Reimund Dietzen sigue saliendo en bicicleta, unas dos o tres veces a la semana. También corre a pie y tanto tiempo después, sigue disfrutando de su pasión por el deporte, volviendo cada poco a montar en bici a Cambrils y la Costa Daurada, incluso después de dejar el ciclismo de forma prematura, a causa de una caída de la que hablaremos más adelante.

Sin embargo él nunca se ha ido de la Costa Daurada. Vive en Mont Roig del Camp, cerca de Cambrils, y disfruta muchísimo de la zona.

Cuando era ciclista, entrenaba mucho por aquí. Conocía bien el terreno y los sitios para salir en bici. Es una zona preciosa, con buenas carreteras, poco tráfico y un paisaje ideal“, comenta sobre Cambrils y sus alrededores.

Prades, Priorat, Musara… y siempre les contaba las maravillas de la zona a los ciclistas alemanes: “Fui el primero en traerlos de forma organizada a Cambrils. Estaban acostumbrados a ir a Mallorca, que es muy bonita, pero con más tráfico. Aquí, cuando cruzas los primeros pueblos, pasan minutos y minutos sin ver un coche. Puedes entrenar tranquilo, relajarte, tomarte un café y disfrutar de la vida“.

Hay muchas rutas, puedes subir a la Teixeta, por Prades, Montblanc… todo es una maravilla, y puedes bajar hasta el Ebro“, sigue contando.

Solo traía a alemanes, y se mostraban “encantados, les gustaba todo. Muchos siguen viniendo con sus bicis y, por la tarde, se van a la playa“.

Uno de esos ídolos de los años 80

Pero la historia de Reimund Dietzen en España viene de lejos, de hace más de 40 años. “Siempre me he sentido muy bien aquí, como en casa. Empecé en el ciclismo cuando era muy joven, salía en bici y me puse en contacto con un club. Poco a poco fui creciendo, ganando experiencia y victorias“, nos cuenta.

Y claro, acabaría corriendo en España, en el equipo Teka: “En mi primer año como profesional competí en Suiza, pero me sentía muy cómodo en las carreras de España, como la Vuelta a Valencia o la Vuelta a España. Teka quería fichar a un ciclista alemán, investigaron un poco y les sugirieron mi nombre. En Alemania no había tantos ciclistas profesionales“.

Teka vendía tanto en España como en Alemania, y “para ellos tener a un ciclista como yo era interesante“. Alemania tenía ciclistas, pero no grandes nombres.

Hablamos de 1983, cuando llega a Teka: “Me gustaba competir en España, por el tipo de carreras, con bastante montaña, y por el público, la gente que nos iba a ver“.

En Teka, pasó toda la década de los 80, con ellos subió al podio de la Vuelta a España tres veces: dos segundos y una tercero. Solo le faltó ganar, pero “no tuve la suerte ni fuerzas necesarias frente a Lucho Herrera y Sean Kelly“.

A los 30 años, tuvo que dejar el ciclismo

“Mis recuerdos de esos años son muy buenos. Tuve la suerte de estar en un buen equipo y con muchos amigos. El Tour no se me dio bien, porque competir en dos grandes vueltas no era fácil, además corríamos muchas carreras desde febrero hasta octubre. No podía descansar lo suficiente para preparar el Tour como quería”.

Hoy, la gente compite en 60 carreras, a mí me tocaban unas 115 al año. Fue una época muy bonita, aunque no era todo tan perfecto en cuanto a organización, pero tenía un toque muy familiar” rememora, al igual que su caída en el el Túnel del Cotefablo, durante la Vuelta de 1989.

Son recuerdos malos, no deberíamos haber pasado por ese túnel tan largo y poco iluminado. Hoy, el ciclismo es mucho más seguro gracias a esas experiencias. Además, yo no llevaba casco, lo que complicó mucho las cosas“.

Hoy Reimund Dietzen es bien recordado por la gente que seguía ciclismo en los 80 y por todos aquellos que han viajado con él a Cambrils, la suya fue una carrera de pionero, trayendo ciclismo a estas tierras mucho antes que lo hicieran otros.

 

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  • The cycling essence of Cambrils is summarized in the Bioracer Cambrils Road

    If you’re looking for the ideal setting to devour kilometers on asphalt, Cambrils presents itself as the epicenter of cycling on the Costa Daurada.

    Its strategic location, embraced by the Mediterranean and guarded by the inland mountains , offers a privileged ecosystem that allows you to enjoy cycling all year round.

    Here, the terrain is a gift for the legs, allowing you to go from the sea breeze to demanding mountain passes in just a few minutes, all under a light that only the Tarragona coast knows how to provide.

    In this unbeatable setting, the Bioracer Cambrils Road returns , a date marked on the calendar for Sunday, May 24.

    Far from the mass marches, this event opts for a family-friendly and intimate format, limiting participation to around 700 cyclists to guarantee safety and enjoyment.

    It’s a day designed to let you feel the road, with the support of a security detail from the Mossos d’Esquadra (Catalan police) and volunteers who watch over every intersection, allowing you to focus solely on pedaling.

    Two challenges between the sea and Priorat

    The event offers two routes that adapt to your fitness level and ambition.

    The short 85-kilometer route offers a balanced journey with three easy climbs , ideal for those looking for an active morning without excesses.

