Do you enjoy cycling with your family? Then you're in the perfect place. The Region of Valencia offers plenty of routes, paths and landscapes to enjoy cycle touring with children and teenagers, whether you're a beginner or an experienced cyclist. The best thing is that here the weather is good most of the year, so any time is ideal to get on your bike and discover new places on wheels.
In the three provinces -Castellón, Valencia and Alicante- there are proposals for all tastes: from safe and flat Greenways, to paths by the sea, trails through natural environments or rides that take you to discover charming villages. And most importantly, many of these routes are adapted for families, with rest areas, areas to stop and play and landscapes that will surprise you with every pedal stroke. In addition, more and more family accommodation in the Region of Valencia has services focused on cycle touring, such as parking for bicycles, an area for repairing them or repairing the wheels... Including those with the Tour & Kids seal!
In this article we are going to recommend activities, companies, accommodation and ideal destinations for those who want to practice cycle tourism with the family throughout the Region of Valencia, so that your getaway with children and teenagers... Everything on wheels! Get ready to live adventures on wheels, breathe fresh air and discover wonderful places together.
Proposals with which to enjoy cycle touring with the family, in the Region of Valencia
TAO Bike (Benidorm): sustainable tourism and cycling routes for the whole family
TAO Bike is an electric bike hire and guided tours company in Benidorm, ideal for discovering the city and its surroundings in a fun, ecological way, designed for all ages. Their commitment to sustainable tourism leads them to offer experiences that take care of the environment and make getting around as a family comfortable, safe and hassle-free.
With their electric bikes, you can explore Benidorm, the Serra Gelada Natural Park, El Albir, Altea or Villajoyosa effortlessly, without depending on the car or looking for parking. They also have accessories for the little ones, such as pushchairs, double trailers or tandems, so that everyone can join in the adventure.
And if you are MTB lovers, you have to know their new proposal TAO e-Xtreme, with guided routes and electric mountain bike rental, perfect for the more intrepid. Does your bike need a tune-up? They also have their own bike workshop.
A perfect option for discovering the area by pedal stroke, without polluting and enjoying the most authentic tourism with the family.
Turiart (Valencia): educational and sustainable bike tours for school groups
If you are looking for a safe, fun and educational way to get to know Valencia in a group, Turiart's bike tours are an ideal option. Specialising in activities for school groups and teenagers, they organise guided bike tours along the old Turia riverbed, one of the largest and most beautiful green spaces in the city.
These routes usually last between 2 and 3 hours and are designed for participants to discover the greenest and most sustainable Valencia, far from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The routes usually start at the Torres de Serranos and go all the way through the Turia Park to the City of Arts and Sciences and, if the group allows, can even extend to the port area.
Turiart adapts its proposals according to the age, interests and profile of the group, ensuring a comfortable, safe and very enriching experience. A great way to get to know Valencia by pedalling, while learning and enjoying yourself in contact with nature.
Family friendly accommodation... And Bike Friendly!
Hotel Bonalba (Mutxamel, Alicante): relax, fun and bikes for everyone.
If you are thinking of combining a family holiday with a cycling break in the province of Alicante, Hotel Bonalba, in Mutxamel, is a fantastic option. Here they take care of all the details to make cycling families feel at home, both inside the accommodation and in the plans that can be enjoyed in the surrounding area.
The hotel has spacious family rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, a play area and children's entertainment activities at weekends and during the high season. In addition, the buffet restaurant includes options adapted for the little ones, which makes everything much more comfortable.
For lovers of two wheels, there is a Bike Centre with a secure storage area, a basic workshop, a space for cleaning bikes and the possibility of renting them through local partners. But best of all, they offer personalised routes from the hotel itself, adapted to different levels and ages.
And if you need more practical information to organise your getaway, you can take a look at their website, where they have a specific section for cycling families: Cycling at Hotel Bonalba.
Gran Hotel Peñíscola (Castellón): bike friendly accommodation for the whole family to enjoy
The Gran Hotel Peñíscola is a great option for combining beach, relaxation and cycling tourism with children and teenagers. It is part of the Castellón Cycling network and is fully adapted to welcome cycling families.
It has secure bike storage, a washing area, a basic workshop and a laundry for sportswear. They also offer a flexible breakfast, picnic option and SPA with massages, ideal for relaxing after the route.
