Sports and traveling are two of the things that make us happiest. In 2017, many pilgrims made the Camino de Santiago on bike.
Riding a bike has many advantages. You can enjoy individually or collectively, and it is not necessary to have a lot of money, just a minimal investment and a lot of desire.
If you are thinking about starting this adventure on two wheels, this post is for you!
Plan your Camino
Travel time and distances depend on each pilgrim. There are no correct deadlines and correct distances, it depends on what each one can advance each day.
We recommend you calculate an average of 50 kilometers per day. You must do at least 200 kilometers, the minimum distance to obtain the accreditation of La Compostela on bicycle.
Choose your Camino
The Camino de Santiago has a different routes. If is the first time you are going to travel on bike, we recommend you to choose a Camino that meets your needs and the time you have for the adventure.
Probably, the best option to start is the French Way, We don’t recommend you doing complete, is a heavy route Approximately 900 kilometers!
An excellent alternative is the route that departs from León. It comprises 306 kilometers divided into 6 stages. This route goes through the Valle de Ponferrada and O Cebreiro and ends in Santiago de Compostela.
Keep in mind that all the routes of the Camino de Santiago have a special feature that makes it magical, and you can start from wherever you want.
If you have already done more trips on bike, you are in good shape, and you are passionate about this way to do the Camino, choose the route that you like.
If you need recommendations, the Primitivo Way has a special charm, and it was the first route used by pilgrims who wanted to go to Santiago de Compostela. Part from Oviedo, and the main section that connects Asturias with Galicia is into the mountain.
Choose your bike
Choosing the right bike is very important. You can start to studying the stages you are going to do, that will give you an idea of the type of bike, whether it’s a road, a mountain, or a hybrid.
If you don’t have a bike, time to choose it, or you aren’t sure which is the best option for you, we recommend you our services, usually we work with MTB OverX models of BH 24v, 27v and 27v disc, totally adapted to the Camino de Santiago.
The Camino on Bici with Santiago Ways
We offer you a complete service on route on the date you choose it. We will organize your itinerary, select the best accommodations and transport your luggage between stages.
In addition, you will have telephone assistance in route, an assistance vehicle in case of emergency, and travel assistance insurance.
When you arrive at the hotel, you will have the bicycles packed and ready to start the march the next day. In addition to bicycles, we will provide you helmets, saddlebags and the toolkit for free.
Prepare your body and your mind
If you do the Camino de Santiago on bike, you Will find a forest, roads, stones, ups and downs. Your body Will be ready to this adventure.
The physical preparation necessary to make the Camino de Santiago on bike is superior to the one we need to do it by foot. We recommend you constant training a few months before starting your Camino, combining bike trips, working your muscles and attending some inner pedaling classes (spinning or similar).
If you need extra help or you do not have enought time to organize your trip
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Hi! Thank you so much for your interest in the Camino de Santiago on bike—what an exciting way to experience the pilgrimage!
We’d love to help you explore this adventure. To provide you with the most relevant information, could you please share a few details:
✓ Preferred route: Which Camino route interests you? (French Way, Portuguese Way, Coastal routes, etc.)
✓ Timeframe: When are you thinking of cycling the Camino?
✓ Experience level: Are you an experienced cyclist or new to long-distance cycling?
✓ Group size: Will you be cycling solo or with others?
✓ Duration: How many days do you have available?
What we offer for cycling pilgrims:
✓ Detailed cycling itineraries on various Camino routes
✓ Comfortable accommodations with bike-friendly facilities
✓ Luggage transfer service (so you cycle light)
✓ Route guidance and support throughout your journey
✓ 24/7 assistance
To receive personalized information, please:
Reply here with the details above, or
Contact us directly at https://santiagoways.com/en/
Our team will send you comprehensive cycling information tailored to your needs
We’re excited to help you plan your Camino cycling adventure!
Best regards,
Santiago Ways Team
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Hi! Thank you so much for your interest in the Camino de Santiago on bike—we’re thrilled you found us!
