Xàbia – Sa Creueta

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Xàbia / Jávea

Port de Bèrnia, Coll de Rates

Distance: 116 km

Elevation: 1767 m

Time: 5h - 6h

Village: Xàbia / Jávea

1. Briefing

This route tackles some of the iconic climbs in the region: Coll de Rates, Sa Creueta, and Bernia.

The first few kilometers are easy, featuring a gentle climb after Gata de Gorgos, followed by a relatively flat ride into Parcent, where you’ll begin the ascent of Coll de Rates. This climb, starting at km 25, is one of the region’s most famous, offering smooth roads, stunning views 🌴🌞, and a great cycling vibe. After reaching the summit, you’ll enjoy a swift descent with a few short climbs before arriving at Tàrbena, where the second climb, Sa Creueta, begins.

Post-Sa Creueta, you’ll descend on a wide, well-paved road, allowing ample recovery before the final climb of the day, Bernia, which begins near Xaló.

2. CLimbs

❚ Km 25 ⇝ 31 ❚ A well-known and frequently ridden climb in the area. This 6 km ascent averages around 6% and is the shorter version of the climb, as the longer approach starts from the opposite side in Callosa d’en Sarrià.

Sa Creueta

❚ Km 39 ⇝ 44 ❚ A 5 km climb that can be seen as an extension of Coll de Rates. Beginning in Tàrbena, this climb is relatively easy and lacks significant challenges.

❚ Km 71 ⇝ 83 ❚ A stunning 12 km climb linking Xaló and Benissa. The average gradient is 3.5%, though some stretches reach gradients of up to 10%.

3. Traffic

The entire route is generally quiet, with minimal traffic throughout. The three climbs, particularly Sa Creueta and Bernia, are known for having very little traffic, making for a peaceful and enjoyable ride👌.

4. Road Quality

The road quality is excellent throughout most of the circuit. However, on the climb and descent of Bernia, there are a few sections where the pavement is somewhat worn-out.

All the routes in Xàbia start at the local bus station. Check the address here.