Abraham Olano Martxa · 8 Cimas por Gipuzkoa
Tolosa · April 19, 2026
Organized by the Oriako Txirrindulari Eskola with start and finish in Tolosa, the Abraham Olano Martxa — named after the Gipuzkoan former world champion — offers two routes of 90 and 133 km stringing together several of Gipuzkoa's best-known climbs.
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Abraham Olano Martxa · 8 Cimas por Gipuzkoa
Starting and finishing in Tolosa, this ride organized by the Oriako Txirrindulari Eskola carries the name of Abraham Olano, the Gipuzkoan road race and time trial world champion of the 1990s. True to that legacy, the event offers a clearly mountainous route through some of Gipuzkoa’s best-known climbs.
A route of 90 or 133 kilometers
The ride offers two distances: a long 133 km route with 2,800 m of positive elevation gain, stringing together several of the province’s most demanding climbs, and a 90 km option with 1,800 m for those who prefer a slightly more manageable challenge without giving up the mountainous profile.
A tribute to a Gipuzkoan world champion
Beyond the physical challenge, the ride carries a strong local tribute: Abraham Olano is one of the most decorated cyclists in Basque Country history, and the event bearing his name has become a fixture for mountain-cycling fans in the region.
Tolosa beyond the ride
Tolosa, known for its historic center and its culinary tradition around Tolosa beans, is just over 20 minutes from Donostia by road or train. Discover more events in the region in Basque Country.
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Abraham Olano Martxa 2026 registration
Registration is managed through the platforms set up by the Oriako Txirrindulari Eskola, with updated information each year on their website.
Tips
- Check the official website in the months before: the registration platform can change from year to year
Where to stay for the Abraham Olano Martxa
Tolosa, the start and finish point, has enough accommodation for the weekend and good connections with the rest of Gipuzkoa.
Tips
- Book in Tolosa or in Donostia, less than 30 minutes away by road
Bike gear for the Abraham Olano Martxa
The long route adds up to 2,800 m of elevation gain stringing together several Gipuzkoan climbs, a clearly mountainous profile that demands a wide gearing range.
Guides to get you ready
Tips
- Prioritize a wide-range cassette over aerodynamics on such a mountainous route
Technical clothing for the Abraham Olano Martxa
In mid-April, inland Gipuzkoa can have cold starts and freezing descents after the climbs, with a chance of rain.
Guides to get you ready
Tips
- Bring layers for the descents after each climb, where the wind chill drops sharply
Nutrition for the Abraham Olano Martxa
With up to 2,800 m of elevation gain over 133 km, energy expenditure is high; it's worth boosting intake beyond the official feed stations.
Guides to get you ready
Tips
- Bring extra gels or bars for the route's longer climbs
How to get to Tolosa
Tolosa is well connected by road and rail with Donostia and the rest of Gipuzkoa, just over 20 minutes from the capital.
Guides to get you ready
Tips
- The Topo/Euskotren train connects Tolosa with Donostia in just over 20 minutes
Car rental in Gipuzkoa
If you're coming from outside the Basque Country, renting a car in Donostia or Bilbao makes it easier to get to Tolosa with your bike.
Tips
- Book ahead for dates close to the event
Sports insurance for the Abraham Olano Martxa
Federated riders race with their own licence; check the official website for the coverage required for non-federated riders.
Tips
- Check your insurance coverage before registering if you're not federated
Body care for the Abraham Olano Martxa
With 2,800 m of elevation gain on the long route, leg muscle load is high; recovery after the ride is especially important.
Guides to get you ready
Tips
- Spend time stretching quads and calves right after finishing
Components for the Abraham Olano Martxa
Stringing together several Gipuzkoan climbs on the 133 km route demands a wide gear range; a compact chainring makes managing so many consecutive climbs easier.
Guides to get you ready
Tips
- A compact chainring helps you arrive fresher at the last of the route's 8 summits
Sunglasses for the Abraham Olano Martxa
In mid-April, light in Gipuzkoa shifts fast between sunny summits and foggy or rainy descents, so versatile glasses make a real difference.
Guides to get you ready
Tips
- Choose a photochromic lens if the forecast alternates between sun and clouds
