How do electric bikes work?

The operation of the E-Bike models is very simple. Just follow these steps: The motor is only activated when pedaling. The walk button (located to the left of the handlebars), which helps push the bike when pedaling is impossible, must be held down to operate. In Spain, due to legislation, you must always pedal for the motor to work.

What accessories can I order if I am travelling with children

The following accessories are available in case of a bicycle trip with children: Baby car seat: 9 to 22 kg capacity (recommended from 9 months to 6 years). Free of charge. Trolley/trailer: Not approved in Spain, so it is not available. Children’s E-Bike: Available with 26-inch wheel, it depends on the child if he/she can pedal properly.

Bike rental

Make your Camino an even more exciting experience by traveling it on two wheels

You will have the possibility to include in your travel package the bike rental service, whatever the stage or route you are going to do. You will be able to choose between different options of electric and mountain bikes.

What is included?

The bike rental includes the possibility to choose from half a dozen models of mountain, electric and road bikes. In addition to the possibility of choosing the model that best suits your Camino, the price includes basic insurance and accessories such as saddlebags, helmet, front bag, lock and a multi-tool kit, among others.

Additionally, you can request other complementary elements that are not included in the basic price, such as comprehensive insurance. On the other hand, the transportation costs for the Camino from Portugal and France, as well as the round-trip shipping costs in the daily rates must be paid additionally.

MTB

Cycling the Camino allows you to cover more distance in less time, ideal for those who have limited time to complete it.

E-Bike

Helps reduce fatigue in longer or more demanding stages, facilitating the experience at all levels.

Gravel

It offers the freedom to move at your own pace, adjusting stops and breaks as needed.

Which route should I choose?

Explore our catalogue in The Camino de Santiago and other European routes.

Not sure?

Do you want to do it by bike or with your dog? In a group? And on which dates? We will advise you.

Benefits

Faster and more efficient

Cycling the Camino allows you to cover more distance in less time, ideal for those who have limited time to complete it.

Less physical effort

Helps reduce fatigue in longer or more demanding stages, facilitating the experience at all levels.

Flexibility

It offers the freedom to move at your own pace, adjusting stops and breaks as needed.

How does it work?

You will receive your bike at your first hotel, at the time of check-in.

If your bike tour ends in Santiago, you can leave your bike at any of the two pick-up points available 365 days a year.

If, on the other hand, you are going to end up in a place other than Santiago, you will have to leave the bicycle at the accommodation or point indicated.

In case you have any problem with your bike while on the road, you can call or contact by WhatsApp with the specialized assistance service. To do so, it is important that you provide the identification number of the bike, your contact details and booking reference, as well as, of course, your location.

Frequently Asked Questions

The operation of the E-Bike models is very simple. Just follow these steps:

The motor is only activated when pedaling.
The walk button (located to the left of the handlebars), which helps push the bike when pedaling is impossible, must be held down to operate.
In Spain, due to legislation, you must always pedal for the motor to work.

Fully comprehensive insurance is an additional cost of +6 € per day.

The following accessories are available in case of a bicycle trip with children:

Baby car seat: 9 to 22 kg capacity (recommended from 9 months to 6 years). Free of charge.
Trolley/trailer: Not approved in Spain, so it is not available.
Children’s E-Bike: Available with 26-inch wheel, it depends on the child if he/she can pedal properly.

In case you have any problem with your bike, you can call or contact by WhatsApp with the specialized assistance service. For this it is important that you detail the identification number of the bike, your contact details and booking reference, as well as, of course, your location. In this sense, each bike has a front identification plate, e.g. EM-5 and sticker with whatsapp number, email and phone number for technical assistance.

We will be able to manage the solution by the following ways: