Cicloturista de Coín – Caminito del Rey
10/05/2026 9:00 am
Description
The Cicloturista Coín – Caminito del Rey will be held on May 10, starting in the town of Coín (Málaga). This long‑established event blends sport and tourism, promoting Coín, the Guadalhorce Valley, the Caminito del Rey and the Sierra de las Nieves through a demanding yet scenic road cycling route.
The challenge covers 120 km with approximately 1,940 metres of elevation gain, crossing numerous towns such as Coín, Alhaurín El Grande, Cártama, Álora, Pizarra, Ardales, Casarabonela, Yunquera, El Burgo, Tolox, Alozaina and Guaro. Riders will experience a combination of rural landscapes, mountain sections and the characteristic white villages of inland Málaga.
The official start is scheduled for 09:00 from the Recinto Ferial de Coín, with more than 750 places available for participants. The registration includes a wide range of services such as a commemorative jersey, race insurance, mechanical and medical assistance, feed zones, post‑race meal, finisher medal with personalised engraving and additional support services throughout the event.
The Cicloturista Coín – Caminito del Rey stands out for its excellent organisation, friendly atmosphere and its route through some of Málaga’s most iconic cycling areas. It is designed for cyclists who want to combine a physical challenge with the discovery of a unique Andalusian landscape.
Where to stay
Coín has no cycling-certified beds of its own, so the smart move is to base yourself on the Costa del Sol or in Málaga and drive in. Arrive the day before, collect your number and give the bike a final check, then allow time on Sunday morning to reach the Recinto Ferial for the 09:00 start. After 120 km and almost 2,000 metres of climbing through the Guadalhorce Valley, you will want somewhere with a pool or a massage waiting.
Hotel Yaramar – Fuengirola, about 18 km from the start. The closest of our certified Silver hotels has a dedicated Cycling Center where you can wash, repair and store your bike, plus bike rental, repair tools and laundry for your kit. Afterwards there is a heated outdoor Jacuzzi, a gym with sauna and massage. The hotel itself suggests a 110 km loop that passes through Alhaurín el Grande and Coín, so it makes a useful shakedown ride too.
Hotel Puente Real – Torremolinos, about 25 km from the start. A large Bronze-certified beachfront hotel with its own Cycling Center, mechanical aid, rental bikes and a gym, pool and massage for recovery. Its all-inclusive board and size make it an easy option for riders travelling with family, who can enjoy the coast while you are out on the road.
Apartamentos Colina del Paraiso – between Marbella and Estepona, about 32 km from the start. Spacious apartments in a Bronze-certified resort with a Cycling Center, bike wash, mechanical aid and bike rental, as well as pools, a gym and a restaurant. It suits groups of riders who want self-catering space and road routes towards the Serranía de Ronda before or after the event.
BYPILLOW Villa Lorena – Málaga, about 33 km from the start. A small family-run boutique hotel with seven double rooms, a garden and a pool that stays open all year, plus parking, bike repair tools and mechanical aid. It is a short walk from the beach and the historic centre, and the AVE station is about 25 minutes on foot, which helps if you are arriving by train with your bike.
Event weekend fills quickly along the coast, so book early. You can also browse more cycling-friendly accommodation.
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