / 2,625 ft
Accommodation: Traditional cottage at Finca el Moro
After breakfast, we’ll say our goodbyes and head back to Seville. If you want to extend your stay in Sevilla, you can get some good recommendations before departing the Finca!
Meals: Breakfast
To join this adventure, you need to be able to ride a 25kg (55lbs) E-bike. For safety and proper bike fit, riders should be at least 156cm (5’1″) tall.
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These e-MTB holidays in Andalucia, Spain require moderate fitness and some mountain biking experience. You should be comfortable spending 4-5 hours daily in the saddle for 5 consecutive biking days. If you mountain bike fairly regularly, enjoy navigating challenging terrain, and want to improve your MTB skills, you’ll enjoy this adventure!
You’ll cover 39-48 km (24-30 miles) daily, with elevation gains from 800 to 1,400m (2,625 to 4,593 ft). While the e-assist helps on climbs, you should be comfortable handling a 25kg (55lbs) bike on varied terrain ranging from 4×4 tracks and bridle ways to technical sections.
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You’ll spend these e-MTB holidays in Andalucia, Spain riding a Moustache Trail 5, a comfortable, full-suspension e-MTB perfect for the Sierra’s mountainous terrain. Its electric assist makes the uphills a breeze while keeping the ride smooth and fun on descents. Multiple sizes are available to ensure a great fit for every rider, with a minimum height requirement of 156 cm (5’1”) for proper bike fit.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
E-MTB holidays in Andalucia, Spain can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has bikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your e-MTB holidays in Andalucia, Spain is Seville, Spain. To get there, most people fly into Seville Airport (SVQ). An arranged shuttle will pick you up from Seville Airport at 4pm on Day 0 of the adventure. If you’re already in Seville, you can catch the shuttle at 4:30pm in the city center, next to the Torre del Oro. You will then meet your guide and host at Finca el Moro.
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