Almuñécar · Salobreña · Motril · Alpujarras · Official BMC hire centre
Bike hire on the Costa Tropical
Road, gravel and e-bike rental in Almuñécar, Salobreña, Motril and the Alpujarras. This is our home patch: our shop in Vélez de Benaudalla is 15 minutes from the beach and right at the foot of the Sierra Nevada. 150 BMC bikes, all 2026/27 models with disc brakes and electronic shifting. Collect them from the shop for free, or we deliver to your hotel or villa from €50 by our team car. Pick your dates, add your bikes and extras, and you're booked in 2 minutes.
Staying further away? See bike hire in Málaga and Nerja or bike hire in Granada.
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Choose your bikes
Road bikes · BMC Teammachine
BMC Teammachine SLR Two · 105 Di2
2027 · Shimano 105 Di2 · 52/36 × 11-36 · 28–30 mm tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Teammachine SLR Gen 5 carbon |
|---|---|
| Groupset | Shimano 105 Di2, 2×12 electronic |
| Gearing | 52/36 chainrings, 11-36 cassette |
| Wheels | BMC PRD 23 alloy |
| Tyres | 28–30 mm, Vittoria or Continental |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc |
| Weight | About 8.6 kg (size 54) |
| Sizes | 47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
BMC Teammachine SLR One · Ultegra Di2
2027 · Shimano Ultegra Di2 · 52/36 × 11-36 · 28–30 mm tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Teammachine SLR Gen 5 carbon |
|---|---|
| Groupset | Shimano Ultegra Di2, 2×12 electronic |
| Gearing | 52/36 chainrings, 11-36 cassette |
| Wheels | BMC AR 27 alloy, tubeless ready |
| Tyres | 28–30 mm, Vittoria or Continental, tubeless |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc |
| Weight | About 8.3 kg (size 54) |
| Sizes | 47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
BMC Teammachine SLR01 Six · Ultegra Di2
2027 · Ultegra Di2 · 52/36 × 11-34 · carbon wheels included
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Teammachine SLR 01 Gen 5, 01 Pro Carbon |
|---|---|
| Groupset | Shimano Ultegra Di2, 2×12 electronic |
| Gearing | 52/36 chainrings, 11-34 cassette |
| Wheels | BMC CR 40 carbon, 40 mm deep, tubeless |
| Tyres | 28–30 mm, Vittoria or Continental, tubeless |
| Weight | About 7.9 kg (size 54) |
| Sizes | 47–61 |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
BMC Teammachine SLR01 Four · Dura-Ace Di2
2027 · Dura-Ace Di2 · 52/36 × 11-34 · carbon wheels + power meter included
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Teammachine SLR 01 Gen 5, 01 Pro Carbon |
|---|---|
| Groupset | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, 2×12 electronic |
| Gearing | 52/36 chainrings, 11-34 cassette |
| Wheels | BMC CR 40 SL carbon, 40 mm deep, tubeless |
| Tyres | 28–30 mm, Vittoria or Continental, tubeless |
| Power meter | Included: 4iiii Precision crank power meter |
| Weight | About 7.4 kg (size 54) |
| Sizes | 47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
E-bikes · electric road and gravel
Mixed-ability group? Put the less experienced riders on e-bikes and everyone rides together.
