Travel Destinations
There is no other way to experience the mountains than getting out there
Finding a base for your riding vacation that allows you to ride right from your accommodation without needing to drive is a real luxury and these places provide just that.
Italy
Bormio (Lombary)
Rich heritage, impressive scenery, highest passes.
Bormio is the perfect place to explore the mountains of Lombary. Probably the most bike friendly place I have been to and home of the Stelvio, Gavia and Mortirolo passes. No road is flat here and Gavia and Mortirolo can be combined in one long ride. The scenery is breathtaking everywhere and Bormio caters superbly for cycling. Hotels have bike room, there are competent bike repair and hire shops
Apart for the famous passes, Bormio offers lesser known climbs too which offer great views and can be combined in longer or shorter rides. These are the Torri di Fraele with its 21 hairpins, Bormio 2000 which is a great warm up ride. Longer rides to Passo Bernina in Switzerland or to hidden valleys like the Val Grosina to Eita further south from Grosio offer a great cycling variety.
Bormio is a charming historical town with hot springs, great food - try the local pizzoccheri - and a wonderful base to explore Italy's most famous rides.
Bormio Factfile
Passes and climbs in easy reach: Passo delle Stelvio, Passo Umbrail (CH), Passo Gavia, Passo Mortirolo, Passo Foscagno, Torri di Fraele, Bormio 2000, Passo Bernina (CH)
Bike stores and rental: Stelvio experience all things bike and Stelvio, competent and good rental options. Ski & Bike is also a quality shop for rental and repairs.
Bike friendly accommodation: Alpi & Golf Hotel nice hotel with wonderful food and separate bike room. Caters for English speaking guests, wonderful people.
Tourism website: Road cycling Bormio
Aosta (Aosta Valley)
Riding in a mountainous amphitheatre.
Aosta is the largest town in the Aosta Valley and lies right at its centre, making it an ideal base for exploring the region by bike. Although it is the largest town among my travel destinations—and I would not normally recommend staying somewhere with traffic—its location and historical significance make it a great place to base yourself.
The origins of Aosta date back to Roman times, and the nearby Great St Bernard Pass is one of the oldest passes in the Alps. The valley is dotted with steep side roads, ancient castles, and demanding climbs at both lower and higher elevations—all framed by some of the most famous mountains in the world, including the Matterhorn (Cervin) and Mont Blanc (Monte Bianco). On the southern side of the valley lies the Gran Paradiso National Park, offering rides with spectacular scenery and a real sense of remoteness.
Famous passes within reach include the Great St Bernard, the Little St Bernard / Colle San Carlo, Colle di San Pantaleone, and the ride to Cervinia at the foot of the Matterhorn.
The Aosta Valley is historically French-speaking, giving it a unique Italo-French character which, combined with its high mountains and ancient landscapes, makes the region truly special.
Arabba (Dolomites)
At the heart of the Dolomites and Giro country.
Arabba sits at the heart of the Dolomite passes, and a number of iconic rides can be started from here, including the Sella Ronda.
It is a small village and is somewhat overshadowed by Canazei to the south and Corvara to the north, but in terms of location it is hard to beat. Positioned at the foot of the Passo Pordoi, it offers endless combinations of short and long rides, allowing you to tackle as many — or as few — climbs as you wish.
Further afield are legendary routes such as the Tre Cime di Lavaredo via Passo Giau and Cortina d’Ampezzo, or the Passo delle Erbe to the north via Corvara.
Arabba may be small, but it has everything you need for a fantastic week of cycling.
Arabba Factfile
Passes and climbs in easy reach: Passo Pordoi, Passo Campolungo, Passo Gardena, Passo Sella, Passo Falzarego, Passo Giau, Passo Valparola, Passo Staulanza, Passo Fedaia, Tre Cime de Lavaredo (via Cortina d'Ampezzo), Passo delle Erbe
Bike stores and rental: Limitt Bike service friendly and competent bike service and rental.
Bike friendly accommodation: Hotel Bellavista good value hotel with good breakfast and plenty of dinner on the half board option, separate bike room.
Tourism website: Arabba cycling routes many of the routes are circular in the Dolomites
Sankt Leonhard in P. (Alto Adige)
Riding in Alto Adige/Südtirol at its best.