You can rent bicycles, including electric bikes and bikes with child seats, and enjoy personalised routes from the hotel for all levels. Everything is designed so that all you have to worry about is pedalling and having fun together.
You have all the information you need on their website: www.granhotelpeniscola.com/cycling
Estimar Calpe Suitopia: Betting on cycling tourism for more than 10 years now
Estimar Calpe Suitopia is today a renowned hotel, a reference for professional teams from all over the world as well as for national and international clients who are fans of this sport.
In this accommodation, families can rent bicycles and enjoy an ideal destination to know and travel with it: walks along the beach, the rock, the lagoons ... and a city like Calpe fully adapted and qualified as BIKE Friendly for its special climatic conditions, orographic and low vehicle traffic on its roads during the winter, as well as the kilometres of bike lanes offered by the city.
The hotel has the official seal of the Royal Spanish Cycling Federation, the Bike Territory consideration and various services and advantages for cyclists, which has earned the trust over the years of major professional sports teams such as TELEFONICA. COFIDIS, QUCKSTEP, among many others.
They also have a specialised BIKE CENTER, with a workshop for repairing bicycles, as well as a bicycle storage and cleaning area for customers.
Families who want to enjoy cycling at ESTIMAR CALPE SUITOPIA, can count on the experience and know-how of our teams in the special needs of those who like to explore by bike, as well as an ideal starting point to explore the destination and enjoy the summer in Calpe. You can also rent, store, repair or clean your bicycles in the Hotel's Bike Centre, or bring them up to your room if you wish.
Destinations in the Region of Valencia where you can enjoy cycle touring with the family
L'Alt Maestrat (Castellón): cycling through nature, history and unique landscapes
The Alt Maestrat region, in inland Castellón, is a real paradise for those who want to experience cycle touring with the family in a spectacular natural setting. Here you will find routes for both mountain biking and road cycling, with options adapted to different levels and with sections that are ideal for children and teenagers.
Among the most outstanding proposals is the Gran Travesía BTT Alt Maestrat, 100 km long, which connects with other routes in the Baix Maestrat or the Benassal MTB, 15 km long through mountain landscapes. Other routes, not signposted as cycling routes, but very suitable for family cycling due to their low difficulty and short distance, are highly recommended for families, such as the Ruta del senyorio de Vilar de Canes or the surroundings of Prat de Sant Pau in Albocàsser.
For those who prefer road bikes, there is the climb from Catí to the sanctuary of l'Avellà, which ends in a unique enclave.
The whole region has bike racks, information panels and points with tools for small repairs. In addition, work is being done on the installation of charging points for electric bikes and cycling events, guided routes, workshops and talks are organised regularly with the Alt Maestrat Cycling Club.
Cabanes (Castellón): cycling among natural landscapes and green routes
Cabanes is firmly committed to cycle tourism as a way of discovering its natural environment in a sustainable and healthy way. This destination, which is part of the Plana de l'Arc, has a network of green roads ideal for cycling with the family, enjoying the scenery without haste and in complete safety. As star routes for family cycle touring, in Cabanes we highlight two very special proposals:
- La Ruta del Toll de Cabrera, a route that crosses rural landscapes with impressive views of natural parks such as the Desierto de las Palmas and the Peñagolosa. Along the way, you can also see some of the sculptures in the Plana de l'Arc Open Air Art Museum, such as the giant chair and the giant bicycle.
- The Route of the Towers, where nature and the Mediterranean merge in a unique itinerary. On this route you can visit four ancient watchtowers, the hermitage of Albalat and the ruins of the castle of Albalat, all while you walk through orange and almond groves and enjoy spectacular views of the coast.
In addition, for those looking for a little more adventure, Cabanes has a complete MTB network with more demanding routes, perfect for teenagers with a desire for action. Many of the hiking routes in the municipality can also be done by bike, which allows you to expand your options and explore the area in a fun and age-appropriate way. You can find more information about the different cycle and mountain bike routes in Cabanes here.
A quiet, charming destination with cycling proposals that connect nature, leisure and sustainability.
Benidorm (Alicante): cycle touring with sea views... and much more...
Benidorm is much more than sun and beach. It is also a reference destination for those who enjoy cycling with the family, with routes adapted to all levels, great weather all year round and services designed to ensure that your bike (and you) are in the best conditions.