We’d absolutely love to help you plan your cycling adventure. To get in touch and send you personalized information, we’ll need your contact details:
✓ Your email address
✓ Your phone number (optional)
✓ Preferred contact method (email or phone)
Once we have this information, our team will reach out to discuss:
Which Camino route interests you
Your preferred dates and duration
Your cycling experience level
Accommodation and support preferences
Pricing and available packages
You can share your contact details by:
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We look forward to connecting with you and creating an unforgettable cycling Camino experience!
Best regards,
Santiago Ways Team
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Hi! Thank you so much for your interest in the Camino de Santiago on bike—we’re delighted you found our ad!
We’d love to provide you with more information and help you plan your cycling adventure. To get started, could you please share:
✓ Your email address (so we can send you detailed information)
✓ Your preferred route (French Way, Portuguese Way, Coastal routes, etc.)
✓ Timeframe: When are you thinking of cycling?
✓ Any other details about your interests or questions
You can reach us by:
Replying to this comment with your email and details, or
Visiting our website at https://santiagoways.com/en/ and using our contact form
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Our team will respond promptly with comprehensive information about cycling the Camino, including routes, accommodations, support services, and pricing!
We’re excited to help you plan this incredible journey!
Best regards,
Santiago Ways Team
Witam ja i ciocia jesteśmy zainteresowane przejechaniem Ok 300 km szlaku camino rowerem. Myślę że Ok 50 km dziennie możemy przejechać. Bardzo prosiłabym o informację jak wygląda wypożyczenie roweru na miejscu?
– czy dostarczają Państwo rower na planowany start, czy może trzeba go odebrać z konkretnego miejsca?
– czy rower posiada sakwy i pełny zestaw tzn kask oświetlenie?
-czy świadczycie usługi np w przypadku awarii roweru? Jesteśmy kobietami i nie bardzo radzimy sobie np. Ze zmianą dentki
– czy po dojechaniu do Santiago de Compostela będziemy mogły tam zwrócić rower?
– czy jest jakaś trasa Ok 300 km którą polecacie na okres Ok 19 kwietnia
– proszę podać cenę wypożyczenia roweru.
Dziękuję Anna
Witam Annę!
Dziękuję za zainteresowanie się Camino de Santiago na rowerze! Wasza wizja przejazdu ok. 300 km z ciotką brzmi wspaniale.
Jednak muszę być szczera: Niestety, nie oferujemy usług wynajmu rowerów ani koordynacji sprzętu rowerowego. Nasze specjalizacje to organizacja tras pieszych Camino w Hiszpanii i Portugalii.
Jednak mogę Wam zaproponować alternatywy:
Opcja 1: Wynajęcie roweru na miejscu
✓ Lokalne firmy wynajmu rowerów w Hiszpanii/Portugalii
✓ Zazwyczaj dostarczają pełny zestaw (sakwy, kask, oświetlenie)
✓ Oferują serwis w przypadku awarii
✓ Możliwość zwrotu w Santiago de Compostela
Opcja 2: Przywieźć własny rower
✓ Pełna kontrola nad sprzętem
✓ Znany Wam rower
✓ Brak kosztów wynajmu
Co możemy dla Was zrobić:
Chociaż nie zajmujemy się rowerami, możemy zaproponować:
✓ Trasy rowerowe ok. 300 km na ok. 19 kwietnia
✓ Noclegi wzdłuż trasy
✓ Transport bagażu (50 km dziennie = 6 dni)
✓ Wsparcie 24/7 podczas podróży
✓ Informacje o trasach rowerowych
Aby uzyskać więcej informacji, proszę:
Skontaktować się z nami bezpośrednio: https://santiagoways.com/en/
Podzielić się szczegółami:
Dokładne daty w połowie kwietnia 2025
Punkt startu i meta
Preferencje noclegu
Nasz zespół może:
Zaproponować trasę ok. 300 km
Pomóc w koordynacji wynajmu roweru
Zapewnić noclegi i transport bagażu
Udzielić wsparcia 24/7
Przepraszamy, że nie możemy w pełni obsługiwać wynajmu rowerów, ale chętnie pomożemy w pozostałych aspektach Waszej przygody!