Sankt Leonhard in Passeier is situated in the upper Adige Valley to the north of Merano/Meran in the German speaking parts of Italy, the Alto Adige / Südtirol. This is a lovely and historic area combining Austrian and Italian culture. The flair is southern yet Austrian. The preeminent climbs in the area are the Timmelsjoch/Passo Rombo to Sölden in Austria and the Jaufenpass to Sterzing, not far from the Austrian border. There is lovely riding in lower altitude around the town and a cycle path that goes past Meran/Merano all the way to Bolzano/Bozen (see route here). The area can further be explored on a two day ride climbing the Jaufenpass and Penser Joch and the plateau between Bozen and Merano/Meran. Explore the route here.
Riding here is a combination of high alpine passes and lovely valleys with vineyards and orchards.
Merano/Meran is also a lovely historical spa town that invites for rest stop.
Riva del Garda (Trento)
Where the Alps meet the upper Italian low lands.
Riva is a busy, vibrant town where bikes are everywhere. Riding in the area includes tough mountain climbs, scenic valley routes, and roads along the lake shore.
Traffic around the lake can be heavy and, if you plan to ride the lakeside road (which I would not generally recommend), the eastern side is best tackled early in the morning. As this lower altitude, many of the climbs are heavily wooded, but when the road opens up, the views are beautiful. Some of these ascents are rated HC (hors catégorie) or even beyond in difficulty.
Further afield — and reachable by car — are classic climbs such as Monte Grappa and Passo del Manghen.
Riva del Garda is a resort town with extensive facilities catering to cyclists, and it also offers beaches; nearby Torbole is a quieter option. That said, Riva’s lively atmosphere may not appeal to everyone, and Arco, further down the valley, provides a more peaceful alternative.
Riva del Garda Factfile
Passes and climbs in easy reach, many are in the HC category: Passo Santa Barbara, Monte Baldo, Passo San Valentino, Monte Vargana (till parking), Monte Bondone, Malga Campo , San Giovanni al Monte and Passo del Ballino .
Bike stores and rental: The Lab Bike Wellness service and rental in Riva is a good little shop with competent staff and good advice. They have a good rental selection too, mainly MBTs and Gravel though.
Bike friendly accommodation: This is a list of bike friendly accommodation on Lake Garda to get started. Airbnb places are also a good option in Riva and for any hotel, it is worth to enquire with the property you are interested directly if they have bike specific storage and services.
Tourism website: Garda road biking routes and other information for a bike holiday on Lake Garda.
France
St-Michel-de-Maurienne & St-Jean-de-Maurienne (Northern Alps)
French cycling superlative.
At the heart of the most spectacular cycling in France lies Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, overlooked by the impressive Fort du Telegraphe and located at the foot of the Telegraphe/Galibier climb, probably the must do climb in France. To the east the Col d'Iseran and Mont Cenis in the Haute Maurienne Valley are in striking distance.
Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne to the west is a more lively town with more ameneties and the base for the famous climbs of the Col de Glandon, Croix de Fer and Madelaine. Plus the fabled Lacets de Montvernier.
The Maurienne valley between Modane and La Chambre is around 40km long and a train line connects all the starting points which comes in handy to shorten some rides, especially the Col d'Iseran which is still a fair way away. The valley between La Chambre and Modane is quite industrial and valley floor rides are not as nice. The Haute Maurienne Valley past Modane by comparison is delightful though with lovely villages like Aussois and Bonneval sur Arc.
St-Michel-de-Maurienne & St-Jean-de-Maurienne Factfile
Passes and climbs in easy reach: Maurienne - Col du Galibier, Col de Telegraph, Col du Glandon, Col de la Croix de Fer, Col de la Madeleine, Lacets de Montvernier, Haute Maurienne - Col d'Iseran, Mont Cenis , Plan d'Aval Dam, plus many more
Bike stores and rental: Rentmybike competent bike store with quality rental options in St-Michel-de-Maurienne. Ride the Future offers bike repairs in St-Jean-de-Maurienne as does d'Velos which is chain operating throughout Savoy also renting quality bikes.
Bike friendly accommodation: In St Jeanne de Maurienne Chez Dom is a lovely B&B, very friendly and has a pool and a locked bike room. Further, check out this list of bike friendly accommodation in the Maurienne valley. St Michele is quite a small town and it is also worth to enquire with the property directly. Alternative accommodation can be found in Aussois to ride in the Haute Maurienne valley.
Tourism website: Maurienne region overview good info over the valley, SNCF trains train times and tickets for travelling in the Maurienne valley.
