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A few years ago, electric-assist bikes were known only to cycling enthusiasts.

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At Backroads, we’ve been exploring Spain for decades. These are what we think are the 6 best hiking destinations in Spain, suitable for a wide ran...

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We’ve been traveling to Italy for over four decades. From striking coastal trails to epic alpine peaks, here are our top walking and hiking destin...

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From vineyards to castles, from the Dalmatian Coast to the Bavarian Alps- our top 10 biking regions in Europe. ...

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