Marcha Ciclodeportiva Pedro Delgado “La Perico”

The Pedro Delgado Cycling Tour “La Perico” is one of Spain’s most iconic amateur cycling events, held every year in the historic city of Segovia, the hometown of Tour de France winner Pedro Delgado.

This challenging and scenic ride attracts cyclists from all over the country, offering a unique opportunity to experience the beautiful landscapes of Castilla y León while following routes inspired by professional racing.

With a fantastic atmosphere, excellent organization, and the chance to ride alongside a true cycling legend, the Pedro Delgado Cycling Tour is a must for anyone looking to combine sport, culture, and cycling heritage in Spain.

Registration

Registration for the event is now open, with prices ranging from 67 euros if not licensed, to 55 euros in case of valid federation license. A maximum of 2,500 participants has been set and registration closes on July 31, 2022.

The Stage

Registered participants will be able to choose between the Gran Fondo or Fondo modality. The Gran Fondo option will consist of 164 km passing through the passes of Navacerrada, Morcuera, Canencia or Navafría. The Fondo option will consist of 120 km. Both will start from the Plaza de la Artillería, next to the aqueduct, arriving at the Pedro Delgado Sports Center.

Where to stay

La Perico starts beside the aqueduct in Segovia, so most riders arrive the day before to collect their number, soak up the old town and get an early night before the roll-out. Because the Gran Fondo and Fondo loops climb into the Sierra de Guadarrama and its passes, some riders prefer to base themselves on the route itself and make the weekend part of a longer Sierra trip.

Hotel & SPA Restaurante Ciclolodge (CicloLodge El Nevero) – Lozoya, about 27 km from the start. A Silver Cycling Friendly hotel in the Lozoya Valley, set among the mountain passes of the Sierra Norte and just beside the Lozoya stretch of the route. Its listing mentions a bicycle lounge-museum, a workshop with spare parts, video-monitored bike storage, a menu tailored to cyclists and a wellness and spa area, which suits tired legs after a long day in the mountains.

Event weekend fills up quickly, so book early, and browse more cycling-friendly accommodation to compare options.