Briancon (Southern Alps)
France's highest city.
Briançon is a stunning alpine town nestled in the Hautes-Alpes region of southeastern France, close to the Italian border. It is the highest city in France, sitting at 1,326 metres above sea level.
Road cycling around Briançon in the French Alps is renowned for its high-mountain terrain, legendary Tour de France climbs, and dramatic alpine scenery. From town you can ride directly onto iconic passes such as the Col d’Izoard, the steep and demanding Col de Granon, or head toward Col du Lautaret and continue up the mighty Col du Galibier, one of the highest paved roads in the Alps. The rewards for your efforts cycling these cols are sweeping views, quiet secondary roads, fast technical descents, plus there is a strong cycling culture throughout the region.
Italy is in reach to the east and this is a nice 80 km, 1,600m climb circular route to the north goes to Bardonecchia via the Val di Pres, the return is on busier roads though. Find out more here.
Further to the west is the Durance valley and this great circular ride of 94km and 2,220m elevation gain is climbing the Col d'Izoard and returning through the Durance valley via Guillestre. Find out more here.
Overall, Briançon is a true hub for serious alpine road cycling, combining physical challenge with some of Europe’s most spectacular mountain landscapes.
Guillestre (Southern Alps)
At the heart of the Southern Alps.
Great roads are winding out of town in every direction and lead towards some of the most spectacular climbs in the French Alps.
Set at around 1,000 metres in the Hautes-Alpes, Guillestre is a fantastic base for cyclists. Unlike the larger Alpine resorts, it feels like a genuine mountain town, with traditional stone buildings, local cafés and a relaxed atmosphere. It is the kind of place where you can spend the day tackling a legendary climb and return in the evening to unwind.
Some of the region's most famous cycling roads are close by. The Col d'Izoard is a highlight, with its dramatic scenery and challenging ascent, while the Col de Vars offers beautiful mountain roads through forests and villages. For a bigger challenge, the Col de la Bonette, one of Europe's highest paved roads, is a little bit further afield as is the Col Agnel.
What I enjoyed most was the variety. One day you can take on a famous Alpine col; the next, you can follow quieter roads through the Queyras, passing forests, rivers and traditional mountain villages.
For me, Guillestre is more than a convenient base for cycling. The cycling is part of its character. With legendary cols, spectacular scenery and a genuine mountain atmosphere, it offers a memorable way to experience a quieter side of the French Alps.
Guillestre Factfile
Passes and climbs in easy reach: Col d'Izoard, Col du Var, Col du Granon, Col Angel, Col du Parpillon, Col du Larche, circular route to Briancon and the Duran valley
Bike stores and rental: Cycl'Alpes 05 is a very good and competent bike store and Sport Altitude has a wide range of rental bikes.
Bike friendly accommodation: As this is a small town, accommodation choices are limited and it is worth checking with the property directly if they have bike storage or other bike services. In Mont Dauphine the l'Auberge de l'Echauguette is an option.
Tourism website: SNCF trains train times and tickets for travelling to Guillestre (station Mont-Dauphin - Guillestre).
Isola (Alpes de Provence)
At the confluence of the Alps and the Provence.
Situated 90 km from Nice and 20 km from the Italian border, Isola is a medieval village perched at an altitude of 870 m, nestled at the confluence of the Tinée and Guerche rivers. The village is ideally situated to exploring the Southern French Alps and into Provence.
You can cover the high passes of the Cime de la Bonette and the Col de la Moutiere to the north in the Parc National de Mercantour.
Italy via the Col de la Lombarde (and Isola 2000) is in reach and a further descend to the Santuario Sant'Anna di Vinadio is highly recommended.
To the south are the climbs of the Col de la Couillole/Valberg and the Gorge du Cian or a longer ride to Saint Martin Vesubie via the Col de la Colmiane with their unmistakable provencal vegetation and feeling.
Isola is a small village, it is very charming and has a nice pool to relax but has limited accommodation and restaurants. Bike repair shops are up the Tinee Valley in Auron (Sport 2000) or in St Martin Vesubie to the south (Sport Addict).
Further places to base yourself for a cycling holiday in France
Exploring the Northern French Alps from Bourg St Maurice opens a large number of climbs. Killer passes like the Col d'Iseran, Cormet de Roselend and the Petit St Bernard are in striking distance. There are climbs along the Tarentaise valley like the Col du Tra and climbs to the ski stations of Les Arcs and La Plagne. Further afield is the Col de la Madeleine.
