Camino Natural Vía Verde del Aceite

The Olive Oil Greenway Cycling

Experience the magic of Spain’s Vías Verdes: once railways of the past, now green corridors inviting you to cycle through history, culture, and natural wonder.

Cycling the Vía Verde del Aceite – A Journey Through Andalusia’s Olive Heartland.

 

What will be done and where:

This 4-day guided cycling adventure follows the legendary Vía Verde del Aceite, one of Spain’s longest Greenways. Starting and ending in Granada, the route traces the historic “Oil Train” railway that once connected Jaén with Puente Genil, crossing the sun-drenched olive landscapes of Andalusia’s Córdoba and Jaén provinces.

  • Day 1: Granada – Jaén (Drive – 106 km)
    Arrival and orientation in Jaén, the starting point of the Greenway. Overnight stay in Jaén.
  • Day 2: Jaén – Alcaudete (Ride – 49 km)
    Begin the adventure cycling through endless olive groves and gentle countryside, passing through Martos and Torredonjimeno.
  • Day 3: Alcaudete – Baena – Doña Mencía (Ride – 33 km)
    Pedal through beautiful rolling terrain and the picturesque towns of Luque and Baena, reaching Doña Mencía near the Sierras Subbéticas Natural Park.
  • Day 4: Doña Mencía – Puente Genil – Granada (Ride – 45 km | Drive – 155 km)
    Enjoy the final stage through the Subbética countryside before returning to Granada by support vehicle.

 

What makes it unique:

This route offers a rare combination of natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical depth. You’ll ride along a former railway line turned Greenway—smooth, traffic-free, and accessible—passing viaducts, tunnels, and panoramic views over seas of olive trees. The journey reveals the essence of Andalusia, where olive oil—the region’s “liquid gold”—has shaped both landscape and lifestyle.

Unlike typical cycling routes, the Vía Verde del Aceite tells the story of transformation: from rails to trails, from industry to sustainability. The pace is gentle, allowing time to enjoy local gastronomy, explore charming whitewashed villages, and experience authentic rural Spain.

 

Who carries out the activity:

A professional local cycling guide will lead the group throughout the tour, ensuring safety, storytelling, and local insight. A support vehicle will accompany riders each day, carrying luggage, providing assistance, and preparing picnic lunches along the way.

 

Additional information:

  • E-bikes and accommodations are included in the package.
  • Difficulty: Moderate – suitable for most riders, with gentle gradients.
  • Start/End Point : Granada.
  • Best for: Active travelers seeking a blend of cycling, culture, and nature in southern Spain.

 

Precios desde:
Price all inclusive 1250€ per person. Single supplement Room 250€

Localización:

Granada

Edad recomendada:

Minimum age 15 years and Maximum 85 Years.

Duración:

3 night / 4 days

Publico objetivo:

Families, couples, friends, seniors, young people

En el destino podrá conocer:

Highlights • Visit Museo del Vino Menciano • Accommodation in Heritage Properties • Visit Olive Mill • Enjoy Wine tasting • The ‘Cave of the Bats’ • The beautiful towns of Zuheros, • Martos, Doña Mencía, and others • The Sierra Subbéticas Natural Park • The wine museum of Doña Mencía • The castle of Alcaudete • The endless olive groves • Explore Knights of Calatrava • Visit Museo del Oliver y el Aceite • Visit Cueva de los Murciélagos.

Accesibilidad:

Yes, this experience is adapted to suit a wide range of participants, including those with different fitness levels or limited cycling experience. The Vía Verde del Aceite follows a former railway line, which means the route has gentle gradients and smooth, well-maintained surfaces, making it accessible and comfortable for most riders. To further enhance accessibility, E-bikes (electric bicycles) are provided as part of the package, allowing participants to adjust the level of assistance according to their ability or comfort. A support vehicle accompanies the group throughout the journey, offering assistance, rest options, and transfer if needed. The guided format ensures personalized attention and safety, with flexibility to adapt the pace and stops based on participants’ needs. While it is primarily designed for adults and active travelers, it can be adjusted for families or senior participants seeking a leisurely cycling holiday through nature and culture.

Idiomas:

English, German, Spanish

Fechas y horarios:

April, May, June, September and October 2026

Número de personas:

Minimum 6 people and Maximum 14 People.

