Gravel, road and a community that never stops rolling
Cycling from Madrid can be far more epic than you imagine. At Dog Days , we don't just sell premium bikes: we live and breathe cycling every week, organize rides, share them on Strava , and also give you the option to rent a bike to join us whenever you want.
Here are some of our favorite routes. They all start from easily accessible points like Grupeta or the surrounding area, and we've ridden them countless times, both on weekday outings and longer weekend trips.
Road Routes
1. Soto del Real Classic
- Distance: 82 km
- Elevation difference: 795 m
- Type: Circular
- Terrain: Road
- Ideal for: moderate background + coffee in Soto
One of our favorites for its gentle pace, good surface, and incredible views. Perfect for beginners or for relaxed days of riding.
You can find it on our Strava profile .
2. Puerto de la Morcuera (from Miraflores)
- Distance: 98 km
- Elevation difference: 1,055 m
- Type: Circular
- Terrain: Road
- Ideal for: cyclists eager to climb
A legendary climb in the Sierra de Madrid mountains. It requires some fitness, but the views at the top more than make up for it. A steady climb, shade in summer, and a very good road.
You can find it on our Strava profile
3. La Serrano (our legendary New Year's Eve route)
- Distance: 198 km
- Elevation difference: 2,078 m
- Type: Circular
- Terrain: Road and some gravel
- Ideal for: fit cyclists
You can find it on our Strava profile
4. Afterwork Therapy
- Distance: 48 km
- Elevation difference: 585 m
- Type: Circular
- Terrain: Road
- Ideal for: perfect for getting rid of withdrawal symptoms in no time
You can find it on our Strava profile
Gravel Routes
1. Viñuelas Gravel Loop
- Distance: 63 km
- Elevation difference: 759 m
- Type: Circular
- Terrain: Compacted dirt tracks
- Ideal for: enjoying without complications
We set off from Grupeta and took the track towards Tres Cantos. Then we entered the Soto de Viñuelas area, a classic for those who want to do some light gravel riding without going too far.
It's usually part of our midweek outings . Ask and sign up.
You can find it on our Strava profile
Don't have a bike? Rent one
At Dog Days Madrid we offer premium road and gravel bike rentals (Aurum, Orbea, Factor), ready for you to fully enjoy any of these routes.
- Bike checked and adjusted
- Helmet and pedals if you need them
- Route advice according to your level
- Possibility of joining organized outings
Write to us on WhatsApp or stop by the store to reserve.
Join our Strava rides
Prefer not to ride alone? We have weekly group rides departing from our bar, Grupeta (Madrid). We post them on our Strava profile and social media.
- Varied rhythms
- After-work or morning outings
- Friendly and unpretentious atmosphere
- Coffee before or after, as it should be