Tarentaise Valley
The Southern French Alps around the Mercantour national park are less accessible and the distances can be longer. The cols close by are the Col d'Allos, Col de la Cayolle (both can be combined to a 122 circular road with 3,400m elevation gain), and Cime de la Bonette. Further afield is Gulliestre via the Col de Vars or the Col de Larche at the Italian border.
Parc Mercantour
Located in the northern, lower lying Alpes du Chablais, and a great place to explore the many passroads. Here are some route suggestions to get you started: 95km ride to Chalet and Lake Morgins at the Swiss border. Short loop between Morzine and Avoriaz. Shorter loop to Col du Joux Plane and les Gets. Longer loop to Col du Joux Plane.
Northern Alps
Austria
Zillertal (Tyrol)
Riding in Tyrol at its best.
Cycling in the Zillertal offers two contrasting experiences. The valley floor provides smooth, relaxed riding along the river, passing through green farmland and villages with constant views of high Alpine walls on either side. In contrast, the Zillertaler Höhenstraße climbs steeply from the valley with little warning, using tight switchbacks and sustained gradients to gain height quickly. As the road rises, forests give way to open alpine pastures and exposed traverses, revealing expansive views across the Zillertal and toward distant glaciers. Together, they create a balance of calm valley riding and challenging, highly scenic climbing. Apart form the Zillertaler Höhenstrasse which started out as track connecting hillside villages, there is further riding to the Schlegeisstausee reservoir, a car free climb to the Zillergründl reservoir, the Speicher Stillup, the Gerlospass can be reached easily and the Wanglalm provides a great MBT destination. There is plenty here for a riding holiday. The bigger town is Mayerhofen but the smaller places like Ramsau, Zell am Ziller and Zillertal offer good bases to ride this area.
Bludenz (Voralberg)
Hidden gem
This charming town in western Austria, in Vorarlberg, may not feature on every cyclist’s destination list, but it makes an excellent base for exploring a remarkably varied corner of the Alps. Its location puts an impressive range of rides within easy reach, from gentle pre-Alpine roads and picturesque villages to high mountain passes and demanding climbs.
To the north, the roads lead into the Bregenzerwald and towards Germany, where lower-altitude passes give way to the rolling hills of the Allgäu. It is ideal territory for designing circular rides, with climbs such as the Furkajoch and Hochtannbergpass, as well as the scenic mountain roads of the Lechtal. For a more relaxed day, the Bregenzerwald offers shorter climbs, quiet roads and beautifully kept villages that make inviting stops for a coffee or traditional cake.
Head south towards Switzerland and the character of the riding changes. The mountains become higher and the climbs more demanding, with spectacular hairpin bends and steeper gradients. A ride to the Bieler Höhe in the Montafon can be turned into a substantial loop, continuing over the Arlberg Pass via St. Anton for a full day in the high mountains.
And when the legs need a break from climbing, Lake Constance is only a short train ride away. Its shores offer kilometres of cycle paths and quiet backroads, while the climb to Pfänder provides a short but rewarding taste of the mountains, with wonderful views across the lake and surrounding Alps.
Bludenz Factfile
Passes and climbs in easy reach: Bielerhöhe, Brandnertal, Lünersee, Furkajoch, Faschinajoch, Hochtannbergpass, Flexenpass, Arlbergpass, and a little further afield is the Pfänder and Bödele Losenpass - Find an overview over Vorlaberg here
Bike stores and rental: Bachman cycle shop repairs but no rental. Rowdy is a quirky shop Schruns who services bikes. Intersport in the Montafon offer bike repair and other bike services.
Bike friendly accommodation: The Val Blu Spa Resort is a little more expensive but a great place to combine riding with relaxation. Many properties around Bludenz, the Montafon and Brand are sport oriented and it is worth enquiring with the property you are interested in directly if they have bike specific storage and services.
Tourism website: Voralberg info
Germany
Bavarian Alps
Riding through the Allgäu and the Alps.
Cycling in the Bavarian Alps is a delightful mix of lower-lying passes, sharp climbs and the rolling landscapes of the Pre-Alps and Allgäu. It is a dreamy region of mountains and lakes, with the spectacular Königssee at its heart. History is never far away, with castles, monasteries and abbeys scattered among flower-filled villages and traditional Bavarian towns. Centuries-old breweries and welcoming beer gardens provide the perfect reward after a day in the saddle.