Precios:

Price all inclusive 1250€ per person. Single supplement Room 250€

Precios/persona

Minimum 6 person 1250€, More than 10 person 1200€

Oservaciones:

Weather The region has a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine and long daylight hours, even in winter. In spring and autumn, temperatures range from 8°C to 19°C, while summer temperatures can reach 22°C to 35°C, and often higher. At higher elevations, temperatures are slightly cooler. Rainfall is minimal. In winter, nights can be quite cold, with daytime temperatures averaging around 12°C. Bicycle We provide high-quality E- BIKES with pannier bags for carrying luggage, allowing the bike to take the weight rather than your shoulders. When booking, you indicate your height and weight to have the correct frame size of the bicycle at the start of your holiday. Scheduled to operate If six persons books a trip on a specific date, the departure is guaranteed. For trips with only one or two guests, we will contact you before your final payment Trips with fewer than four guests may be led by a single guide who also serves as the driver, providing full support with a BHG van. If you prefer to have two guides, please consult your trip advisor, as this may involve an additional cost due to the minimum participant requirement not being met. In rare cases, unforeseen circumstances may require trip cancellations or modifications. Our Guest Services team will keep you informed of any changes. We reserve the right to cancel a departure due to force majeure or if third-party partners, such as hotels, cannot fulfill their reservations. In such cases, all payments made will be fully refunded, constituting full settlement. Bike and Hike Granada is not responsible for expenses related to canceled trips, including airline tickets, travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness. We strongly recommend purchasing your own travel insurance for full coverage. Optional Tours • Additional night before during or after the Tour • Single supplement room • Olive Oil, Ham Processing, Wine Tasting Tours • Sightseeing entry fees Cancellation Policy If it became necessary to cancel your tour, you must notify “Bike and Hike Granada”, immediately in writing. once we receive your notice, cancellation will take effect. Please note that the following charges will apply to cancellation • If cancellation take place up to 45 days prior to departure, 20% of the tour price will be fortified. Balance amount will be returned except a processing charge & Admin expenses (Admin expenses, Actual Bank transfer charges) • If cancellation take place 30 days before the start date of the activity departure, 50 % of the tour price will be fortified. Balance amount will be returned except a processing charge & Admin expenses (Admin expenses, Actual Bank transfer charges) • if cancellation takes place less than 30 days and 15 days prior to departure 75 %of the tour price will be fortified. Balance amount will be returned except a processing charge & Admin expenses (Admin expenses, Actual Bank transfer charges) • Cancellation between 15 days and 1 day before the start date of the tour or no show on the start day 100% of the tour price will be fortified • In the realm of group bookings, the inability of participants to fulfil committed numbers through partial payments poses a significant challenge to the feasibility of conducting the tour. Additionally, it is important to note that any partial payments made under such circumstances will be deemed non-refundable. Alternatively, participants are encouraged to ensure the completion of the full committed number of participants' cost to facilitate the operational viability of the tour. The tour prices quoted as a package, no partial refunds or credit will be given for service not used.

El precio incluye:

Price Include: Pick up and Drop at Granada, E-Bike, Helmet, Gloves, Jacket, Support Vehicle, Accommodation 3 star hotels, Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, One Dinner, Liability & Rescue Insurance, Qualified Guide, Driver, luggage transfer.

Cancelación

Cancellation Policy If it became necessary to cancel your tour, you must notify “Bike and Hike Granada”, immediately in writing. once we receive your notice, cancellation will take effect. Please note that the following charges will apply to cancellation • If cancellation take place up to 45 days prior to departure, 20% of the tour price will be fortified. Balance amount will be returned except a processing charge & Admin expenses (Admin expenses, Actual Bank transfer charges) • If cancellation take place 30 days before the start date of the activity departure, 50 % of the tour price will be fortified. Balance amount will be returned except a processing charge & Admin expenses (Admin expenses, Actual Bank transfer charges) • if cancellation takes place less than 30 days and 15 days prior to departure 75 %of the tour price will be fortified. Balance amount will be returned except a processing charge & Admin expenses (Admin expenses, Actual Bank transfer charges) • Cancellation between 15 days and 1 day before the start date of the tour or no show on the start day 100% of the tour price will be fortified • In the realm of group bookings, the inability of participants to fulfil committed numbers through partial payments poses a significant challenge to the feasibility of conducting the tour. Additionally, it is important to note that any partial payments made under such circumstances will be deemed non-refundable. Alternatively, participants are encouraged to ensure the completion of the full committed number of participants' cost to facilitate the operational viability of the tour. The tour prices quoted as a package, no partial refunds or credit will be given for service not used.

Proveedor de la Experiencia:

Bike and Hike Granada - info@bikeandhikegranada.com - 648805790 - https://bikeandhikegranada.com/

Punto de encuentro:

Your Bike and Hike Granada guide will meet you at Plaza Mariana Pienda (Granada) or in your hotel at 8:00 AM on Day 1 of your trip. The journey will conclude on the final day at 18:00 PM, with drop-off options at the airport, bus terminal, Hotel or Plaza Mariana Pienda.

El Proyecto Experimenta Vías Verdes de España está coordinado por la Fundación de los Ferrocarriles Españoles

Acción subvencionada por el Plan de Recuperación, Transformación y Resiliencia. Financiado por la Unión Europea – NextGenerationEU a través del Programa “Experiencias Turismo España” del Ministerio de Industria y Turismo.

Consorcio del proyecto:

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