Monday, September 27, 2021

Ripoll: La Trobada Hotel, latrobadahotel.com

Bike Route: Olot to Ripoll, 20 miles, 3000 feet of climb

A long climb out of Olot on a quiet country highway. Another beautiful day of riding.

Ripoll is an industrial town with a focus on metals and textiles. We rode about a mile through textile factories to find a Michelin-starred restaurant for lunch. The restaurant was closed, so we didn't get to try its special cuisine, but the ride was fun.

Our hotel was very nice, on the edge of Old Town, with a secure garage for the bikes. We explored the town in the evening, walking along the river and around the old streets.

Incredible views on the way to Ripoll.

Lots of climbing, with two cols (passes) between Olot and Ripoll. Col 1...

and col 2.

Did I say incredible views?