Three towns make particularly good bases for exploring the region, and can be combined into a single journey through the finest cycling country of southern Bavaria and neighbouring Austria.
Bavarian Alps
Three wonderful places to base yourself.
Sonthofen, in the southwest of Bavaria, provides access to a wonderful network of Alpine roads leading towards Austria, as well as the Riedbergpass, Germany’s highest paved pass road.
Further east, Oberammergau, south of Munich, sits amid a historic and beautifully preserved landscape. Castles, impressive monasteries and traditional villages are framed by some of the highest mountains in Germany, offering a rich mix of cultural sights and challenging mountain roads.
Close to Salzburg, in the historic “salt country”, lies Berchtesgaden. Surrounded by dramatic mountains and crystal-clear lakes, it is one of the most picturesque corners of Bavaria and a superb place to explore by bike. From here, the roads lead naturally into the spectacular mountains and valleys of the Salzburg borderlands, opening up a whole new collection of Alpine rides.
Bavarian Alps Factfile
Day routes from Berchtesgaden: Route 1: 77km, 2,080m climbing - Rossfeld Panorama Road and Königssee; Route 2: 97km, 2,270m climbing - to Loferer Alm in Austria
Day routes from Sonthofen: Route 3: 85km, 1,770m climbing - Riedbergpass and Sulzberg; Route 4: 88km, 1,220m climbing - Oberjoch pass and Haldensee in Austria
Day routes from Oberammergau: Route 5: 105km, 950m climbing - Allgäu and Neuschwanstein castle; Route 6: 100km, 1,030m climbing - Ettal Abbey, Plansee and Linderhof castle
Bike stores and rental: Schneider: local repair shop in Sonthofen, Schaich: Workshop and rental (gravel and ebikes) in Sonthofen; Raiser: local repair shop in Oberammergau; Brandner: local repair shop in Berchtesgaden
Bike friendly accommodation: Most accommodation will have ski rooms that are being used for bike storage in the summer but it is worth checking directly. Other bike friendly accommodation is the Youth Hostel in Berchtesgaden, Youth Hostel in Oberammergau, Bicycle Alpenhotel Zum Ratsherrn in Sonthofen
Tourism website: Find out more about Berchtesgaden here, More information about Oberammergau can be found here, for Sonthofen here.
Switzerland
Andermatt (Canton Uri)
Home of the triples
Andermatt is a striking high-alpine village located at an altitude of 1,444 meters in the Ursern Valley of the Swiss Alps at the very heart of the most extraordinary mountains Switzerland has to offer. Renowned as the historic crossroads of Switzerland's major mountain passes—including the Gotthard, Furka, Susten and Oberalp passes—it has evolved from a sleepy garrison town into a world-class, all season activity destination. It is the perfect location for a series of "triple" rides, meaning circular rides between 106 - 155 km long and between 3,200 - 3,700 m elevation gain, starting from Andermatt and all climbing three passes each.
There is the starter triple - 108km / 3,170m elevation gain - climbing the Furka, Nufenen and Sankt Gotthard passes. There is the high triple - 120km / 3,680m elevation gain - climbing the Susten, Grimsel and Furka passes. There is the long triple - 155km / 3,580m elevation gain - climbing the Oberalp, Lukmanier and Sankt Gotthard passes.
If these triple rides are too long, the passes can also be ridden individually, e.g. a return ride to Gletsch tackling both sides of the Furka Pass is 63km with 1,720m elevation gain.
Being in Switzerland, there are also scenic train rides and Michelin star cuisine to enjoy.
Martigny (Canton Valais)
Between the low and high Alps.
Martigny, in the Swiss canton of Valais, has been shaped by its strategic position at the crossroads of the Rhône Valley and the Alpine routes leading to Italy. For more than two thousand years, it has served as a settlement, trading centre and gateway through the mountains. Known in Roman times as Octodurus, the town played an important role on the routes connecting northern Europe with Italy, including the historic passage over the Great St Bernard Pass.
Today, Martigny makes an excellent base for a road-cycling holiday. Set in the heart of the Valais, it offers access to legendary Alpine passes, quiet vineyard roads and long valley rides, with both France and Italy within reach. The surrounding landscape ranges from the vineyards and orchards of the Rhône Valley to some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the western Alps.
