La Mussara Salou

Mussara Salou Costa Daurada is a road cyclosportive that returns on Sunday 16 May 2027, with departures from 7:00. The event starts and finishes in Salou, on the Costa Daurada in the province of Tarragona, and sends riders inland through the Priorat wine region on two routes.

Routes and distances

• Long route: 171 km with around 2,500 m of positive elevation gain.
• Short route: 106 km with around 1,350 m of positive elevation gain.

The organisers say the 2027 courses keep the essence of previous editions with small adjustments. Both pass through the Priorat appellation area on scenic roads and mountain passes, and GPX tracks for each distance are published on the event page.

Registration

Online registration opened on 26 October 2026 through the organiser’s official platform. An early-bird rate of 49.95 € applies to the first 1,400 entries; later prices have not been published. The entry fee is described as all-inclusive. The 2026 edition sold out its 3,000 bibs, so early booking is sensible. Full details and the regulations are on the official website.

Why ride it

Mussara brands itself “Marea Rosa” (the pink tide) and describes itself as the cyclosportive with the most women participants in Europe. Riders get a mix of Mediterranean coastline, vineyard country and demanding climbs, with a choice of distance to suit different levels. The start and finish are in the heart of Salou’s resort area, which keeps logistics simple for visitors travelling with family or friends.

Where to stay

With a 7:00 start on a Sunday and bibs sure to be in demand, sleeping in Salou itself means a short roll to the start line and no early-morning transfer. Arriving the day before gives you time to collect your number, check the bike over and eat properly, and the pools and terraces are welcome after 171 km or 106 km through the Priorat. The Cambrils hotels below are a few kilometres along the coast if you prefer a quieter evening.

H10 Vintage Salou – Adults Only – in Salou, a stone’s throw from the start area. Beside Plaça d’Europa and close to the seafront, it lists bike mechanical aid, repair tools and supplies, a bike wash, bike rental and laundry, so the machine is ready and your kit is clean for the next day. Its rooftop pool terrace is a pleasant place to recover afterwards.

Oh!tels Belvedere – Salou, about 0.4 km from the start. Certified Cycling Friendly Bronze, it has a dedicated cycling centre for bike storage and a workshop area. Indoor and outdoor pools and a spa area help tired legs, and themed dinners during the week suit a group of riding friends.

Oh!tels Vila Romana – in Salou, just over 0.5 km from the start. Also Cycling Friendly Bronze, it offers bike storage, a workshop area, bike rental, a fitness room and indoor and outdoor pools. It is a sound choice if you are travelling as a group and want secure space for the bikes.

H10 Cambrils Playa – Cambrils, about 4 km from the start. Certified for cycle tourism, it has a guarded, video-monitored cycling station with individual racks, a cleaning area, repair tools and a map of local routes. It sits 50 metres from l’Esquirol beach, handy if the family is along for the weekend.

Hotel Mas Gallau – Cambrils, about 4 km from the start. Away from the busy centre, it provides free bicycle storage for around thirty bikes, a tool workshop, a washing area, route suggestions for all levels and bike rental on request. A garden, pool and restaurant make it a calm option the night before.

Event weekend is likely to fill fast, so book early, and browse more cycling-friendly accommodation along the Costa Daurada.