3 DAYS ROUTE. LA D.O. PLA DE BAGES COMPLETE!

The 3-day MTB route to enjoy the D.O. Pla de Bages complete!. ecause, first, it includes the 2 accommodations, always on a full board basis where both the hotels and the restaurants have been carefully selected. In addition, because it includes the transport of luggage, from accommodation to accommodation… But above all, because it includes a visit to expert producers per day, -3 wineries in total- with wine tasting included, in all cases!. Undoubtedly, a good sample of what the Cellars of the D.O. offer. Berry Plan But it also includes the Visit to the Monestir de Sant Benet de Bages and the Tubs of the Manxons, a magnificent set of recently recovered tubs. And 3 free bottles!

Also included is the option of renting a GPS with included tracks or the road book with the route, in addition to the self-guided route via mobile with a practical App. (Speaktracks).

Optionally, breakdown service, travel and cancellation insurance, bicycle rental (traditional or E-Bike), as well as the Professional Guide service are offered. Així, Vineyards MTB. A més, Vineyards tour. També, Vineyards track. Tanmateix, Vineyards route. Val a dir que Vine tour. Finalment, Vine route.

FIRST DAY

52.6 km and 770 m. net gain in altitude.  (or 44.22 km and 557 m. net gain in altitude.).

Departing from Manresa, the route heads towards the impressive Monastery of Sant Benet de Bages, founded in 960. With an important dedication to wine production, already from its beginnings, it was for centuries competing with that of Montserrat, until it became dependent on it. At the beginning of the 20th century, it was acquired by the family of the painter Ramon Casas, residing there for long periods. Later acquired by a banking entity, it is currently an inspiring complex, work and study center for food: the Fundació Alícia.

After crossing Navarcles (with its reservoir known as “the lake”) as well as some precise corners along the way, we arrive at Artés among vineyards. There we enjoy a well-deserved lunch.

Following the track, you pass three producers: an excellent artisanal winery with a perfectly crafted production; the village cooperative – with a wide and varied production of wines; and the only DO cava producer, with a small but excellent range. The route includes a magnificent visit with wine tasting included in one of the three.

The route takes us to a new producer near Sallent, located between mountains. This will be the most demanding section of the day and practically of the entire route, with 1 km of steep ascent. After crossing Sallent, the route continues through the beautiful landscapes of the “la sèquia” (ditch) – a small medieval channel that allowed the transfer of water from the Llobregat to Manresa – to the comfortable accommodation.

The “Light Option” reduces the difficulty of this last section, covering the distance (14 km.) that separates the winery from the comfortable accommodation on paths and quiet roads.

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SECON DAY

50,28 km and 871 m. net gain in altitude.

After a good breakfast, the route begins following what is probably the most beautiful section of the the Sèquia until reaching a cellar right next to this medieval canal. It’s a small winery, with a lot of drive and extraordinarily dynamic, which will offer us an extensive visit with wine tasting. The route continues punctually towards the Parc de l’Agulla (Needle’s Park) to later go towards Santpedor passing through the Aiguamolls de la Bòbila. Després d’un petit tomb pel poble es fa via cap a Callús i les famoses Tines dels Manxons (Manxons Tub), a must-see.

The route continues towards Sant Martí de Torroella and the unique Santuari de Joncadella, where you can enjoy a good lunch.

In the afternoon, after passing several hermitages and a lot of farmhouses – many of them next to their stone tubs – we arrive on the outskirts of Sant Joan de Vilatorrada, where surrounded by vineyards, we find another small but professional producer. He doesn’t just produce his wines; advises and collaborates with other small producers… After the winery, the route finally leads to the accommodation, in the center of the village. A comfortable local hotel with an exquisite dinner!. A més, wineyards tour. També, Wineyards track. Tanmateix, wineyards route. Val a dir que wine tour. Finalment, wine route.Així, Wineyards MTB

THIRD DAY

44 km y 482 m. net gain in altitude..

The route leaves from Sant Joan towards the Gorg Blau, a unique place nearby, surrounded by wonderful landscapes. An opaque and flat path to enjoy nature… Then, we continue through small and beautiful forests approaching Salelles, a magnificent example of the Catalan rural world. Previously, we will have visited (and tasted the wines) of a small and expert producer, who even exports part of his limited but extraordinary wine production abroad. His explanations are of great value, because he himself, personally, is in charge of the entire production process. From vine planting to labeling…

The route takes a small route through Sant Salvador de Guardiola, until reaching the restaurant.

In the afternoon, you soon arrive at one of the largest and most historic wine producers in the DO Pla de Bages. Tourists from all over the world come to see its facilities, vineyards and productions. In fact, some of the wines have won awards and are offered in the best restaurants in Catalonia….

Arriving in Manresa, following in the footsteps of Saint Ignatius of Loyola on the “Camí Ignasià” (Sant Ignatius Way) will show us a completely unknown side of the city, ending next to the bus station, next to a Hotel. Així, Wineyards MTB. A més, wineyards tour. També, Wineyards track. Tanmateix, wineyards route. Val a dir que wine tour. Finalment, wine route

INCLUDES:

• 2 Half-board accommodations.
• 3 Lunches noon.
• Guided visits to 3 wineries D.O. Pla de Bages with wine tasting included.
• Luggage transport from accommodation to accommodation.
• Visit to Sant Benet de Bages.
• Visit to the Tines dels Manxons (Manxons Tub)
• 3 bottles of wine / cava from the D.O. Pla de Bages
• Mandatory insurance.
• Maps and tracks of the route.

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NOT INCLUDES:

• Bicycle or E-Bikes (electric) rental
• Drinks, snacks, syrups, etc. not included in the menu.
• Cancellation Insurance (opcional).
• GPS rental, with support, straps and charger (optional).
• Half-board accommodation the night after the route (optional).
• Others (everything not specified in the INCLUDES section)