Bike Tour Wine Tasting in Font-Rubí, Barcelona

Context Font-Rubí, in the Alt Penedès region, lies just outside Barcelona and is renowned for its scenic rural roads that wind through lush vineyards and wooded areas. The route covers approximately 20 km with a gentle elevation gain of 150 meters, making it ideal for combining outdoor activity with learning about organic vine growing. The air carries the fresh scent of grapevines and earth. The Experience The tour begins at the Lavern-Subirats train station, where you’ll receive a helmet and a rental electric bike or mountain bike. You’ll ride along quiet trails flanked by vineyards and forest, pausing for a practical walking session in an organic vineyard to learn about sustainable grape cultivation. Next, you’ll visit a family-run bodega to explore the wine and cava production process, concluding with a tasting of two organic wines or cavas paired with a light appetizer in the garden, surrounded by peaceful nature. For Whom This activity is suitable for participants aged 12 and older who can comfortably ride for several hours at a moderate pace. It’s perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, wine lovers, and those interested in sustainable agriculture who want to blend cycling with food and wine culture. Local Context The Alt Penedès is a rural region with a deep-rooted wine tradition and distinctive stone dry-walled structures known as barracas. Family-run bodegas here maintain ecological practices and offer a warm, intimate atmosphere, reflecting the community’s strong commitment to sustainability and local heritage.