BMC Teammachine 01 AMP Three · e-road
2027 · TQ HPR40 motor · 290 Wh battery · 50/34 × 11-36 · 32 mm tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Teammachine 01 AMP carbon |
|---|---|
| Motor | TQ HPR40, light and almost silent |
| Battery | 290 Wh, built into the frame |
| Groupset | Shimano 105 Di2, 2×12 electronic |
| Gearing | 50/34 chainrings, 11-36 cassette |
| Wheels | BMC AR 27 alloy, tubeless ready |
| Tyres | 32 mm, Vittoria or Continental |
| Weight | About 11.1 kg (size 54) |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
BMC Roadmachine 01 AMP X Two
TQ HPR50 motor · 360 Wh battery · SRAM Rival AXS 1×12 · 32 mm tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Roadmachine 01 AMP X carbon, all-road |
|---|---|
| Motor | TQ HPR50 |
| Battery | 360 Wh, built into the frame |
| Groupset | SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS, 1×12 wireless |
| Gearing | Single chainring, 10-44 cassette |
| Wheels | BMC XRD-522 |
| Tyres | 32 mm, Vittoria or Continental |
| Sizes | 47–58 |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
BMC URS AMP Two · e-gravel
TQ HPR60 motor · 360 Wh battery · 38 × 10-51 · 50 mm tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | URS AMP carbon with MTT suspension |
|---|---|
| Motor | TQ HPR60 |
| Battery | 360 Wh, built into the frame |
| Groupset | Shimano GRX, 1×12 |
| Gearing | 38T chainring, 10-51 cassette |
| Tyres | 50 mm gravel tyres, tubeless |
| Suspension | 20 mm front |
| Sizes | XS–L |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
Gravel bikes
BMC URS Two · gravel
SRAM Apex 1×12 · 40 × 11-50 · 50 mm tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | BMC URS with rear MTT suspension |
|---|---|
| Groupset | SRAM Apex, 1×12 |
| Gearing | 40T chainring, 11-50 cassette |
| Wheels | DT Swiss C1800 Spline |
| Tyres | 50 mm gravel tyres |
| Sizes | XS–XL |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
E-MTB, city e-bike and family
BMC Fourstroke AMP LT Three · e-MTB
TQ HPR50 motor · 360 Wh battery · 120 mm travel · 2.4" tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Fourstroke AMP LT carbon, full suspension |
|---|---|
| Motor | TQ HPR50 |
| Battery | 360 Wh, built into the frame |
| Suspension | RockShox SID fork and SIDLuxe shock, 120 mm |
| Groupset | SRAM NX Eagle, 1×12 |
| Gearing | 34T chainring, 11-50 cassette |
| Tyres | Maxxis Rekon, 2.4" |
| Sizes | M, L |
Each size shows the rider height it fits when you open the size menu.
BMC Alpenchallenge AMP AL One · e-bike
Bosch Performance CX · 625 Wh battery · Shimano Deore 11-speed · 40 mm tyres
Specs, gearing and sizes
| Frame | Alpenchallenge AMP premium aluminium, with Redshift suspension stem |
|---|---|
| Motor | Bosch Performance CX |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 625 Wh, built into the frame |
| Assist | Up to 25 km/h |
| Groupset | Shimano Deore, 11-speed, FSA crankset |
| Wheels | SR500 |
| Tyres | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H, 40 mm |
| Brakes | Shimano MT400 hydraulic disc, 180/160 mm rotors |
| Charger | Included |
Upright, comfortable and with plenty of power: climb higher and ride further than you thought you could. A strong choice for the Sierra Nevada, or for keeping up with faster riders in the group.
Early Rider Seeker · kids
14", 16", 20" and 24" wheels · ages 3–11 · half price when booked with an adult bike
Sizes by age
| Seeker 14 | About 3–5 years |
|---|---|
| Seeker 16 | About 4–6 years |
| Seeker 20 | About 6–8 years |
| Seeker 24 | About 8–11 years |
Between sizes? Tell us your child's height in the booking notes and we'll check.
Thule Chariot · child trailer and stroller
Bike trailer that converts to a stroller · 1 child up to 22 kg · suspension and rear light
Half price with any adult bike in the same booking
Every bike comes with
- 2 bottle cages
- A pump on the frame
- Saddle bag with 1 spare tube, tyre levers and a multitool
- Fully charged, with a charger
Want a perfect fit? Add bike set-up (€20) and fill in our bike fit form after you book. Only one spare tube is included, so add a second in Extras. We don't supply locks or bottles; both are available in the shop or as extras. Only need a bike for a day or two? Collect it from our shop in Vélez de Benaudalla.
Add extras
Everything goes in the same booking. The most added extras are first.
Pedals
Fitted before delivery. Choose Shimano SPD-SL (above), LOOK Keo, Shimano SPD (MTB) or flats, or bring your own.