Pozdrawiam,
Santiago Ways Team
Hello
I am interested in finding out the cost of doing the full Camino, for two people. Ideally we would like to have two e-bikes and one of us would like to walk the last 100km with the other accompanying on e-bike, on the walking trail. Is this possible and what would the cost to rent, etc be.
Thank you in advance.
Jane
Hi, Jane.
We’re very glad about your interest in walking the Camino de Santiago with us. We will be happy to help you plan an itinerary.
The Reservations team will send you an email as soon as possible with all the information so you can enjoy the magic of the Camino.
If you do not receive the mail in 48 labour hours, please check your ‘Spam’ folder.
Kind regards,
Santiago Ways Team
My wife and I want to do a guided tour of the Camino from Porto to Santiago so confusing on the Internet so many different companies would be interested in your thoughts if you company does this thank you
Hi, Paul.
Thank you for contacting Santiago Ways! We are very happy to hear about your interest in doing the Camino de Santiago, but our company does not offer guided tours. Most routes on the Camino de Santiago are done in a self-guided mode. Thus, each traveller has the opportunity to advance on their own and at their own pace along the routes marked on the complete itinerary of the route, which is sent one month before starting the Camino.
If you are interested, we would be glad to help you plan an itinerary so you can enjoy the magic of the Camino.
Best regards,
Santiago Ways Team
We would like to cycle some of the Camino. We have very mixed ability. Some members only able for very short trips (2 hours with stops). Can you recommend an easy route. We will be hiring bikes. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi, Paula.
We’re very glad about your interest in walking the Camino de Santiago with us. We will be happy to help you plan an itinerary.
The Reservations team will send you an email as soon as possible with all the information so you can enjoy the magic of the Camino.
If you do not receive the mail in 48 labour hours, please check your ‘Spam’ folder.
Kind regards,
Santiago Ways Team
Can you rent a trike bike or a double seated one that I could possibly drive my mom on the Camino? We have aleays wanted to go on the Camino but her husband just passed away and now she has mobility issues and is in her 80’s. Is it possible to rent this kind of bike?
Hi Ana!
What a beautiful and touching plan—wanting to share the Camino experience with your mom after her loss, despite her mobility challenges, shows real love and dedication. We’re honored you’re considering this journey together.
About trike bikes and double-seated bikes:
Your question about renting specialized bikes (trike or double-seated) is thoughtful and practical. However, I must be honest about the challenges and possibilities.
Trike bikes and double-seated bikes reality:
✗ Very limited availability: These are specialized, rarely available for rent
✗ Expensive: Significantly more costly than standard bikes
✗ Terrain challenges: Trikes/double-seated bikes struggle on rough Camino terrain
✗ Not ideal for Camino: Most routes have gravel, hills, uneven surfaces
✓ Possible but difficult: May require advance planning and specialist companies
Challenges for your mom on the Camino:
✓ Terrain: Mix of paved roads, gravel paths, some hills
✓ Mobility issues: Trike/double-seated bikes require specific terrain
✓ Age consideration: 80+ requires careful planning
✓ Comfort: Extended riding can be uncomfortable
✓ Support: Professional assistance essential
However, here are realistic options to explore:
Option 1: E-trike rental (most practical)
✓ Search for “e-trike rental Portugal/Spain”
✓ Electric assist makes hills manageable
✓ More comfortable for extended riding
✓ Better for your mom’s mobility needs
✓ Requires advance booking and specialist companies
Option 2: Double-seated bike (tandem)
✓ Easier to find than trikes
✓ You pedal, your mom enjoys the ride
✓ Still challenging on rough terrain
✓ Better for flatter Camino sections
✓ More affordable than trikes
Option 3: Combination approach (most realistic)
✓ Your mom rides in a comfortable seat/cart attached to your bike
✓ You provide pedal power
✓ Professional support for logistics
✓ Flexible pacing and rest days
✓ Achievable for shorter Camino segments
Option 4: Assisted transport (alternative)
✓ Your mom travels by vehicle between towns
✓ You walk or bike daily segments
✓ Meet up each evening
✓ Shared Camino experience, adapted to her needs
✓ Most comfortable for 80+ with mobility issues
