The Best Road Cycling Routes in Malaga - Andalusia

Set out to enjoy the quiet countryside as the route rolls through a string of small Andalusian villages, each with its own feel and character. You pass through Pizarra, Casarabonela, Alozaina, and Guaro, all showing the distinct rhythm of inland Málaga. The opening section follows one side of the Guadalhorce Valley on calm rural roads with steady, gradual climbing. After looping around, the return brings you back along the opposite side of the valley, with a fresh view and a different sense of the landscape. Along the way, Alhaurín el Grande offers a good place for a quick and easy break if you need it.

From Ronda this route takes you south into Valle del Genal. Beside the incredible views once you leave the main road, the main attraction it the town of Júzcar. For a promotion of The Smurfs movie the town was painted blue in 2013, and the village residents decided to keep it like that. From Júzcar the road goes up again until you reach the main road that connect Ronda with Marbella.

This high elevation loop dives deep into the most rugged and mountainous corners of the province. It feels remote throughout. The road goes up and down all day, with almost no flat sections.

This classic Malaga loop starts in the city center and climbs straight into the Montes of Malaga. The main ascent stretches for almost 20 kilometers and gains close to 900 meters. The road opens up to beautiful panoramas as you rise above the city. Along the way you pass the white village of Olías. From the top it is all downhill back to Malaga, rolling past El Mirador with sweeping views over the city. The road winds through a few tunnels that link together in a full 360 degree turn. This route can be ridden in both directions.