Cycling in the Algarve

With the superb tracks available in the Algarve, both on and off-road, cycling enthusiasts are drawn to the region, be they professional or amateur.  Some of the world's leading professional teams, such as Sky, Omega Pharma and Saxo Bank come to the Algarve for training and to compete in the "Volta do Algarve" in February.

We have a special package for amateur enthusiasts, with the addition of  many options through our health club in terms of training, classes and spa treatments.

For reservations contact us through rentals@ddbc.pt

Dunas Douradas Beach Club & the“38ª Volta ao Algarve”

DDBC was one of the official sponsors of the”38ª Volta ao Algarve” that took place between 15^th and 20^th February 2012.

The first stage began here in the beautiful Dunas Douradas Beach Club in a clear morning and a vibrant atmosphere with clients, friends and cycling enthusiasts gathering to see the famous cyclists.

Two of the most prestigious teams, Saxobank and Team Sky, were staying here at DDBC for the whole week.

Bradley Wiggins (Team Sky) made it a perfect week for his British team by winning the final stage time trial. Wiggins’ teammate, Richie Porte, finished third on the stage, 13 seconds down, and secured the overall in the race. The Portugal race is a key stepping-stone used by a number of Grand Tour contenders in the build up to the Tour de France.

The Norwegian cyclist Edvald Boasson Hagen (Sky Procycling) - pictured here with Dunas Douradas Beach Club CEO, Evy Ougendal) won the Stage 2 of the event.

The overallresult of the tour was as follows:

1) Richie Porte (Aus) - Team Sky 2) Tony Martin (Ger) - Omega Pharma 3) Bradley Wiggins (GBr) - Team Sky

The team event was won by Sky procycling (GBr) followed by Omega Pharma/ Quickstep (Bel) and Lotto- Belisol, also from Belgium.