201 miles with 10,000 feet of climbing
Route Profile
Solvang Autumn Double Century • Climbs
Solvang Autumn Double Century • Description
Solvang, the "Danish Capital of America", is one of the most popular cycling regions in California. The Solvang Autumn Double Century is one of two doubles in the area (the one with more climbing). The other event is held in spring.
On the way north to San Luis Obispo the ride visits Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, passes through Foxen Canyon, then visits Sisquoc, leads up Tepusquet Road, then visits Nipomo, and Arroyo Grande.
On the way south to Solvang the route visits Shell Beach, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Oceano, Callender, Guadalupe, Casmalia, Vandenberg Village, Mission Hills, Lompoc, follows Santa Rosa Road, and finally visits Buellton.
Event Website: Solvang Autumn Double Century
Solvang Autumn Double Century • Interactive Map
Solvang Autumn Double Century • Pictures
Foxen Canyon
Solvang
By: Bernd Straehle