These hand-picked rides transport you to coastlines brushed by sea breezes, villages where time lingers, and landscapes bathed in warm, endless light. From the Pacific sparkle of California's Monterey Bay to the Mediterranean allure of Mallorca, the volcanic drama of Tenerife to the turquoise coves of Corsica, each route offers more than just kilometres and elevation; it's an immersive window into a special location.
You'll climb, coast, and cruise through scenes so immersive you can almost feel the sun on your skin. Whether you're chasing coastal horizons, weaving through old-world towns, or rolling past lush plantations, these ROUVY rides let you hold onto summer just a little longer, and maybe, never let it go.
Monterey Bay | California, USA
Where the Ocean Meets the Ride
This 15 km ride along Monterey Bay features mostly flat terrain with a gentle 100 m total ascent, making it a manageable option for riders of all levels. You start near the coastline, riding alongside beaches and coastal trails that provide steady ocean views. The route is primarily flat with slight rolling hills, ideal for enjoying the Pacific breeze without challenging climbs.
Highlights include passing Asilomar State Beach and coastal parks, where you might spot local wildlife. The ride finishes with smooth stretches along the shoreline, making it a relaxing experience that showcases California's coastal beauty.
Palm Beach | Florida, USA
Glamour and Sand Under Endless Skies
This 25 km Palm Beach route is very flat, with just 35 m of total ascent, perfect for a steady endurance ride or recovery day. The course runs mostly along coastal roads and beachfront promenades lined with palm trees, luxury homes, and art deco buildings from Delray Beach to West Palm Beach. There are no climbs or steep sections, so you can maintain a consistent pace while taking in ocean views and the warm Florida vibe.
The route includes long straightaways and smooth turns, allowing you a calm, scenic ride focused on coastal charm through coastal towns such as Boynton Beach and Lake Worth.
Petra to Manacor | Mallorca, Spain
Vineyards, Windmills, and Village Life
This 25 km ride features moderate climbing, totalling 284 m of ascent, with several short but steady climbs as you travel from Petra to Manacor. The terrain includes gentle rolling hills passing through farmland, vineyards, and small villages. The most significant climbs are gradual but consistent and steady, providing a good workout without overly steep gradients.
Along the way, you'll pass traditional Mallorcan windmills and olive groves, ending in the historic town of Manacor with its stone buildings and local markets. This route is ideal for riders looking to combine moderate climbing with cultural scenery.
Almáciga | Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Volcanic Shores and Tropical Trails
The 21 km cycle in Almáciga, Tenerife, in the Canary Islands in Spain, offers 187 m of total ascent, consisting of short climbs on a predominantly downhill road to the ocean, starting inland and snaking along a route through thick vegetation, passing a few houses and through craggy cliffs. Starting near Monte del Aguirre, you’ll ride with magnificent views of the volcanic cliffs, lush banana plantations, mountains and the Atlantic Ocean ahead of you.
Cap Corse West | Corsica, France
Wild Cliffs and Turquoise Horizons
Ride along the dramatic west coast of Cap Corse from Canari, where cliffside roads overlook the turquoise Mediterranean. Pass charming villages like Nonza and enjoy sweeping views of Corsica’s rugged mountains and wild shoreline. This 18 km route along Cap Corse’s western flank features approximately 180 meters of climbing, with a few short, noticeable ascents.
The profile is characterised by rolling hills, with some steeper sections that follow the rugged coastline. The road passes through small fishing villages and terraced vineyards, offering stunning coastal scenery. While the climbs are not very long, they can be sharp in parts, making this route ideal for riders comfortable with varied gradients seeking spectacular seaside vistas.
Calpe | Valencian Community, Spain
The Climb Beneath the Rock
Calpe in the Valencian Community of Spain features a 16 km route with a total ascent of 241 m, including a few short climbs followed by a descent to sea level. Starting from the coastal town, the ride includes a steady uphill section leading towards the Castillo del Mascarat, then down to a prominent limestone rock formation called the Penyal d’Ifac, which dominates the skyline and offers views of the Mediterranean Sea.
You will pass through residential areas, citrus groves, and small beaches. The route combines climbing and flat sections, making it ideal for riders seeking to train on ascents without long or very steep hills. Enjoy riding alongside a few pro female riders from the AG Team, who were out doing a winter training ride.
São Mateus | Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal
Volcanic Shores and Atlantic Blues
Cycle through São Mateus, a village on Pico Island in the Azores, off the coast of Portugal, offering a vivid glimpse into the region’s volcanic heritage and winemaking traditions. On your ride, you’ll see its striking black stone walls, known as currais, built from volcanic rock to protect vineyards from Atlantic winds and sea spray. These enclosures also absorb and radiate heat, creating a unique microclimate that has supported grape cultivation for centuries.
Central to the production of Pico’s famed Verdelho wine, once exported across Europe and beyond, this vineyard landscape has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travelling through São Mateus, terraced vineyards and ocean views surround visitors, a living testament to resilience, tradition, and the deep bond between the people of Pico and their volcanic land.
Tossa de Mar | Catalonia, Spain
Scenic Coastal Road from Rosamar to Tossa de Mar
The coastal road from Rosamar to Tossa de Mar lies along the Costa Brava in Catalonia, Spain, following the winding GI-682, one of the most scenic drives and cycling routes on the Mediterranean coast. Hugging the rugged shoreline, the road twists and climbs through pine-covered cliffs, with frequent openings that reveal sweeping views of the turquoise sea crashing against jagged coves below. Along the way, you’ll pass secluded pebble beaches tucked between rocky outcrops, such as Cala Canyet, and lookout points where the horizon stretches endlessly.
The spectacular 16 km route, with 225 m of ascent on a rolling terrain, is marked by hairpin bends that reveal dramatic perspectives of both the coastline and the densely forested hills of the Gavarres mountains inland. This short but spectacular stretch of coast captures the essence of the Costa Brava—wild and unspoiled, and you can ride it on ROUVY.
Summer doesn’t have to end when you can ride summery routes year-round. Every route here is a ticket to somewhere bright, full of adventure, and ready to be explored at your own pace. You can pedal through landscapes that make you forget the chill outside, savouring warm golden light, seascapes, coastal roads and the joy of discovering somewhere new.
ROUVY’s virtual routes are not only a way to boost your fitness but also a virtual passport to the world’s most beautiful cycling terrain, served up with all the atmosphere and authenticity you’d expect if you were there in person. So, fill up your water bottle, cue up your favourite summer playlist (TIP: search for ‘summer’ and ‘sun’ in the lyrics), and keep those sunny routes rolling. Your next coastal view, vineyard climb, or palm-lined boulevard is waiting, no airfare needed!
