Roda Village – GPX Route 3

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Description

Roda Village – GPX Route 3

Ride Overview

The Reservoir & Rolling Hills Loop is a scenic mid-length route that takes you inland from the Mar Menor into the gently undulating hills surrounding Embalse de La Pedrera. With long steady inclines, coastal breezes, and quiet lanes, this ride is ideal for intermediate cyclists or those wanting a more relaxed day in the saddle without sacrificing elevation.

This route rewards you with varied terrain and great lake views—perfect for base mileage or steady-paced efforts.

Rides Statistics

  • Distance: 90.1 km

  • Elevation Gain: 794 m

  • Difficulty: Moderate

  • Estimated Time: 3–4.5 hours

  • Start/Finish: Los Narejos (Roda Village / Mar Menor area)

What to Expect

Leaving from Los Narejos, the ride gradually climbs inland through San Javier and Pilar de la Horadada, heading northwest toward the La Pedrera reservoir. Around km 30, you’ll hit the ride’s highest point, followed by a scenic descent with occasional rolling climbs.

After looping around the reservoir, the route returns via San Miguel de Salinas and San Pedro del Pinatar, offering a pleasant mix of terrain and a strong tailwind on coastal return days.

Key Highlights

  • 💧 Embalse de La Pedrera – striking blue reservoir set in the Murcian hills

  • 🌿 Quiet, winding rural roads and rolling terrain

  • 🚴‍♂️ Great mix of climbing, descending, and tempo efforts

  • ☀️ Mild weather and open views year-round

  • ☕ Coffee stop potential in Pilar de la Horadada, San Miguel, and San Javier

Rider Tips

  • Ideal for riders building mileage or mixing climbing into a medium-distance loop.

  • All MBH bikes come with compact 50/34 T gearing and 28mm tyres.

  • Be aware: sun exposure is high—start early and bring plenty of fluids.

  • GPX compatible with Garmin, Wahoo & Komoot navigation tools.

Enjoy Rolling Views with Murcia Bike Hire

Book your carbon road bike with Murcia Bike Hire for this beautiful inland loop. All rentals include delivery to Roda Village, Los Alcázares, and Mar Menor areas, plus essential tools and accessories.

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