Get ready for a comprehensive itinerary that combines the ardor of the climb with the serenity of the plains—a true taste of the Terres de l'Ebre.
The journey kicks off immediately with the most challenging segment: the ascent to Coll d’Alba. Put your legs to the test on the switchbacks that climb toward the ridge. The reward is twofold: a panoramic view that gradually opens over the Tortosa valley, and a passage past the ancient Hermitage of Coll d'Alba—a place of spirituality and history offering a moment of respite before you reach the iconic wind turbines at the summit. Here, the wind won't just be energy; it will be your well-deserved welcome after the effort.
From the peak, the route softens as it dives into the rich inland countryside, a labyrinth of agricultural history. We will pedal through endless rows of centuries-old olive trees, silent witnesses to passing time, where the air is infused with the scent of earth and oil. This stretch offers a contemplative ride—the perfect contrast to the verticality of the climb.
After the lunch break, the return journey follows the Via Verda from the north. With a likely tailwind and a gentle downhill slope, it promises a satisfying finish just before arriving back in Tortosa.
