Motorcycle Tour of the Pyrenees

A motorcycle tour of the Pyrenees crosses from one sea to the other — the Mediterranean to the Cantabrian — on mountain roads linking Spain, Andorra and France. Over 11 days and roughly 1,900 km, the ROXMOTORS route leaves Barcelona, follows “La Transpirenaica” and sets aside full rest days in Bordeaux and San Sebastián, with 4 and 5 star hotels throughout.

Fine dining between two seas

This is the trip for riders who want mountain curves and a table worth sitting at. The route crosses most of the Pyrenees and their legendary passes, but alternates with stops that are destinations in themselves: Saint-Émilion and its Grand Cru wines, the pintxos of San Sebastián, the walled medieval city of Carcassonne, the Montserrat monastery set into the rock. A region most tourists have yet to find — and one European riders know very well.

What you will see in the Pyrenees

Montserrat Monastery — set among the mountains, with approach roads that justify the day on their own;
Andorra la Vella — one of the world’s smallest countries, with a lively centre, attractive shopping and thermal waters;
Collioure and Carcassonne — the French seaside village with its castle, and one of Europe’s best preserved medieval cities, a UNESCO World Heritage Site;
Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion — the wine capital and a free day among the châteaux and long lunches;
San Sebastián — beaches, architecture and Basque cuisine, with a stop in Biarritz on the way;
La Transpirenaica — the mountain crossing to Boltaña, the most demanding and most beautiful day of the route.

Route summary

Day 1 — Barcelona: arrival, acclimatisation, group briefing and handover of the motorcycles;
Days 2 to 4 — Andorra and southern France: Montserrat and Andorra la Vella, the Pyrenean crossing to Collioure and the medieval city of Carcassonne;
Days 5 and 6 — Bordeaux: a transfer day and a free day with a visit to Saint-Émilion;
Days 7 and 8 — Basque Country: Biarritz and San Sebastián, with a full free day between beaches and pintxos;
Days 9 to 11 — return: the great mountain crossing to Boltaña and the best roads in Catalonia back to Barcelona.

Representative itinerary — the detailed day-by-day programme is in the guide book for each departure.

Tour facts

11 days and approximately 1,900 km;
Countries: Spain, Andorra and France;
Difficulty: easy — the most relaxed level on the ROXMOTORS scale;
100% on-road;
Start and finish in Barcelona;
900cc motorcycle with top case and full insurance (ask about the 1200cc upgrade).

What is included

Motorcycle rental from 800 to 1300cc, with top case and full insurance;
Accommodation in well located 4 and 5 star hotels;
Guide with advanced training in riding, mechanics and WMA wilderness first aid;
Support vehicle with Starlink, mechanical support and first aid;
Life insurance and premium travel assistance;
Digital and printed road book;
Travel kit with ROXMOTORS gifts and a memory frame;
Fuel;
Concierge service for flights, extra hotel nights and local experiences.

Upcoming departures

The most recent Pirineus & Bordeaux Experience sold out. Talk to our team to join the waiting list for the next departure — or bring your own group: this route also runs as a private tour, with whatever adjustments you want.

Why ride the Pyrenees with ROXMOTORS?

Groups of no more than 10 motorcycles, for a genuinely premium experience; a team with more than a decade running international motorcycle tours and its own operation in Europe; support vehicle, certified guide and concierge from start to finish; and the reliability of a well established company.

Want to see more of Europe?

Beyond the Pyrenees, ROXMOTORS runs tours through Portugal and Spain, Andalusia, the Alps, Tuscany, the Adriatic, Eastern Europe, the Balkans, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia and more. Browse all our European tours.

Getting ready

Most visitors need only a passport valid for at least six months to enter the Schengen Area for stays of up to 90 days — check the rules for your nationality. Andorra is in neither the Schengen Area nor the European Union, but it uses the euro and is reached from within the Schengen zone. An International Driving Permit is recommended, and the mandatory travel insurance is already included. Temperatures drop sharply on the mountain passes, even in autumn — pack a thermal layer. About a month before departure we open a WhatsApp group with the road book, packing tips, paperwork and currency guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need my own motorcycle? No. The motorcycle is included and waiting for you at the start of the tour in Barcelona.
Can this route run as a private group? Yes. Pirineus & Bordeaux is one of the routes we run most often as a private tour, with hotels, pace and stops tailored to the group.
Can I bring a pillion? Yes. The route is 100% tarmac, with two free days and moderate daily distances.
When is the best time to go? October, when the tour runs: the Pyrenean passes are still open and Bordeaux is in the middle of the harvest.