Scott Cup Costa Brava
24/10/2026 8:00 am
Description
Scott Cup Costa Brava 2026 will take place in October, with start and finish in Tossa de Mar, on the Costa Brava, in the province of Girona, Catalonia. This mountain bike event is part of the Scott Cup series and continues the legacy of the former Epic Costa Brava, offering an intense MTB experience in a spectacular coastal setting.
The route explores the rugged and wild landscapes of the Costa Brava interior, combining rocky trails, forest singletracks, technical descents and demanding climbs, often with open views over the Mediterranean Sea. The terrain is varied and physically demanding, requiring good technical skills and solid endurance.
Scott Cup Costa Brava offers two main distance options. The shorter Rally route covers around 37 km with approximately 1,300 metres of elevation gain, suitable for riders looking for a compact but challenging ride. The longer Marathon route features about 70 km with roughly 2,300 metres of elevation gain, designed for experienced mountain bikers seeking a tougher endurance challenge. Both routes are also open to e‑MTB categories.
The event follows a non‑competitive format, focused on personal challenge, rider experience and enjoyment of the terrain rather than racing. High‑quality organisation, marked routes and full rider services ensure a demanding yet accessible event for different levels.
With its dramatic coastal scenery, technical trails and well‑established organisation, the Scott Cup Costa Brava has become a reference MTB event for riders looking to combine mountain biking, adventure and Mediterranean landscapes in a single challenge.
Where to stay
Tossa de Mar is a small, steep-streeted town, so sleeping close to the start makes the whole weekend easier: you can arrive the day before, collect your bib without rushing and roll to the start line with fresh legs. After a rocky 37 or 70 km on the Costa Brava, a short walk back to a shower and a proper meal is worth more than any amount of driving. Here are the Cycling Friendly places we would look at first.
GHT Hotel Neptuno Tossa – in Tossa de Mar, the closest certified option to the start. It carries the Cycling Friendly bronze seal and has a dedicated bike area with 15 security hooks, a work and repair bench, a bike rack, an inflation point and a water wash, plus bike rental. Back from the trails, the garden, pool and jacuzzi are made for recovery.
Villa Montané – Lloret de Mar, about 5 km from the start. Part of the El Trull villas and apartments, it has a free-to-use Cycling Center with individual stands and locks, a washing area, a basic workshop with tools and an air compressor, and an e-bike charging area. With private pools and laundry, it suits groups travelling to the event together.
L´Azure Hotel – Lloret de Mar, about 8 km from the start. A Cycling Friendly silver hotel that opened in 2021, with a secure bike station, lockers, a pressure washer, tools and indoor trainers for a pre-race spin. The spa, gym, heated pool and massage are handy after the Marathon route, and there is a meeting room for planning rides.
Helios Lloret de Mar – Lloret de Mar, about 8 km from the start. The hotel says many pros stay here when preparing for big tours, and it offers bike racks, washing of cycling clothing and special menus. Route information, a spa and massage round out a relaxed stay.
Hotel Camiral 5* – Caldes de Malavella, about 21 km from the start. A five-star resort in the Leading Hotels of the World group, with secure bike storage, bike rental, route advice and a wellness centre. It is the splurge option for riders who want to turn the event into a longer Girona cycling break.
Event weekend fills quickly along this stretch of coast, so book early. You can also browse more cycling-friendly accommodation.
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