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Road Cycling Routes near San Sebastián / Donostia

Discover the best road cycling routes near San Sebastián / Donostia in Basque Country, Spain. We've curated 6 road cycling routes within riding distance of San Sebastián / Donostia. The area offers mountainous terrain. Each route includes GPX files, detailed elevation profiles, highlighted climbs, and recommended café stops along the way.

6 routes

Views on the Bay of Biscay

66.7 km
Distance
1222 m
Elevation
moderate
Difficulty

This loop from San Sebastián first takes you inland towards Villabona from where you climb up Andazarrate. On the descent you are rewardes with views over the Bay of Biscay. For the return part you'll climb Monte Igueldo after which you'll head over to the ligthouse for some spectacular views over San Sebastián.

Hondarribia and Jaizkibel

50.3 km
Distance
820 m
Elevation
moderate
Difficulty

A short and rewarding loop that heads east toward the French border before tackling the classic climb of Jaizkibel from Hondarribia. The ascent is steady and familiar, and the payoff comes on the way back, riding high above the coastline with open views over the sea. A stop in Hondarribia’s historic center fits naturally into the route, adding a pause before taking on the Jaizkibel climb.

Coast and Iturburu

108.5 km
Distance
1304 m
Elevation
hard
Difficulty

The main climb of this route is Iturburu but before you go there the route takes you to Zarautz first. From there the climb to Getaria will wake up the legs and gets the heart going before you roll into the lush green countryside and start up the Iturburu climb. On the way back, you'll follow a mostly flat section before you roll back into the city.

Basque-Navarre border from San Sebastian

132.1 km
Distance
1926 m
Elevation
hard
Difficulty

An inland ride that crosses back and forth between Gipuzkoa and Navarra, built around the classic pairing of Ezkurra and Uitzi climbs. The route follows beautiful interior roads that disappear into deep green valleys, passing through small villages where tradition feels very present. It is a challenging ride that offer plenty of with natural moments to slow down for snacks, coffee, or lunch before returning to Gipuzkoa.

French border Ride

82.6 km
Distance
1450 m
Elevation
moderate
Difficulty

This route from San Sebastián takes you over the Jaizkibel to Hondarribia from where you'll trace the French border to the town of Bera. On the way back you'll have two challenging climbs left before heading into the city again.

Ratón de Getaria loop

72.1 km
Distance
944 m
Elevation
moderate
Difficulty

Named after the mouse shaped silhouette of the Getaria peninsula, this is one of the classic coastal loops of Gipuzkoa. The route leaves San Sebastián along La Concha bay, turns inland on quieter roads, and then reconnects with the coast through Zarautz, Getaria, and Zumaia, where cliffs and open views shape the ride and make easy stops for something sweet or savory along the way. Shaped like a figure eight, it balances rolling terrain with long coastal stretches, and the return comes via the climb of Igueldo from Orio, closing the loop with a familiar local ascent. For some spectacular views over San Sebastian make a small detour to the lighthouse before you descent down into the city.

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