TORTOSA – MORELLA

THROUGH LANDS OF THOUSAND YEAR OLD OLIVE TREES, TRUFFLES & DINOSAURS

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Ideal per those starting out in cyclotourism who want to discover new regions on a straightforward route but are ready for the challenge of some climbing on every stage.

Over a distance of approximately 100 kilometres, the route starts by taking you through a sea of olive trees before entering the Cervol river valley and eventually arriving at the spectacular town of Morella.

Discover Rossell, Vallibona or Morella. Marvel at the sea of olive groves and be astonished by the impressive views of the Ports mountain range. Enjoy the totally rural experience of passing the night in Vallibona. Listen to the stories about the “Tiger of the Maestrat” or learn about the dinosaurs which inhabited this area. Climb to the top of Morella Castle and be fascinated while gazing out over the surrounding countryside.

KIND OF ROUTE: Self-guided

DURATION: Option with 2 and 3 stages o a tailor-made
MEETING POINT/DEPART: Tortosa

ARRIVAL: Morella
TOTAL DISTANCE: 110km approximately

STAGE DISTANCE IN AVARAGE: Between 35 and 55km per stage
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: Moderate

The route starts with a very flat stage, gradually increasing the slopes in the following stage/s
MINIMUM ALTITUDE: 12mts Tortosa

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE: 1.200mts Port de Torre Miró

CLIMB: +1399mts

DESCENT: -1643mts
PAVEMENT TYPE: Asphalted greenway with some dirt parts, Rural roads and bike lanes
BICYCLE TYPE: ebike (recommended) / Mountain or gravel bike
ACCOMODATION TYPE: National parador, rural hotels, charming hotels and hostels and bikefriendly hotels
VISITING SEASON RECOMMENDED: March – December

It is important, nevertheless, to consider the high temperatures in July and August