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Cyclists through a vineyard in Romania

17 April 2026 Sponsored Romania

Bike tours in Romania: things to know before you book

There’s not a lot of information out there about planning bike tours and cycling holidays in Romania. That’s why we were delighted when Ionut from Bike in Time offered to help write this article.

Views from near the top of Mangarts Saddle in Slovenian Alps

14 April 2026 Slovenia

Cycling holidays in Summer: the best places to cycle

Our pick of the best summer cycling holiday destinations.

Traditional rural landscapes of Tuscany; Chianty vine region

10 April 2026 Italy

3 of the best bike tours in Italy

Our pick of the best Italian cycling tours.

Cow in front of view from the saddle on a cycling tour of northern spain

10 April 2026 Sponsored Spain

Cycling northern Spain: How to plan a cycling holiday in northern Spain

A cycling holiday in northern Spain is a very different experience to a cycling holiday in the rest of Spain. Here, the scenery is lush, green and wild, the culture of Galicia, Asturias and Cantabria has a heavy Celtic influence and in Basque Country even the language is unique.

Road cyclist viewing route map on phone during ride

16 best cycling apps (2026)

Our pick of the best cycling apps.

Cyclists riding a gravel route surrounded by greenery in the Alpilles France

5 of the best gravel bike holidays: Our top picks

Gravel bike holidays are surging in popularity, and it’s easy to see why. They open up quieter routes, wilder landscapes and a sense of adventure that you often can't experience on the road.

Cyclist climbing Col du Galibier on a high mountain road in the French Alps with open views and steep gradients

02 April 2026 France

Cycling the Route des Grandes Alpes from Geneva to Nice

Q&A on the Route des Grandes Alpes: the route, what to expect and tips for planning an amazing cycle tour.

Cyclist climbing a winding mountain road on Passo Gardena in the Dolomites

02 April 2026 Ireland

5 of the best places to go cycling in July 

A July cycling challenge is about embracing the height of summer and heading for the kind of landscapes that make you want to ride all day.

02 April 2026 France

5 of the best places to go cycling in August

August cycling brings bold landscapes, high-altitude adventures and the full intensity of late summer.

Cyclists descending a winding mountain road through dramatic limestone peaks in southern Catalonia

5 of the best places to go cycling in June

June cycling is all about long daylight hours, fresh green landscapes and the sense that summer is just getting started.

Landscape of Cap Corse

7 of the best ultra cycling events

Ultra cycling events reward good judgment as much as good legs. Choosing the wrong event can mean avoidable stress, poor pacing, and a rough learning curve. Choosing the right one can feel like a proper adventure, whether you’re drawn to gravel bikepacking routes or a classic road-focused challenge.

Aerial view of Barcelona’s Port Vell with yachts, palm-lined waterfront and the city skyline

26 March 2026 Sponsored Spain

London to Barcelona cycle route: a guide to riding from the UK to Catalonia

Riding the London to Barcelona cycle route offers the potential for a truly epic, pedal-powered adventure.

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