The best MTB trails around Saldes

A charming corner at the bottom of the valley, surrounded by beech and fir forests that keep it cool until summer. The building, of medieval origin, stands in a peaceful spot, with Pedraforca watching from above. The place is perfect for resting or having a bite to eat at the spring before continuing the route. By mountain bike, the descent to the sanctuary is fast and rocky, with tight bends and shady sections that can be wet. Tip: watch your brakes and enjoy the silence — here you can only hear the water and the forest.

A lonely and windy mountain pass, surrounded by Scots pine forests and high meadows with panoramic views towards Cadí and Pedraforca. It is one of those points where silence weighs heavily and only the wind and the occasional bird can be heard. On a mountain bike, the climb is constant and with sections of loose stone that test technique and patience. Tip: keep a smooth and steady pace, and save your strength for the descent, which is fast and has tight bends that require concentration and a firm hand on the brakes.

Stone town perched above the Cadí valley, with narrow streets, slate roofs and impressive views of Pedraforca. It maintains an authentic charm, far from mass tourism, and invites you to stroll around without rushing. By mountain bike, access from Gósol or Tuixent is demanding but spectacular, with tracks that wind through forests and ravines. Tip: stop at the viewpoint before entering the town — the views of Cadí are postcard-perfect — and secure your brakes well for the descent, which is fast and technical.

High mountain crossing point with spectacular views over the Cadí and the Pedraforca massif. The pass marks the boundary between black pine forests and alpine meadows, and is an ideal place to catch your breath before tackling the final climb to the summit. On a mountain bike, the climb is tough and with rocky sections that may require pushing the bike at some points. Tip: slow down and save your energy for the last section; the reward is a panoramic view that will make you forget your tiredness.

The final ascent to Pedraforca from the Coll de les Bassotes, within the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, begins from the forest track that leaves the signposted car park at the Saldes descent and the Gresolet viewpoint. The path climbs steadily towards the meadows of Toixons and Socarrat, crosses the Prat Llong and the ridge of the Serra Pedregosa until reaching the Cortils gap, right next to the north wall of Pedraforca. The last section is demanding, with sections of loose stone, a steep slope and exposure to the wind. Good traction, physical preparation and a bike in good condition are required if you do it with an MTB or e-bike. It is a place that demands respect but rewards you with one of the most iconic views of the Catalan Pyrenees.

The gradient is impressive. It's worth it.

It is located at the bottom of a deep valley, dominated by the northern slope of Pedraforca, among flat pastures surrounded by forest and rocks, and very close to the Gresolet Forest. We also find the Sanctuary of Gresolet, which in the 13th century was already a center of important Marian devotion, and in the 14th century it was renovated under the patronage of the Barons of Pinós; there is evidence that there was already a priest there. The current building and the neighboring inn were built in the 17th century. It consists of a nave with side chapels, a square presbytery with the Virgin's alcove, and a choir stall at the foot of the church. The altarpiece was lost during the Civil War. Currently, the Virgin of Gresolet (13th century) is venerated in the Church of San Martín de Saldes. It is a polychrome wooden carving depicting the crowned Virgin. It can be accessed via a track.

A very beautiful pass, as these mountains encompass the best of the mid- and high mountains. The landscape is magnificent, with beautiful views of Pedraforca Mountain. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful climbs in Alt Berguedà. Pedraforca is one of the most iconic mountains in Catalonia. This mountain has a very distinctive shape, with two peaks (the upper peak at 2,497 meters and Calderer at 2,491 meters). The nearest towns are Gósol and Saldes. Pedraforca is located in the Cadí mountain range.