The city has 134 km of cycle lanes, perfect for getting around the city and its surroundings safely. It also offers options both for those who prefer quiet rides by the sea and for those who are looking for adventure in the mountains. There are routes for road bikes, MTB, gravel or e-bike, with signposted itineraries through areas such as the Sierra Helada and with spectacular views of the Mediterranean. You'll find lots of great routes for cycling with children and teenagers on Visit Benidorm's Wikiloc profile.
In addition, Benidorm is strongly committed to cycling tourism: it has been a stage of the Vuelta Ciclista a España several times and every year it hosts major events such as the UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup, which will return in January 2026.
In terms of services, you'll find bike hire companies, workshops, guided routes and many bike-friendly hotels, with bike storage, cleaning and repair areas, and special menus for athletes. Everything has been designed so that families can enjoy cycling with all the comforts. On their website there is a section where you will find much more information: https://www.visitbenidorm.es/ver/1182/cicloturismo-benidorm.html
* Source Visit Benidorm
Alcalà de Xivert - Alcossebre (Castellón): nature, sea and cycling for the whole family
Alcalà de Xivert - Alcossebre is one of those destinations that has it all: coast, mountains, nature and cycling routes for the whole family to enjoy. This municipality, divided into two centres, combines inland areas with a beautiful coastline, and forms part of the Serra d'Irta Natural Park, shared with Peñíscola and Santa Magdalena de Pulpis.
In this area you will find mountain bike routes and signposted trails adapted to different levels, perfect both if you go with children who are just starting out and if you are travelling with teenagers with more experience on wheels. There are also botanical and monumental tree routes that can also be done by bike, adding an educational touch to the tour. More information on cycle touring and a map of the routes here.
During Easter and summer, several local companies offer bike hire for visitors, making it very easy to improvise a family route without the need to bring your own equipment.
The municipality also has a network of cycle paths connecting different areas in a safe way, which is being extended in order to promote sustainable mobility. And a new bicycle loading, maintenance and cleaning facility has recently been opened in Alcossebre.
Almassora (Castellón): routes for everyone and services designed for cycling with the family
Almassora is positioning itself as a perfect destination for those who want to enjoy cycle touring as a family, with accessible routes, sports facilities and services that make cycling easy and comfortable for everyone.
On their website, in the Turisme Actiu section, you can consult all the cycle touring routes adapted to different ages and levels, ideal for exploring the environment in a calm and safe way. They also offer plans that combine nature and leisure, designed to enjoy the outdoors with the kids.
One of the jewels of the municipality is its closed BMX circuit, perfect for those looking for a more dynamic plan or for teenagers who want to try something different.
In addition, new cycling infrastructure such as charging points for electric bikes, bike tools, washing stations and car parks are being installed in the skate park area, which greatly enhances the experience for those travelling by bike with children or teenagers.
And if you fancy taking part in a group activity, on Sunday 14 September they have organised a guided cycle tour of Les Goles and the Riu Millars, as part of their annual programme of guided tours. The departure will be at 9:30h from Plaça La Molineta. A great plan to cycle with the family discovering one of the most beautiful places in the municipality.
A comfortable, accessible destination in full transformation towards a more sustainable mobility.
Castellón de la Plana: cycling routes for all levels and services to make your journey easier
Castellón de la Plana is an ideal city to enjoy cycle touring with the family. It has several signposted cycling routes along both the coast and inland areas, adapted to different levels and perfect for children and teenagers. Some are shorter and quieter, ideal for beginners, and others are a little longer for those who are more experienced.
The city also offers bike rental services, which makes the trip much easier if you don't have your own. There are options for everyone, including electric bikes or bikes with accessories for children, which makes getting around Castellón by bike easy, comfortable and safe.
You can consult all the routes available on their website: castellonturismo.com/rutas-cicloturisticas.
A perfect plan to enjoy the outdoors, explore new landscapes and share pedalling with the family.
Benicàssim (Castellón): pedalling between the sea, nature and fun
Benicàssim is an ideal destination for cycling with the family, with routes for all levels and landscapes that combine sea, mountains and nature in a big way. One of its most complete routes is the 16 km circular cycling tour that goes around the town, perfect to do with children or teenagers with some experience. And if you feel like extending the adventure, you can link it with the Via Verde del Mar, a beautiful route of 5.6 km (11.2 km round trip) that connects with Oropesa del Mar.