Bike hire insurance
From €15 for one day. Covers crash and accidental damage, a replacement bike, and roadside collection after a crash or breakdown. €200 excess. Doesn't cover theft or loss. Medical emergencies: call 112.
Read the full insurance terms →
Add a spare tube
Your bike comes with one tube. Better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.
Helmet
Lazer Tonic KinetiCore: a light, well-vented road helmet with built-in protection against rotational impacts. One less thing to pack.
Power meter
Favero power meter pedals, Shimano or LOOK cleats.
Bike set-up
We set the bike up to your measurements so it feels like your own. Add it now and send the bike fit form after you book.
Open the bike fit form →Carbon wheels
Upgrade your road or gravel bike to carbon wheels. Set up tubeless on gravel bikes. Minimum 3-day hire.
Women's saddle
PRO Sirin AF Performance road saddle, 152 mm, fitted before delivery.
+ 6 more extrasBikepacking bags, e-bike range extender, computer mount, bottles, gels and CO2
Bikepacking bag set
PRO Discover set: 15 L saddle bag, 5.5 L frame bag and handlebar bag. Riding point to point? We can store or move your extra luggage.
E-bike range extender
Extra battery that fits in a bottle cage, for the longest days. Fits all our TQ e-bikes (not the Alpenchallenge).
Computer mount
Out-front mount for Garmin or Wahoo.
CSN bottles, 2 for 1
Two of our bidons to take home.
SiS gels
Waiting with your bikes when they arrive.
CO2 cartridge
16 g threaded cartridge for a fast roadside inflate.
Collect from our shop, or we deliver from €50
We deliver 7 days a week, with the bikes set up and ready to ride, and collect them at the end. One price per booking covers delivery and collection, however many bikes you hire. Minimum 3-day hire for delivery.
| Town | Delivery + collection | Free over |
|---|---|---|
| Motril, Salobreña, Playa Granada, Torrenueva | €50 | €550 |
| Órgiva (town) | €55 | €550 |
| Lanjarón | €60 | €550 |
| Almuñécar | €65 | €550 |
| Dúrcal, Castell de Ferro | €65 | €550 |
| La Herradura | €70 | €550 |
"Free over" means your bike hire total (bikes only, not extras). When it's over that amount, we refund your delivery charge once your booking is confirmed.
| Anywhere else: Alpujarra villages, countryside, cortijos | Delivery + collection |
|---|---|
| Up to 30 minutes' drive from our shop | €65 |
| Up to 45 minutes | €90 |
| Up to 60 minutes | €115 |
| Up to 75 minutes | €140 |
| Up to 90 minutes | €165 |
How we measure it: the driving time from our shop in Vélez de Benaudalla to your address on Google Maps, one way.
Old towns and narrow streets: we deliver to a place we can reach and park. If you're staying in the old town of Salobreña or Almuñécar, or up a narrow street, we'll agree a meeting point nearby when you book. Remote or hard-to-reach places may cost more.
Add delivery to your booking
Choose your town or drive time. Minimum 3-day hire.
Collect from the shop: free
Calle Mariana Pineda 13b, 18670 Vélez de Benaudalla. About 15 minutes from Motril and Salobreña, 20 minutes from Lanjarón and 25 minutes from Almuñécar.
Mon–Sat 09:00–14:00, and 17:00–19:00 by appointment
Sun 08:30–09:30, and 16:00–19:00 by appointment
Deliveries 7 days a week.
Only need a bike for a day or two? Collect it here. Delivered hires are a minimum of 3 days.
What riders say
“The 10 high end road bikes (BMCs with Ultegras and 105 Di2s) were well serviced… Best bike shop that we’ve used across Spain, France and Italy.”
“Rented 8 Di2 bikes for our stay in Salobreña. Bike delivery, pick up and technical support was very fast and uncomplicated… very easy to book.”
“We used the delivery service. Very convenient and with a good price point. The BMC bikes with Di2 worked great on all the beautiful climbs in the area.”
