El evento
The Titan Village, the race’s central hub, will be in Mojácar. All participants must be at this location on September 30th for the start of the technical checks. The final stage will also finish there on October 4th.
HOW DO I GET THERE?
The closest airport to Mojácar is Almería Airport, located one hour from the town.
An airport with excellent connections to most European countries, located about three hours from Mojácar.
With numerous connections to hundreds of cities, it is located about two and a half hours from Mojácar.
Transfers from airports and train station
You can arrange transfers through the organization from the various airports mentioned in the previous point. If you need more information, please email us at info@skodatitandesertalmeria.com.
Almería is very well connected to the rest of Spain via highways and expressways. If you’re driving, there’s a large parking lot next to both hotels in Mojácar where you can leave your car during the race.
Almería has a train station with connections throughout the Iberian Peninsula. The nearest cities with high-speed train (AVE) service are Málaga and Granada. Medium-distance trains to Almería depart from both cities. You can check the different route options here.
Transporting the bicycle
It is the participant’s responsibility to bring their own bike to the race. The organization does not provide transportation.
FAQs
What kind of terrain will I encounter on each stage?
The race combines different types of terrain. Most of the tracks are in good condition. There are some sections of soft ground when crossing some dry riverbeds and some sections of trail.
Does the route change every year?
Yeah. Although it maintains the main stages, the route design varies each edition to offer new experiences, improve safety, and adapt to environmental conditions.
Will I know the race route before the race?
Yes, but only when they are 100% validated. They are published two weeks before the start of the event, after the final checks and adjustments. The organization notifies participants as soon as they are available.
Are the stages fully marked, or do we just follow the trail?
The race must be completed exclusively on the track. Although there may be occasional reference points for safety reasons, the regulations require following the official track with your GPS.
Are there feed stations along the route?
Yes. Each stage has official aid stations offering water and food. The exact locations are listed in the stage profile and during the daily briefing, but as a general rule, they are located less than 40 kilometers apart.
Which bike is best suited for this route?
A mountain bike is ideal; we recommend a full-suspension model for greater comfort. Gravel bikes are allowed but are not ideal for this type of route.
Are e-bikes allowed?
Not in the general category. It is only allowed within the ebike program.
Are there any cutoff times?
There may be some stages where cut-off times are established to improve the safety of participants. These will be communicated in the briefing prior to the stage.
Are there shuttle services for riders between the camp and the starting line?
Yeah. When a stage does not start or finish at the hotel, the organization provides official transfers.