Enduro MTB Holidays in Spain
Discover a different mountain range every day — from high-altitude descents of over 1,000 metres to coastal trails that finish at the sea. No climbing, just pure riding and scenery. Multiple uplift routes each day, and even more varied descents, to really get a feel for the area. From tracks with man made berms, pine forests, natural features. With views of the snow capped Sierra Nevada, down to the golden sands of the Malaga and Granada Coast.
4 Nights
Arrival Saturday / Departure Wednesday · 3 riding days-
100 % uplifted (4×4 and minibus)
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Villa accommodation with pool, bike workshop, secure bike storage
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Breakfast supplies
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Certified MIAS guides and maintained trails
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Airport transfers from Malaga Airport (in our timeframe)
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Discounts for non-riders
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Groups of 3 or more can create custom dates; solo riders can join existing weeks.
7 Nights
Arrival Saturday / Departure Saturday · 5 riding days-
100 % uplifted (4×4 and minibus)
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Villa accommodation with pool, bike workshop, secure bike storage
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Breakfast supplies
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Certified MIAS guides and maintained trails
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Airport transfers from Malaga Airport (in our timeframe)
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Discounts for non-riders
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Groups of 3 or more can create custom dates; solo riders can join existing weeks.
Why Book an Enduro MTB Holiday in Southern Spain?
Ride between Malaga’s Costa del Sol and Granada’s Tropical Coast and North to the Sierra Nevada. Fast access to the Sierra Nevada foothills, the Alpujarra and pine-lined coastal trails. Think bench-cut traverses, ancient tracks and modern flow—all linked by 4×4 and minibus shuttles so you save your legs for the good bits.
• Enduro: long descents, short links only—100% uplifted.
• Huge variety: alpine-style ridgelines, forest loam, limestone chutes, maritime views.
• Microclimates: ride year-round with sunny, dry condition.
• Dialled logistics: villa with pool, workshop, secure storage; airport pickups in our window.
• Local guides (MIAS): the right trail in the right wind and temperature—every time.
Zones & Trails Snapshot
• Lanjarón – with six different trails through farms and olive groves, some made much flowier after years of trail work. We’ve added bermed corners and cleaner lines while keeping the best natural tech sections, so it’s a proper balance of fast, confidence-building flow and authentic trail feel — plus a cultural ride right around the villa area with big views to the coast and the Sierra Nevada.
• Lecrin Valley – with three stand-out tracks: our newest trail is pure loam with loads of playful berms and is often a week favourite, with big views back to Lanjarón and the Sierra Nevada. Bedrock is faster and rockier on solid bedrock (grippy, not loose) — best ridden top-to-bottom in one hit without stopping. And Manos is super-natural but smooth and flowy, so we often start the day on it.
• Velez de Benaudalla – three-trail zone: Moby Dick is fast and flowy but rocky, Super Skunk is a full-on bobsleigh of berms all the way down, and RSS DH is our fresh-cut woodland line built for the more advanced riders.
• Motril – pine-forest riding area with two zones. Motril Flow is where we often start nervous riders — three of our easiest, confidence-building trails with a bit of pedalling — then later in the week we step up into the main Motril zone, a proper trail network where you can mix and match five top sections with two bottom sections for endless laps, plus extras like Lujar Enduro and a fresh-cut advanced line. Everything here is purpose-built, sculpted MTB track in the trees with fast uplifts.
• Capileira (La Alpujarra) – one of the week’s most stunning, cultural days — natural trails we mostly leave wild (just cleaned and opened up), set in the famous white villages of the Alpujarras with acequias (old irrigation channels) running through the streets. With five different trails, quick tarmac uplifts, and our go-to lunch stop (great food, fast service), it’s a returning-guest favourite.
• Güejar Sierra – guest favourite in high pine forest, with five trails — including three used in Enduro World Series qualifier racing — ranging from repeatable flow to proper advanced lines. We climb to around 2,000m to ride a ridgeline with unreal, panoramic views across the Sierra Nevada, giving you a totally different feel from our usual south-side zones.
Why Riders Choose Us
• Local knowledge: we live and ride here—expect the best lines for the day’s conditions.
• A big part of what you pay for goes straight back into trail maintenance — so the trails ride better every year.
• Proper setup: tools, spares advice, wash-down and secure bike room at the villa.
• No faff: transfers, breakfast supplies, routes, timings—sorted. You just ride.
Getting Here
Fly into Málaga (AGP). We’ll collect you within our transfer window and get you to the villa in just over 1 hour. Bringing a bike bag? We have mini buses with enclosed trailers transport to the door.
Who It’s For
• Confident intermediates to advanced who love big vertical and varied terrain.
• Mates’ trips/clubs wanting a guided & uplifted enduro holiday in Spain.
• Progression riders looking to improve their skills and have a good time.
Typical Riding Day
Morning briefing → Shuttled descents all day (some café stops; bring packed lunch) → 4–6 long runs → Pool → BBQ or tapas in town.
We mix zones through the week to match weather and your goals—exposed ridges one day, flowy pines the next, with session time on features you want to tick off.
Skill & Bike Setup
• Rider level: comfortable on red/black enduro terrain.
• Bike: modern trail/enduro, 140–180 mm travel. Sturdy tyres (DoubleDown / SuperTrail / DH) and reliable brakes recommended.
• Protection: full-face or enduro-convertible helmet recommended; knee pads mandatory. Elbow/back protection and goggles strongly advised.
What Our Weeks Feel Like
Golden-hour ridgelines, dust hanging in the trees, the glide of a 1,000-metre drop to a white village. Evenings are simple: pool dips, pizza-oven nights, BBQs or local tapas. It’s an enduro mountain bike holiday in Spain with all the admin done—pure riding, zero hassle.
What to Pack (Quick List)
Enduro/full-face helmet • knee pads (elbow/back optional) • gloves • 2 sets of brake pads • sturdy tyres + plugs/sealant • spare derailleur hanger • multi-tool & links • casual swim gear • travel/medical insurance that covers mountain biking (mandatory).
FAQ
What level of rider is this for, and what bike should I bring?
These trips suit confident intermediate to advanced riders (comfortable on red/black terrain). Bring a modern
enduro/trail bike with 140–180 mm travel, quality tyres with decent sidewalls, and reliable brakes. Full-face or
enduro convertible helmet recommended; knee pads mandatory.
How much pedalling is there? Do we climb?
It’s uplift-driven enduro: no climbs.
Expect 5-7 long descents per day depending on daylight, trail length and group pace—think big vertical drops,
varied terrain, and plenty of flow.
What does a typical day include? Meals and transfers?
Daily plan: shuttled descents all day with the odd café/lunch stop, bring packed lunch → post-
ride chill at the villa (pool, Wi-Fi, workshop, secure storage). Airport transfers from Málaga (AGP) within our windows, uplifts, guiding, villa stay and breakfast supplies are included. Lunches/dinners are pay-as-you-go in town.
Can I come solo/alone? Are rentals/coaching available? Insurance?
Guided Enduro & Downhill MTB Holidays in Southern Spain
Ride Southern Spain specialises in guided enduro and downhill MTB holidays in Southern Spain, combining 100% uplifted riding, local knowledge and carefully chosen trails across Andalucía.
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Address (RSS Villa)
Calle Los Peñoncillos 110
18420 Lanjarón
Granada, Spain
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