Bravissimo Cool Apartments: Ride like a local in Girona

The streets of Girona’s Old Town are still quiet when I roll my bike out the door at dawn, cleats clicking on the ancient cobblestones. I clip in, bid good day to the cathedral towers above me, and within minutes I’m grinding up Els Àngels. The morning air carries the scent of pine as the city falls away below, revealing why this Catalonian gem has become cycling’s unofficial European capital.

What sets Girona apart from other cycling destinations isn’t just the world-class riding – coastal routes, Pyrenean climbs, and endless gravel tracks within an hour’s ride; it’s how cycling culture weaves into daily life. After conquering legendary climbs like Rocacorba, you’ll share espressos with Tour de France-veterans at Espresso Mafia, while bikes lean against stone walls.

The variety is staggering. Trace the Costa Brava coastline to Sant Feliu de Guíxols in the morning, then lose yourself on gravel tracks through the Gavarres forests during the afternoon. Spring brings perfect temperatures, quieter roads, and that golden Mediterranean light that makes every ride cinematic.

Your cycling base camp

What transforms a great destination into an unforgettable experience is the sensation of coming “home” after big days in the saddle. With Bravissimo, you’re living in the heart of the Barri Vell, where medieval charm meets modern comfort.

These aren’t hotel rooms, they’re curated apartments that feel authentically Gironese. Return from century rides to your own kitchen, prepare recovery meals with fresh market ingredients, then plan tomorrow’s route from the peaceful surrounds of your balcony overlooking the cathedral steps.

Every detail caters to cyclists: bike friendly apartments, spacious layouts for gear, and room to truly unwind. Monthly rentals transform Girona from vacation into lifestyle — your base camp for exploring every hidden climb Catalonia has to offer.

The Girona rhythm

Evenings reveal another side to this cycling mecca. The cobbled streets come alive as locals gather for tapas on Plaça de la Independència or in secluded wine bars tucked into stone alcoves. It’s this rhythm – ride hard, recover well, explore deeply; that captures the heart and keeps cyclists returning season after season.

Spring is calling, and Girona is ready. With Bravissimo as your base, you won’t just visit this cycling paradise, you’ll live it like the locals do.