To the north, the high peaks around Mont Blanc dominate the horizon, while the Great St Bernard Pass provides a spectacular route towards Italy. Beyond the main roads, a network of quieter side valleys rewards those seeking solitude and magnificent scenery. Closer to Martigny, the Croix de Cœur, Col des Planches and Col de Champex offer challenging climbs, while the ascent to Lac d’Émosson is a particularly memorable ride into the high mountains.
For a truly epic day in the saddle, the Col du Sanetsch is a bucket-list climb. The ascent can even be incorporated into a circular route using the cable car connection between the Lac de Sanetsch and Gsteig, creating an unusual and memorable Alpine adventure.
Traffic can be heavy on some of the main roads, so route selection is important. The suggestions below favour quieter roads and alternative approaches wherever possible, helping you discover the best of the region while avoiding the busiest sections.
Martigny Factfile
Day routes - the big ones: : Route 1: 115km, 2,650m climbing - Riding Col du Sanetsch circular ride with cable car section; Route 2: km, 96m 2,650 climbing - Ride to Great St Bernard Hospice via Col du Champex
Day routes - the local passes: Route 3: 89km, 2,360m climbing - Ride to Verbier via Croix de Coeur; Route 4: 60km, 1,920m climbing - Ride to Col des Planches and Col du Lein; Route 5: 65km, 2,510m elevation gain - Ride to Col de la Gueulaz and Lac d'Emosson
Day routes - the side valleys: Route 6: 87km, 2,570m - Riding in the Val Ferret; Route 7: 82km, 2,310m climbing - Ride to Mauvoisin Dam via Col des Planches
Day routes - Further afield: Route 8: 139km, 1,840m climbing - Ride to Lake Geneva via Lac Morgins; Route 9: 114km, 3.050m climbing - Riding the Saas valley till the end
Bike stores and rental: L'Echappee bike shop with service facilities, Cross Roads Cycles for all needs bicycle
Bike friendly accommodation: Bike friendly accommodation (and also friendly on your wallet) is the Youth Hostel in Martigny - they have rooms with ensuite and a bike storage facility.
Tourism website / other: Find out more about Martigny here, Parking is limited in Martigny and the station car park offers good value up to 7 days parking - find out more on the Swiss rail website here
Destinations outside the Alps
Port de Soller (Mallorca)- Spain
Climbing the Tramontana mountains.
Port de Sóller (pronounced So-yer) is the best place to base yourself for exploring the Tramuntana mountains. Sóller, the larger town, lies 3 km inland and is cut off from the rest of the island by a wall of mountains rising over 1,000 m high. There is no way out without some climbing. Moreover, most of the island’s best climbs are within reach of a day’s ride.
Although Port de Sóller still has a working harbour, today it is a charming resort town, with a beautiful promenade set around a horseshoe-shaped bay and plenty of restaurants. From a cycling perspective, it is ideally located: iconic climbs such as Puig Major, Sa Calobra, Coll de Sóller, the west coast road to Valldemossa, and the inland passes like Coll d’Honor are all easily accessible.
You could stay in Sóller itself, a bustling little town with an intricate old centre and a large cathedral, or in one of the nearby villages, such as Fornalutx. However, being based by the sea in Port de Sóller is particularly appealing. Having dinner at one of the restaurants along the beach promenade, watching the sun set while refuelling and unwinding after a day’s riding, is hard to beat.
Ride here and you certainly won’t be alone. It is popular with cyclists, and with its smooth roads and fantastic scenery, it’s easy to see why.
Port de Soller Factfile
Passes and climbs in easy reach: Puig Major, Sa Calobra, Coll de Soller, Coll d'Honor, Can Costa, Port de Valldemossa
Bike stores and rental: Tramontana Tours - they have Canyon and Trek road bikes, gravel and MTB bikes plus e-bikes. Really competent and friendly shop. They also offer guided rides and have tour suggestions on their website.
Bike friendly accommodation: Port de Soller has a large variety of accomation, anything from self catering to luxury, many catering for cyclists. I stayed in a 1 star place which is not everyone's cup of tea. If you are not bothered by a cheap no frills place where you can rest your head and keep you bike secure in your room (or rather in your hut which are dotted around the grounds), check out Soller Gardens.
Bikepacking has a very different dynamic from day rides even if you ride on holiday and in new places. More immersed, more intense, more adventure, more freedom.
