BETWEEN DROVERS’ ROADS AND DEFENCE TOWERS

BETWEEN DROVERS’ ROADS AND DEFENCE TOWERS

A mountain biking route through drovers’ roads and defence towers, combining nature, heritage and varied terrain around Tortosa.

This route offers a chance to discover part of the rural landscape and heritage surrounding Tortosa, combining nature, historic drovers’ roads and defence towers that form part of the area’s history.

Along the way, we will follow a succession of tracks, paths and trails through varied surroundings, from Mediterranean vegetation to open landscapes. The old drovers’ routes reflect the traditional uses of the land, while the defence towers add an interesting heritage dimension to the ride.

The route alternates easier sections with more technical stretches, creating a varied and enjoyable mountain biking experience. As we gain altitude, we can also enjoy wide views over Tortosa and the surrounding countryside.

At approximately 33 km with 646 metres of elevation gain, this varied route combines sport, landscape and heritage. It is an ideal way to explore the area around Tortosa by bike, following historic tracks and enjoying trails with different levels of technical difficulty.