Pontevedra 4 Picos Bike Desafío Rías Baixas

The route explores the hills and forests around Pontevedra, combining forest tracks, trails, technical descents and sustained climbs through a green and rugged environment. Participants ride across varied terrain that requires both physical endurance and solid bike‑handling skills, all within a setting strongly linked to Galician landscape and culture.

Pontevedra 4 Picos Bike – Desafío Rías Baixas offers two distance options. The 4 Picos route covers approximately 132 km with around 2,800 metres of elevation gain, demanding the ascent of four major peaks that surround the city and representing a true endurance challenge for experienced mountain bikers. The 2 Picos option spans about 66 km with roughly 1,600 metres of elevation gain, providing a shorter yet still demanding alternative that preserves the essence of the event.

The event is non‑competitive, focusing on personal challenge, endurance and enjoyment of the terrain rather than racing. Staggered starts and a well‑defined course allow riders to manage their effort while fully experiencing the landscapes of the Rías Baixas interior.

With its balanced mix of demanding distances, technical off‑road riding and scenic Galician surroundings, Pontevedra 4 Picos Bike – Desafío Rías Baixas has established itself as a reference MTB event for riders seeking a demanding but accessible challenge in one of Spain’s most distinctive regions.