What we CAN help with:
If you’re interested in a Camino experience for you and your mom:
✓ Biking routes: You bike, your mom travels comfortably
✓ Walking segments: Short walks your mom can manage
✓ Professional support: Accommodations, assistance, 24/7 help
✓ Flexible pacing: Adapt to her mobility needs
✓ Meaningful experience: Share the Camino together
✓ Comfortable accommodations: Essential for her recovery and comfort
Best approach for your situation:
We recommend a combination experience:
✓ You bike or walk daily segments
✓ Your mom travels comfortably between towns (vehicle or assisted transport)
✓ You meet each evening to share the experience
✓ Rest days together in beautiful towns
✓ Professional support throughout
✓ Meaningful Camino experience adapted to her needs
To explore specialized bike rentals:
For trike or double-seated bikes:
✓ Search online: “E-trike rental Portugal” or “E-trike rental Spain”
✓ Contact specialist companies: Search “adaptive bike rental Camino”
✓ Local tourism offices: May have recommendations
✓ Cycling forums: Communities with specialized bike knowledge
✓ Advance booking: Essential for specialized equipment
To plan a meaningful Camino experience for you and your mom, please:
Contact us at https://santiagoways.com/en/
Share:
Your mom’s mobility level: What can she realistically do?
Your preference: Biking, walking, or combination?
Route interest: Which Camino appeals to you?
Duration: How many days available?
Dates: When would you like to do this?
Accommodation needs: Your mom’s comfort requirements?
Special considerations: Medical needs, rest day requirements, etc.
Our team will:
Discuss realistic options for your mom’s needs
Explore specialized bike rental possibilities
Recommend combination approaches
Create a meaningful, achievable Camino experience
Coordinate all logistics and support
Provide 24/7 assistance throughout
Our honest assessment:
Standard trike/double-seated bikes are difficult to find for Camino travel. However, a combination approach where you bike/walk and your mom travels comfortably between towns, then you share evenings and rest days together, is absolutely achievable and meaningful.
Why this works:
✓ Your mom experiences the Camino spiritually
✓ You get the physical pilgrimage experience
✓ You share the journey together
✓ Adapted to her 80+ mobility needs
✓ Professional support throughout
✓ Comfortable, safe, meaningful
A beautiful tribute:
Honoring your mom’s wish to experience the Camino after her husband’s passing is deeply meaningful. Whether through specialized bikes or a combination approach, we can help create a memorable Camino experience that works for both of you.
Ana, we’re honored to help you plan this special journey with your mom!
Best regards,
Santiago Ways Team
My husband and I are interested in planning a ride on the Camino De Santiago for this October but we’re hoping to ride ebikes. We have not taken a bike tour before. Is this something that is offered?
Hi, Michelle.
We’re very glad about your interest in walking the Camino de Santiago with us. We will be happy to help you plan an itinerary.
The Reservations team will send you an email as soon as possible with all the information so you can enjoy the magic of the Camino.
If you do not receive the mail in 48 labour hours, please check your ‘Spam’ folder.
Kind regards,
Santiago Ways Team
Hi, we are a cycling group of mixed levels from Ireland. We would like to do this as a group but we are not familiar where to start – what route etc. we would like to cycle for 3 days and could complete anything up to 80 to 100KM per day with regular stops of course. can you advise on a route you think might be suitable and if there is an approx cost per person.? Thank you.
Hi, Michelle.
We’re very glad about your interest in cycling the Camino de Santiago with us. We will be happy to help you plan an itinerary.
The Reservations team will send you an email as soon as possible with all the information so you can enjoy the magic of the Camino.
If you do not receive the mail in 48 labour hours, please check your ‘Spam’ folder.
Kind regards,
Santiago Ways Team
Can you rent a bike one way for the Portugal Coastal Camino
Hi, Linda.
We’re very glad about your interest in doing the Camino de Santiago with us. We will be happy to help you plan an itinerary and provide information about bike rental.
The Reservations team will send you an email as soon as possible with all the information so you can enjoy the magic of the Camino.
If you do not receive the mail in 48 labour hours, please check your ‘Spam’ folder.
Kind regards,
Santiago Ways Team