Gravel Up Explore the Basque Country with its wild trails and unique panoramas

Gravel Up: Explore the Basque Country in a different way

Forget congested roads and predictable marked trails. To discover the true soul of the Basque Country, you have to get off the tarmac and embrace the absolute versatility of gravel biking, the missing link between mountain biking and road cycling.

In Anglet, the starting point for your adventures, as well as in the wildest corners of the hinterland, Gravel Up invites you on a unique exploration. Whether you're a hill-chasing enthusiast seeking challenges on the Pyrenean slopes or a fan of leisurely rides along the coast, a gravel bike is the perfect mount. It allows you to glide over rolling trails, delve into centuries-old oak forests, and reach spectacular viewpoints offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and iconic peaks like La Rhune.

The best of the outdoors, à la carte

For an immediate immersion, Gravel Up, through its specialist partner Cargo Transition in Anglet, offers a fleet of the latest generation of bikes and e-gravel bikes (electric-assist). If you have a few hours or a full day to spare, don't miss the opportunity to try out guided rides led by qualified local guides. These experts on the area don't just guide you; they lead you along technical routes where wild beauty is the backdrop.

It's the ideal option for a guaranteed digital detox, accessible even at the last minute to add a touch of adrenaline to your vacation. And if this first experience leaves you wanting more, you can extend your immersion by participating in one of the all-inclusive gravel cycling trips in the Basque Country offered by Gravel Up. These packages allow you to hit the road for several days, letting yourself be carried along by the group dynamic.

Tailor-made itineraries

Gravel Up's expertise is undeniable: each guide knows the Basque geography like the back of their hand. Each route, generally ranging from 40 to 80 km, is meticulously selected to avoid car traffic and prioritize total immersion in nature. Whether riding solo for absolute freedom or with friends, enjoy top-of-the-line equipment. For your comfort, the bikes can be fitted with specific panniers , allowing you to ride light while carrying all your essentials.

Ready to trade the beaten track for the dust of the Basque roads? The adventure starts here, at the handlebars of a bike designed for freedom and limitless escape.