The wonderful natural surroundings of La Manga Club lends itself to a number of options to enjoy the great outdoors. These include triathlon, road cycling, mountain biking & running.
Triathlon
Triathlon is one of the most complete sports that exists, comprising three different disciplines:-
- Swimming
- Cycling (normally road biking)
- Running
La Manga Club has established itself as a unique destination in Spain for training in endurance sports such as triathlon.
Mild year-round weather, first-class sports facilities, two seas for open water swimming and a location on the edge of the Calblanque Natural Park mean that La Manga Club is able to offer fantastic natural routes for cycling and running training at all levels. For those seeking to take their training to the next level, expert guidance is also available at the Fitness Centre along with the services of the High Performance Sport Centre (CIARD) both situated in the Wellness Centre.
Junior Triathlon Academy
The Triathlon Academy seeks to develop children through encouraging a sports-orientated life.
This has led to the development of the following objectives:-
- To acquire motor skills and to improve their physical condition.
- To enjoy triathlon as a recreational activity and a hobby. Competition does not have to be a priority, but used as a channel to achieve personal goals that are more challenging and that are related to the practice of triathlon. All of this will lead to complete enjoyment in all aspects of life.
Road Cycling
Regularly used by locals but otherwise undiscovered the Murcian roads provide a perfect training ground. Ride on roads used regularly by local professionals. There is a wide variety of routes with different gradings (easy, moderate or difficult) for training on the resort itself, locally around Portmán, La Unión, Los Alcázares or further afield for more demanding rides such as Mazarrón or Sierra Espuña, which has a mountain pass that will challenge even the most experienced of riders.
Training Routes
Monday Ride 41km – 410m ascent
Suitable – Road Cyclists, Triathletes
Level – Intermediate (incudes Portman Hills)
Short Portman Anticlockwise Loop 28km – 400m ascent
Suitable – Road Cyclists, Triathletes
Level – Intermediate (incudes Portman Hills)
Short Portman Los Nietos Loop 32km – 400m ascent
Suitable – Road Cyclists, Triathletes
Level – Intermediate (incudes Portman Hills)
Mazarron 110km – 1300m ascent
Suitable – Road Cyclists, Triathletes
Level – Advanced
For more information about the routes, please download the Cycling, Running & Walking Guide
Mountain Biking
Situated in the foothills between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean there are plenty of trails right on the doorstep. Heading north towards the Mar Menor you can leave the resort of gentle trails away from traffic, heading south there are more challenging trails through the hills. There is a great choice of routes to leave the roads behind you, including the Calblanque National Park, Monte de las Cenizas, Portmán and La Unión mining hills. All of these routes are within easy reach of the resort.
Training Route
Cenizas gun battery (easiest route)
Route to Cenizas gun battery 10km – 210m ascent
Suitable – MTB, Running (NOT road bike)
Level – Intermediate (not technical, all car-width tracks)
For more information about the routes, please download the Cycling, Running & Walking Guide
Running & Trail Running
La Manga Club is the ideal destination for walking and running. Bordered on two sides by a natural park, it is virtually unequalled in offering numerous, little-frequented trails through unspoilt countryside, within moments of your accommodation.
The hills surrounding the resort offer some excellent walking and jogging routes, with well-marked paths and many stunning views.
La Manga Club is firmly committed to road, trail and mountain running, taking advantage of the outstanding opportunities the area offers.
The La Manga Club Sunset Race through the golf courses and the La Manga Club Mountain Race are renowned throughout Spain.
For more information about the routes, please download the Cycling, Running & Walking Guide
