If your winter means rain, wind and the turbo trainer, a week of dry outdoor riding in Spain can restart your season. Here is what to expect from a winter camp in Calpe, on Spain's Costa Blanca.
Why Calpe in winter
In January, temperatures are around 14–17°C and conditions stay dry and mild, so you can ride full outdoor volume while much of Europe trains indoors. It is also the month when WorldTour and Continental teams open their seasons on the same roads; we roll out early to ride before the traffic reaches the climbs.
Getting there
Fly into Alicante (ALC); the hotel in Calpe is about 90 minutes from the airport. Valencia (VLC) is also served by our optional group transfer, from €70 per person. Alicante is one of Spain's best-connected airports, with direct flights from many airports in the UK, the Netherlands and the Nordic countries, especially in winter. Check current schedules when you book.
Your bike
Rent or bring? Most riders from northern Europe ask us to arrange a rental bike – it is the easiest option and saves the stress of flying with a bike. Rental is available on request.
Flying with your own bike? Our advice:
- Use a hard bike case.
- Choose a flight with as few connections as possible.
- Avoid connections where you have to collect your luggage, go landside and check in again – that is where bikes get lost or delayed.
What to pack
- Cycling shoes, helmet and glasses
- Your own pedals and saddle if you rent a bike (and your bike fit measurements)
- Warm-weather kit – most January days are mild
- Rain gear – a light rain jacket, and arm and knee warmers for cool mornings and descents
- Your bike computer and power meter pedals, if you use them
- Sunscreen – the Spanish winter sun is stronger than you think
What a week looks like
Open The Season (Jan 4–10 or Jan 16–22, 2027) combines power profile testing, daily coached rides grouped by power, a profile review with race calendar planning, and one month of remote coaching after you fly home. The camp runs in English with up to 14 riders per week.
Cost
Open The Season is €1,940 per person for a double room with breakfast. Flights, a single room upgrade, bike rental and transfers are extra.
FAQ
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