Most people visiting Guatapé spend the morning in a queue at La Piedra. That’s not a criticism — the view from the top is worth it. But there’s another version of a Guatapé morning, and it starts earlier and moves faster.
Three days a week, a group leaves from Casa de Ciclistas at 7:30am and rides through Guatapé before the town fully wakes up. It’s free, it’s open to anyone, and it shows you a version of the place most visitors never see.
What the Ride Is
It’s a casual group ride — not a tour, not a race, not a guided experience with commentary and a hat. Just a group of people on bikes moving through backroads, lakeside paths, and neighborhoods that don’t appear in the standard day-trip itinerary.
The pace is relaxed. The route takes you through parts of Guatapé and the surrounding area that feel genuinely quiet in the early morning — a different perspective on a town that gets busy fast once the buses from Medellín start arriving.
When and Where
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- 7:30am sharp
- Starting point: Casa de Ciclistas, malecón, Guatapé
Registration is required — sign up here before you arrive. It only takes a minute and helps us plan for the group.
Who It’s For
Anyone. You don’t need experience, fitness, or special gear. If you can ride a bike, you’re welcome.
It tends to attract a mix: solo travelers looking for a low-key way to start the day, day-trippers who want something beyond the rock, backpackers, cyclists passing through, and locals who show up regularly. The common thread is people who’d rather move through a place than stand still in it.
Why Casa de Ciclistas Runs It
The name is literal — house of cyclists. Casa de Ciclistas started as a space for riders, and the free morning ride is an extension of that. It costs nothing to run and nothing to join. It’s just a way to share the town with people who want more from their morning than a queue.
Breakfast After the Ride
The ride ends back at Casa de Ciclistas. The kitchen has been open since 7:30am, so by the time you’re back, breakfast is fully running.
Shakshuka, Turkish eggs, fresh sourdough, Colombian coffee, pastries, smoothies — everything made from scratch. After an hour on a bike in the morning air, this part of the day earns itself.
If you haven’t been to Dulce Amazónica yet — the Amazonian cultural embassy next door — the post-ride window is a good time to go. Ice cream made from wild Amazonian fruits, artesanías from indigenous communities, and a story worth hearing.
A Few Practical Notes
- Wear something comfortable you can move in
- Closed-toe shoes
- Bring water
- Sunscreen if you run warm
If you have questions, reach out on WhatsApp before you arrive: +57 321 884 8858. Weather in Guatapé can be unpredictable — if it’s been raining, check in the evening before to confirm the ride is going ahead.
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Registration is free and takes one minute.
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