Bike hire for groups on the Costa Tropical
Booking ten bikes is no harder than booking one. Add each rider's bike and size to the same booking, pay one 20% deposit, and we deliver the lot to your villa or hotel.
Bikes in the fleet
Enough to put a whole club on matching BMCs, with every size from 47 to 61.
Booking, one drop
Two vans of 16 bikes each, so large groups get everything in a single delivery.
Delivery for groups
Free delivery and collection in all the towns above when your bike hire comes to more than €550.
Deposit to confirm
The group organiser secures everything with 20% now. The balance is paid in full before the bikes are delivered. Plans change? Move the deposit to new dates.
Organising 20+ riders, a team camp or a training week by the sea? Book what you know now and message us about the rest.
Cycling on the Costa Tropical and in the Alpujarras
Motril, Salobreña and Playa Granada
15 minutes from our shop. Ride the coast, or turn inland and you're climbing into the mountains within minutes. Staying at the Impressive Playa Granada or in Torrenueva? Same zone, €50.
Almuñécar and La Herradura
Ride inland to Otívar and up the Goat's Path, the old mule road towards Granada, or pick one of the many climbs straight up from the sea. Staying at Hotel Helios? We deliver there all the time.
Lanjarón, Órgiva and the Alpujarras
White villages, chestnut trees and endless climbs on the south side of the Sierra Nevada, with almost no traffic. Trevélez, one of the highest villages in Spain, is a classic day out.
Mild all winter
One of the few corners of Europe with a subtropical climate: mango and avocado trees on the coast and over 320 days of sunshine a year.
The local BMC shop
2026/27 BMC only
We're an official BMC hire centre. The fleet is replaced every year, every road bike has electronic shifting and disc brakes. For 2027 there are two super bikes: the Teammachine SLR01 and the Teammachine 01 AMP e-bike.
A real shop, nearby
Our workshop is in Vélez de Benaudalla, minutes from the coast. If something goes wrong, help is never far away.
Run by cyclists since 2013
We guide camps in the Sierra Nevada every week, so we know which bike, gearing and route suits your group.
400+ Google reviews
Groups, clubs and solo riders who came back year after year.
Local route guides
Our guides have written up the best climbs and loops in the region, from the Lecrín Valley to Pico Veleta.
Where to ride once the bikes arrive
Our routes start from our shop, minutes from the coast. Our guides have written up their favourites: pick your ride before you book.
RouteThe Goat's Path
115 km · 2,400 mThe old mule road that carried fish from the coast to Granada, now almost traffic-free, with a 23 km climb from Otívar to the mountain plains.
Ride the Goat's Path →
RouteLújar coastal loop
87 km · 1,416 mCoast road beside the Mediterranean, a steady climb and a flowing descent. Think of it as the Costa Tropical's answer to Mallorca's Andratx ride.
Ride the Lújar loop →
RouteLecrín Valley
75 km · 1,700 mThe Goldilocks loop: not too long, not too short. White villages, orange groves and a stop in Lanjarón, the town of eternal youth.
Ride the Lecrín Valley →
RoutePolopos
92 km · 2,100 mSea level to 1,280 m in one 16.5 km climb, with views over the Alboran Sea. Fuel up first on €2.50 tostadas in Castell de Ferro.
Ride to Polopos →Ride with our guides, right here
Our weekly guided road camps start from our shop in Vélez de Benaudalla. Our guides plan every ride around the group and the weather.
See the camp calendar → Self-guided weekYour own week, our back-up
Apartment, bike, GPX routes and roadside support, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada.
See the self-guided week → Why here?Sierra Nevada vs Mallorca, Girona and Calpe
Quieter roads, 20+ HC climbs and 320 days of sun. Why more and more pro teams train here.
Read why →Bike hire on the Costa Tropical: before you book
How much is bike hire in Almuñécar, Salobreña or Motril?
Road bikes start at €145 for three days and €210 for a week, about €30 a day. Each extra day costs less than the one before. Collection from our shop is free. Delivery and collection is €50 in Motril, Salobreña and Playa Granada, €65 in Almuñécar and €70 in La Herradura, and free when the bike hire is over €550.
