Aitana Tour.
The Aitana Tour takes riders from Callosa d'en Sarrià over the four passes the professionals train on every winter on the Costa Blanca: Tudons, Confrides, Sa Creueta and the Coll de Rates. That is over 3,000 metres of climbing on one loop through the hinterland, and staying inside the closed-road safety capsule means rationing four timed ascents.
Aitana Tour 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
Start and finish are at the sports centre in the Pla del Galbis at Callosa d'en Sarrià. After a warm-up over the Alto de Finestrat around kilometre 13, the longest climb of the day starts at kilometre 31 through Sella: twelve kilometres at a little over five percent to the Port de Tudons at about 1,030 metres, the high point of the loop and the first timed sector. Through Confrides the route reaches the second timed pass, the Port de Confrides at kilometre 75, then drops via Guadalest back to Callosa, where the Medio Fondo riders turn off at kilometre 99.8.
The second half belongs to the Gran Fondo alone. Through the Tàrbena valley it climbs to the Port de Sa Creueta at almost 780 metres, a long ascent with steep ramps, and after the descent the Coll de Rates starts at kilometre 139: just over six kilometres at nearly six percent, the final timed sector and the best-known climb in the region. A short kick back up to Tàrbena, then the road rolls home to Callosa.
It is all asphalt through the mountains between the Sierra de Aitana and the Mediterranean, at the end of May, when the coast is already summer-warm and the top of the Tudons is noticeably cooler. Roads are closed inside the capsule between the Guardia Civil's red and green flags, and outside the timed sectors the organiser sets a controlled pace.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 13.4 | 3.4 km | 5.7 % | 9.4 % | +192 m | Cat. 3 |
| km 26.2 | 4.5 km | 3.8 % | 7.9 % | +171 m | Cat. 3 |
| km 31.5 | 12.2 km | 5.3 % | 10.7 % | +649 m | Cat. 1 |
| km 66.4 | 2.4 km | 5.9 % | 14 % | +142 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 70.4 | 4.2 km | 5.3 % | 14.8 % | +225 m | Cat. 3 |
| km 104.6 | 9.3 km | 5.3 % | 12.8 % | +493 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 139.3 | 6.2 km | 5.6 % | 11.9 % | +346 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 151 | 1.5 km | 6.4 % | 9.9 % | +96 m | Cat. 4 |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Aitana Tour.
Sit in early
The day splits in two: up to kilometre 100 you ride the same passes as the Medio Fondo, and then Sa Creueta and the Coll de Rates add around 850 metres of climbing in two long ascents. Budget the four timed sectors with that in mind, not on how you feel early on. At twelve kilometres the Tudons is the longest climb, and because it starts at kilometre 31 it is also the biggest trap: riding it for mountain points leaves nothing for the second half.
Ration your effort
The day is decided in the last 60 kilometres. Sa Creueta drags on with ramps up to 14 percent, and the Coll de Rates only arrives at kilometre 139, after five to six hours in the saddle.
Race the finale
Hold a rhythm on the Tudons and Confrides that you could repeat on the Coll de Rates, and use the controlled-pace stretches between timed sectors to eat and drink. In late-May warmth that often matters more than the legs.
Training plan for Aitana Tour: 12-week build
Build endurance
Plan on six to eight hours for the 165 kilometres; the time limit is nine. The effort is mostly aerobic but not even: well over half the climbing sits in four long ascents, and on the timed sectors the field rides freely while a set pace of around 28 km/h applies in between. The result alternates group riding with long climbing blocks.
Train the climbs
The decisive sections are the long Tudons early on and the two passes of the second half, which come after more than 100 kilometres. Train long rides with the climbing in the final third, for example three or four climbing blocks of 20 to 40 minutes at threshold, the last one after four hours of riding.
Ride race-specific
Because the field stays together outside the timed sectors, riding in a group and settling back into it after a hard timed climb belong in training too. The descents off the Tudons, Confrides and Sa Creueta reward practice on twisting mountain roads.
Arrive fresh
Late May can be hot on the Costa Blanca while the Tudons at over 1,000 metres is fresh. Rehearse a drinking and eating plan in warm weather, and carry a vest for the first descent. A compact chainset with a large sprocket, as the organiser recommends, helps on the ramps of up to 14 percent.
Courses
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Everything about Aitana Tour.
How long is Aitana Tour?
Aitana Tour is 165 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Aitana Tour have?
Aitana Tour has around 3,079 m of elevation gain over 165 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Aitana Tour?
Aitana Tour is classified as Mountainous, averaging 18.7 vertical metres per kilometre. 14% of the route is flat, 39% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 2% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Aitana Tour have?
The hardest climb of Aitana Tour starts at kilometre 31.5, runs for 12.2 km at an average of 5.3% and gains 649 metres. Cycling-convention rating: Cat. 1. 8 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Aitana Tour a loop course?
Yes, Aitana Tour is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Aitana Tour course?
Yes. The Aitana Tour course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Aitana Tour?
Preparation for Aitana Tour should account for 165 km, 3,079 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Aitana Tour?
The pacing strategy for Aitana Tour should reflect 165 km, 3,079 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Aitana Tour take place?
Aitana Tour takes place on May 29, 2027.
Where does Aitana Tour take place?
Aitana Tour takes place in Callosa d'en Sarrià, Spain.
Which distances does Aitana Tour offer?
Aitana Tour offers 2 distances — Gran Fondo: 165 km; Medio Fondo: 100 km.
How do I register for Aitana Tour?
Registration runs through the organiser: aitanatour.com. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