For the more daring, the Parc Natural del Desert de les Palmes offers more demanding mountain bike routes, ideal for those looking for a challenge in the middle of nature.
Benicàssim is also committed to urban spaces designed for young people, such as the two skateparks (one next to Lidl and the other in Mas de Frares), and offers a free bicycle loan service from the Municipal Sports Centre, a great option if you don't have your own.
More information here: Benicàssim - Active Tourism
Altea (Alicante): quiet routes by the sea to enjoy with the family
Altea is one of those destinations that invite you to explore it at your leisure, and doing so by bike is an ideal way to enjoy its surroundings as a family. The municipality has a network of asphalted routes, simple and with little traffic, perfect for family cycle touring. These are Els Camins d'Altea.
In addition, another perfect proposal for families is the green route. A very pleasant and practically flat option, ideal for cycling with children. Half of the route runs along the sea, which makes it a perfect plan for pedalling without haste, enjoying the scenery and stopping to rest when you feel like it.
A quiet, safe and different way to discover Altea on two wheels.
Oropesa del Mar (Castellón): cycling by the sea with the whole family
Oropesa del Mar is a fantastic destination to enjoy cycle touring with the family. The town offers a wide network of routes for all levels, both inland and by the sea, with itineraries designed for families who want to cycle safely and without haste.
On the Oropesa del Mar website, you will find information on 6 very cool routes aimed directly at cycle touring. One of the most popular is the Via Verde del Mar, a paradise for the whole family to enjoy. This is an accessible route that runs parallel to the sea and offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean, with a distance of 5.7 km. In this municipality it starts at La Concha beach in C/ Tramontana. It is perfect to do with children, as it is flat, safe and very beautiful.
In addition, there are two companies in the town that rent bikes and accessories: Eco Km and Eco drive , as well as other services for cycling lovers such as bike racks.
An ideal destination for getting around on two wheels, enjoying the scenery and adding unforgettable experiences with the family.
La Nucía (Alicante): adventure and sport on wheels in a unique setting
Known as the City of Sport, La Nucía is a fantastic destination for family cycle touring, especially if you're passionate about mountain biking. It has a comprehensive mountain bike network that departs from the starting garden, equipped with everything you need: a mechanic's corner, route maps, and educational signage on cycling mechanics and techniques.
From there, you can take four circular routes of different levels, perfect for adapting to the ages and experience of each family member. All routes pass through the La Nucía Bike Park, a space designed for safe cycling and adding extra excitement to the day.
A well-rounded option for active families who want to pedal, learn, and enjoy sports surrounded by nature. You can find all the information here.
Other cool activities to do while enjoying cycle touring in the Valencian Community
Sea World: bikes on board to enjoy the sea… and pedal on the way back!
If you're looking to combine cycling and sea in one experience, Mundo Marino has the perfect plan for adventurous families. It offers boat trips between Dénia and Jávea or between Calpe and Altea, where you can board your bike, enjoy a ride along the coast, and then continue pedaling once you reach the port.
It's an ideal option for a leisurely tour of the surrounding natural parks, while the little ones experience the thrill of loading their bikes onto the boat and exploring new paths.
A different, fun experience, perfect for families looking for original plans to make the most of their getaway.
Explore the Montgó Natural Park and discover Miel Montgó: a sweet and educational stop in the heart of nature.
In the heart of Montgó Natural Park, surrounded by tranquility and Mediterranean nature, Miel Montgó offers an ideal apitourism experience for family cycle tourists. It's the perfect place to stop en route and enjoy a unique experience, also designed for the little ones.
The visit includes a guided tour of the educational apiary, where children will learn in an engaging way about the fundamental role of bees in biodiversity. You can also participate in outdoor artisanal honey tastings and enjoy interactive workshops such as wax candle making (reservation required). Very close to the facilities and accessible by bike, you'll find a beautiful and peaceful picnic area under the pine trees, next to the Cabo de San Antonio lighthouse, where you can relax and enjoy the views.
Miel Montgó is very well connected to smooth and safe cycling routes around Jesús Pobre, Jávea, and the surrounding Montgó area, making it an ideal stop for families on bike. They also offer the option to customize the experience for school or family groups.
A delightful, educational, and very special addition to your adventure on wheels.
