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Vuelta a Espana or Bicycle Race of Spain

Spain: Festivals - Vuelta a Espana - Bicycle Race of Spain

The Vuelta a Espana is a bicycle race in Spain that is held annually.
This sport event is actually the third of its kind in Europe and much less well known than the Tour de France.
It seems this event in Spain dates back to the 1930’s when they first began the race; however it was not made annual until twenty years later.
You will find at this event in Spain the bicyclists have fourteen stages to move through.
They will ride for 3411 kilometers in Spain.
Like most bike races this race in Spain will allow for stops and of course plenty of tourists to watch.