    On the other hand, the 125-kilometer option goes into the heart of Priorat , adding an extra loop that increases the challenge.

    This route includes six mountain passes, among which the dreaded section known as No ploris nen stands out, an 11-kilometer climb with final ramps that reach 18 percent gradient.

    Both routes run along quiet roads and through mountain landscapes amidst forests, offering spectacular views of the coast with the sea always in the background.

    Participating in this march, integrated into the Circuit Català de Llarga Distància , also means enjoying premium services.

    From a high-quality Bioracer jersey to a finisher’s medal that recognizes your effort, everything is designed to make the runner feel like the star.

    Gastronomy and services in the goal

    Upon crossing the finish line, the experience does not end, but rather transforms into a celebration of togetherness and recovery.

    The organization offers gourmet refreshments with a fideuà , reflecting the gastronomic excellence of Cambrils, a city famous for its fish markets and its seafood cuisine.

    In addition, you’ll have access to physiotherapy, mechanical services, and photography to ensure you have the perfect memories of your day. It’s the ultimate combination of sport, nature, and Mediterranean culture.

    Registration remains open until all bib numbers are sold out or until one week before the event.

    It is the perfect opportunity to experience an authentic weekend of cycle touring, breathing in the spirituality of the Priorat forests and always returning to the shelter of a destination that breathes the sea.

    Cambrils awaits you with open arms and your bike ready.

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  • Get ready, on May 23rd and 24th Cambrils becomes the epicenter of cycling with a new edition of Cambribike!

    If you’re passionate about two wheels, we have a double date you can’t miss.

    This year we have set ourselves an ambitious challenge: we want our road ride to be the real “engine” of the event, aiming to bring together between 500 and 700 cyclists .

    It’s a significant leap forward compared to previous years, and we want you to be part of that group!

    The action kicks off on Saturday the 23rd with Cambrils BTT Orígenes

    It’s an event designed for everyone , from those who go for a family stroll to those looking to push themselves to the limit.

    The best part is that you’re in charge: there are four distances divided into two blocks, and you can decide which one to do on the fly depending on how strong you feel.

    For those looking for something relaxed, we have the short distances of 22 km (100 m+) and 35 km (250 m+).

    These are easy, enjoyable, and flat routes around Cambrils and the Costa Daurada, ideal for amateurs or for enjoying with the little ones.

    If you already have tough legs, the long distances of 47 km (750m+) and 55 km (950m+) await you .

    Things get serious here with more technical trails through the Barony of Escornalbou and the Sierra del Pradell.

    And be warned, because although it’s not a total race, there’s some spice!

    We have prepared two time trials with prizes for the three best (men and women) in each modality: MTB, E-bike and Gravel.

    The 47km route has a timed section of 2.5km, and the 55km route adds a second timed section of 2km.

    To recover our strength, in addition to the refreshments along the route, a gourmet fideuà of epic proportions awaits us all at the finish line.

    On Sunday the 24th we switched gears and went from knobby tires to asphalt with the Bioracer Cambrils Road

    It’s our big cycling tourism bet , a ride controlled by volunteers and Mossos d’Esquadra so that you only have to worry about pedaling and enjoying the Priorat landscape.

    You have two options: an 85km route with three manageable climbs, or the 125km challenge that adds an extra loop and six mountain passes.

    If you choose the long route, you will face the famous “No llores niño” climb: 11 km uphill (530m+) with final ramps of 18% that will test you.

    To make the experience truly exceptional, this event includes physiotherapy services, photographers, chip timing, and the official event jersey designed by Bioracer, a leading brand in the sector.

    We want you to feel like a professional surrounded by nature, tranquility and the best cycling environment.

    Whether it’s the trails on Saturday or the mountain passes on Sunday, Cambrils awaits you with open arms and your bike ready.

    See you at the exit!

  • What a wonderful route you’ve planned!

    After conquering the mountain passes of the Prades Mountains, giving it your all in the vineyards of Priorat and feeling the breeze of the Costa Daurada on your face, you deserve a real break.

    After all that cycling, take the opportunity to visit the beaches of Cambrils.

    There’s no better muscle recovery than a swim in calm waters or simply letting the sun recharge your batteries on the sand .

    It’s time to turn off the GPS, put away Strava, and simply listen to the sound of the sea. If this area teaches us anything, it’s that the Mediterranean heals any muscle soreness and allows you to process all the landscapes you’ve traversed by pedal stroke.

    Since you come from Priorat, you know that this land is for drinking , but when you arrive at the port of Cambrils the plan calls for something cooler.

    Take advantage of your free time to sit on a terrace in front of the boats and enjoy a vermouth , the sacred ritual of the area.

    Pair it with some local hazelnuts or arbequina olives while you watch time go by without rushing.

    It’s the perfect time to look through the photos from the trip and laugh about that hill that almost defeated you in Prades, enjoying the well-deserved calm.

    The cyclist works up an appetite and in Cambrils, the gastronomic capital of the area, the reward is top-notch.

    You can’t leave without trying a good seafood rice dish or a Xató (that typical salad with almond and ñora pepper sauce that brings you back to life).

    Local produce is the star; look for restaurants where the fish comes straight from the fish market.

    Enjoying a leisurely meal while watching the fishermen come and go is the perfect ending before returning to the hotel.

    You leave with tired legs, but your heart full of Mediterranean light.