Where do you deliver on the Costa Tropical?
To hotels, villas and apartments in Motril, Salobreña, Playa Granada, Torrenueva, Almuñécar, La Herradura, Castell de Ferro, Lanjarón, Dúrcal and Órgiva. Anywhere else, including Alpujarra villages and the countryside, is priced by the driving time from our shop on Google Maps.
Do you deliver to Hotel Helios in Almuñécar?
Yes. Hotel Helios is one of the most popular cycling hotels on the coast, and we deliver there regularly. It's in our Almuñécar zone: €65 for delivery and collection, free when the bike hire is over €550.
Do you deliver to the Impressive Playa Granada hotel?
Yes. Impressive Playa Granada, and the other hotels and apartments in Playa Granada, are in our Motril zone: €50 for delivery and collection, free when the bike hire is over €550. It's about 15 minutes from our shop.
Can you deliver to the old town in Salobreña or Almuñécar?
We deliver to a place we can reach and park. If you're staying in an old town or up a narrow street, we'll agree a meeting point nearby when you book.
Can I hire a bike for just a day or two?
Yes, if you collect it from our shop in Vélez de Benaudalla. Delivered hires are a minimum of 3 days.
What time will you deliver?
We agree a delivery time with you and arrive within an hour either side of it. We aim to be right on time, but in the busiest weeks traffic and big group drops can push us towards the edge of that window.
Can you deliver here and collect in Málaga or Granada?
Yes. One-way hires work both ways. You pay the higher of the two delivery prices, and we can move your bags between the two for you. Add both addresses in the booking notes.
Are there discounts for kids?
Kids' bikes and the Thule Chariot child trailer are half price when booked with an adult bike.
Can I book bikes for a big group?
Yes. Add every rider's bike and size to one booking and pay a single 20% deposit. With 150 bikes we can put a whole club on matching BMCs.
What do I need to bring?
The person who made the booking needs an official photo ID, such as a passport or national ID card. We check it when we hand over the bikes.
Is there a security deposit?
Yes. This is separate from the 20% booking deposit. It's €100 per bike, and more for some of our top-end bikes, paid by card when you collect the bikes at the shop or when we deliver them. We return it at the end of your rental, once the bikes have been checked.
How much do I pay to book?
We take a 20% booking deposit when you book online. The balance is paid in full before the rental starts, and before we deliver.
What if we need to cancel?
Cancel more than 6 days before your hire starts and you can move your deposit to new dates once, within 12 months. If you cancel within 6 days of the start, the deposit is lost.
Is insurance included?
Insurance is optional: €25 for 3 days or €40 for a week. It covers crash and accidental damage, roadside collection and a replacement bike, with a €200 excess. It doesn't cover theft or loss, and we don't supply locks. Our roadside call-out is for crashes and mechanicals that stop your ride. If anyone is hurt or needs medical help, call 112 first. Full insurance terms.
What comes with the bike?
Two bottle cages, a pump on the frame and a saddle bag with one spare tube, tyre levers and a multitool. Every bike leaves fully charged and comes with its charger. Add a second tube in Extras. Pedals are €12.50: choose LOOK Keo, Shimano road, Shimano MTB or flats, or bring your own.
Can I ride up Pico Veleta on a hire bike?
Yes. Our road bikes and e-bikes are ideal for it, and it's about an hour's drive from the coast. Read our Pico Veleta climbing guide first. The top of the road is usually only clear of snow from early summer into autumn, so ask us about conditions first, and start early in the heat of summer.
Which size do I need?
Each bike lists its sizes with rider heights when you add it. If you're between sizes, add bike set-up and send us your measurements.
Ready to ride?
Pick your dates, add your bikes and you're booked in 2 minutes.
Book your bikesCycle Sierra Nevada · Calle Mariana Pineda 13b, 18670 Vélez de Benaudalla · +34 684 205 648 · info@sierranevada.cc