Denia
Cycling Camp
Denia Cycling Camp
Join the majority of the pro peloton training in Denia this winter/spring
Denia has it all: big mountains, the best weather in mainland Europe and a wonderful 5-star hotel to rest and recharge at the end of the rides. Little wonder that almost every pro team has their winter training camp in Denia.
Featured Climbs
Coll de Rates, Port de Tudons, Vall d’Ebo, Port de Confidres
Overview
Details
Next Departure
January 11th 2025
From
USD $3,195
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Non-Rider Friendly
Yes
Rental Bike
USD $550
Ride Program
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Overview
Our Denia early season cycling camp is a rewarding experience for experienced, performance-driven, competitive road cyclists who are eager to kick-start their season and achieve their racing goals.
Challenge yourself on some of Europe’s best tarmac; training on the same roads as numerous World Tour teams who also choose this magnificent region to prepare themselves for race season. You’ll build speed and endurance, but also form lasting connections with Thomson staff members and fellow cyclists who share a passion for the sport. At the end of each day relax in the 5-star Denia Marriot La Sella resort, the preferred hotel of so many World Tour pro teams.
Itinerary
| Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
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| 01 | Welcome to Dénia! | Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa | |||
| 02 | Coll de Rates | Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa | |||
| 03 | Coll de la Garga | Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa | |||
| 04 | Active recovery | Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa | |||
| 05 | Port de Tudons | Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa | |||
| 06 | Coll de Rates | Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa | |||
| 07 | Vall d'Ebo | Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa | |||
| 08 | Adios! | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
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Welcome to Dénia!
Your Cycling Camp starts at Alicante Airport where our staff will meet you before the short transfer to your hotel in Denia.
After lunch, orientation meeting and bike build-up, you’ll head out for your first ride in Denia featuring the magnificent climb to Port de Bérnia.
Day 2
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Coll de Rates
Today we have our first long ride and like so many of the professional riders who train in the region, we’ll head for the Coll de Rates and the long steady climb to the Port de Confidres.
Both these climbs are hugely popular with the pros so don’t be surprised if someone comes flying by you, it’s probably just another pro rider doing some hill repeats.
Day 3
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Coll de la Garga
Another big day in the saddle with 3 categorised climbs on the agenda. Riding from the hotel, the first 35km to the town of Calp are relatively flat before you head inland and the climbing starts. The first real workout starts at Km 60 with the 10km Col de la Garga, a stunning climb on a narrow road with magnificent views of the surrounding sierras. From the Col de la Garga the climbs follow in quick succussion, ending with the fantastic descent through multiple switchbacks to Pego and the final 25km back to the hotel.
Day 4
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Active recovery
After the last 2 big rides, today you’ll enjoy an active recovery ride – which in Spain essentially means a coffee ride. You’ll ride out towards the coast where your guides will stop for a well-earned coffee and Spsnish pastry at one of the best coffee shops in the area. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the hotel, resting up for the big rides to come.
Day 5
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Port de Tudons
After yesterday’s recovery ride, your batteries should be fully charged and ready for another challenging ride on the Costa Blanca.
Today’s ride is one of the favourite endurance rides for the pro teams. At 157km with over 3300m of elevation gain, it’s a challenging ride, with the main difficulty, the 15km Port de Tudons coming after 70km.
Day 6
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Coll de Rates
A shorter ride today to recover from yesterday’s long ride and prepare for the final long ride tomorrow. The Coll de Rates features on the ride again followed by the remote climb to the Port de sa Creueta and teh long descent back to the hotel.
Day 7
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Vall d'Ebo
The last ride in Denia and an opportunity to enjoy a magnificent ride and since it’s the last day, leave it all on the road!
There are two main climbs on this route, the famous Vall d’Ebo and Port de Tollos, but with multiple “rollers” along the route, this is the typical legbreaker ride, perfect for the final day. Leave it all out there!
Day 8
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Adios!
Unfortunately, your Denia Cycling Camp has come to an end.
Our shuttle will drop you off at Alicante Airport.
Map & Profile
| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Port de Bérnia from Ermita de Pinos |
5% | 3 | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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| Llosa de Camacho from Pedreguer |
4% | 4 | |||
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Coll de Rates from Parcent |
6% | 2 | ||
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Port de Confidres from Callosa d’en Sarria |
4% | 1 | ||
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Coll de la Garga from La Plana |
6.3% | 2 | ||
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Alto de Tarrenyes from CV-720 |
3% | 3 | ||
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Vall d’Ebo from Vall d’Ebo |
5% | 3 | ||
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Montgó from Javea |
5% | 4 | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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| Llosa de Camacho from Pedreguer |
4% | 4 | |||
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Coll de Rates from Parcent |
6% | 2 | ||
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Port de Tudons from Sella |
6% | 1 | ||
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Coll de Rates from Parcent |
6% | 2 | ||
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Port de Sa Creueta from Tarbena |
3% | 3 | ||
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Tossal dels Diners Coll de Rates |
8% | 3 | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Vall d’Ebo from Pego |
6% | 2 | ||
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| Port de Tollos from Beniaia |
7% | 3 | |||
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| No major climbs today | |||||
Climbs
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Dates & Prices
| Date | Booking Status | Availability | Price / Per Person | Single Supplement | Non-rider Discount | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | |||||||
Jan 11 - 18 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $3,195
USD $2,895
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USD $800 |
USD $910 |
Book this trip | |
| Early Bird Discount - book before October 1st | |||||||
Feb 15 - 22 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $3,195
USD $2,895
|
USD $800 |
USD $910 |
Book this trip | |
| Early Bird Discount - book before October 1st | |||||||
Mar 22 - 29 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $3,195
USD $2,895
|
USD $800 |
USD $910 |
Book this trip | |
| Early Bird Discount - book before October 1st | |||||||
Apr 19 - 26 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $3,195
USD $2,895
|
USD $800 |
USD $910 |
Book this trip | |
| Early Bird Discount - book before October 1st | |||||||
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Trip Hotels
Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa
What's Included
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Transportation
Cycling Support
Nutrition during the ride
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
| Pickup Location | Time |
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Alicante Airport |
9:00am |
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Hotel Areca |
9:00am |
Departure
| Drop Off Location | Time |
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Alicante Airport |
9:00am |
Rental Bikes
Specialized Aethos Expert
Frame
Aethos FACT 10r Carbon
Groupset
Di2 Shimano Ultegra
Weight
699g (size 56)
Wheels
Roval C38
Chainrings
52/36T
Cassette
11-34t (12-speed)
Sizes
49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
USD $550
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Denia Cycling Camp
A definite bucket-list destination for every avid cyclist
