Transnevada MTB · 5-day mountain bike traverse across Sierra Nevada
5-day mountain bike tour crossing Sierra Nevada via the Transnevada: 250+ km, high-altitude refuges and a legendary finish in Capileira, with AEGM guide and support vehicle.
In Sierra Nevada National Park · Andalusia
From 750 € /person
- Over 250+ km and 7,000+ m of elevation gain in 5 days.
- 4 nights: mountain shelters + country house in Las Alpujarras
- High-mountain mountain bike guide certified by AEGM.
- Support vehicle with luggage transport, water and spare parts.
- Final highlight: descent to Capileira through the Poqueira Ravine.
What you'll experience
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Arrival in Granada and briefing
Arrival in Granada in the afternoon, transfer to the Postero Alto shelter (1.880 m, Jerez del Marquesado). Dinner at the shelter, technical briefing with the guide: pace, altitude management, what goes in the backpack and what goes in the support vehicle, quick bike check.
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High Poster → Trevélez via the north face
Entry stage: ~55 km and ~1,500 m elevation gain. We leave the shelter skirting the north face along the perimeter track, pass through mountain passes at 2,100 m with views of the Alcazaba and Mulhacén. Picnic-style lunch along the way. Overnight stay in rural accommodation in Trevélez.
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Trevélez → Poqueira Refuge via high passes
Queen stage: ~50 km and ~1,700 m elevation gain. We cross the highest passes on the route, technical sections with loose stones and delicate steps. Arrival at the Poqueira refuge (2,500 m), the closest shelter to Mulhacén. Dinner and overnight stay in shared bunks.
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Link stage along the perimeter trail
Transition stage: ~60 km and ~1,300 m elevation gain along the perimeter track of the National Park. Fast and rolling sections, high mountain scenery, Trevenque viewpoint in the background. Overnight stay in a rural house in Las Alpujarras.
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Epic descent to Capileira and closing
Final stage: ~40 km with a long descent through the Barranco del Poqueira to Capileira. High trail, nettles and viewpoints overlooking the ravine. Farewell meal in Capileira and transfer by support vehicle back to Granada (~90 min).
What's included
This is what the bundle covers. If you want to tweak something, we'll sort it in the proposal.
Lodging
- 4 nights: mountain refuge + country houseClassic Transnevada combination: night 1 in the Postero Alto refuge (1,880 m), night 2 in rural lodging in Trevélez, night 3 in the Poqueira refuge (2,500 m, in bunk beds) and night 4 in a rural house in Las Alpujarras.
Meals
- Stage picnic prepared by the teamSolid and portable sustenance for each stage: sandwich, fruit, dried fruits, energy bars, cured meats from the Alpujarra region when needed. Adaptable to vegetarian or gluten-free diets if you let us know upon confirmation.
Extras
- Technical briefing the night beforeSession with AEGM guide at the Postero Alto shelter: bike check (pressures, brakes, drivetrain), ride pace planning, what to pack in your backpack and what goes in the support vehicle, altitude management and daily supplies.
- Day 2 · Postero Alto → Trevélez via the north faceEntry stage (~55 km, ~1.500 m elevation gain). Departure from the Postero Alto refuge surrounding the north face of the massif along the perimeter track. Passages through cols at 2,100 m with the Alcazaba and Mulhacén in front. Arrival in Trevélez at sunset.
- Day 3 · Trevélez → Poqueira RefugeQueen stage (~50 km, ~1.700 m elevation gain). We cross the highest passes on the route, with technical sections over loose stone and delicate passages. Arrival at the Poqueira refuge (2.500 m), the closest guarded shelter to Mulhacén, for dinner and overnight stay in bunk beds.
- Day 5 · Mythical descent to Capileira through the Poqueira RavineFinal stage (~40 km). Long descent from the Poqueira refuge to Capileira along one of Andalusia’s most renowned mountain bike routes: high trail, ravine viewpoint and final stretch on a path among nettles. Farewell meal in Capileira.
- Support vehicle throughout the journey.Team van that moves the large luggage between stages, carries water and extra supplies, picks up anyone having a bad day and loads basic spare parts. Fixed meeting point halfway through the stage when the track allows it.
- Mountain bike rental (optional, not included)If you don’t bring a bike, we can arrange rental with shops in Granada: trail model with dual suspension, optional helmet and clipless pedals. Approximate rate of 120 €/5 days, not included in the combo price. Book with at least 14 days’ notice.
Included
- · AEGM specialized mountain bike guide for the 5 days.
- · 4 nights accommodation: 2 in a mountain refuge + 2 in a rural house
- · Breakfasts and dinners at the mountain refuge and country house.
- · Daily roadside picnic
- · Support vehicle with luggage, water and snacks.
- · Reservations in managed shelters
- · Technical briefing the night before.
- · Basic mechanics on the road
Not included
- · Mountain bike rental (optional, ~€120/5 days)
- · Flights or transportation to Granada
- · Meals in Granada (arrival and departure)
- · Travel and bike insurance
- · Extra drinks and treats.
Where it happens
Price calendar
Per-person guide price. The final quote arrives with the personalised proposal.
| From | To | Price per person | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May 2026 | 30 Jun 2026 | 750 € | Temporada baja · Primavera (mayo-junio) |
| 1 Jul 2026 | 31 Aug 2026 | 850 € | Temporada alta · Verano (julio-agosto) |
| 1 Sept 2026 | 31 Oct 2026 | 800 € | Temporada intermedia · Otoño (septiembre-octubre) |
Who this fits
This trip is a good fit if you have real mountain biking experience: you can handle 5 hours of riding and 1,500 m of elevation gain per stage, know how to handle a bike on mountain tracks and downhill with loose stones, and are coming in a group of friends or as a couple with good stamina. It’s an ideal plan for groups of 4 to 8 cyclists who have already done long treks.
It’s not a good fit if you’ve never done multi-day routes, if you're travelling with young children, if you’re uncomfortable sleeping in shared shelters or if you are looking for a relaxed cycling tour. It's also not suitable for road bikes or light gravel bikes: full suspension is recommended, or at least a hardtail with wide tires.
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