🏍️ Motocross & Enduro Near Can Negrell 🚵
Right behind the mountain, but far enough to be peaceful at night, lies Circuit de Motocross Vidreres (also called “El Carbonet”), a well-composed motocross track in a wooded, natural setting that’s been active since 1979 (Facebook, Circuit Motocross Vidreres). The course is about 1,200 m long, 6–7 m wide, with 12 jumps, and usually handles up to 50 riders .
Opening hours: weekends and holidays, 09:00–13:30 (check social media for updates) .
Fees: typically €20 in the morning, or €30 per full day; group rates available .
Supports motocross, enduro, trial, and even short training sessions and races (Facebook).
Just a short ride from Can Negrell, this track attracts both locals and visitors (including many adventure-seeking Dutch riders).
🚀 Motocross vs Enduro – Two Very Different Thrills
Motocross: precision-focused riding on a tidy, sculpted circuit with sweeping jumps and fast straights — ideal for speed and adrenaline.
Enduro: raw, back-country riding — plunging through forests, navigating streams, tackling rugged terrain, and yes… recovering your bike from wherever it landed.
One is about lap times and trophies; the other is about wild rides and epic recovery tales.
🎯 Pro Tip for Off-Road Riders
Think of motocross as lap-based intensity, where you fly over jumps on carefully maintained terrain.
Enduro, however, is about exploring unpredictable trails — expect a few muddy detours, a lot of pine-scented air, and the occasional retrieval mission after a solid crash.
🗺️ Want to ride like local pros?
Vidreres hosts frequent enduro and motocross meetups, especially at weekends. For real-time schedules, see:
CircuitMotocrossVidreres.com (Circuit Motocross Vidreres)
Want maps or GPS-tracks for nearby enduro routes? Check the MXCircuit app — Vidreres is listed among top Girona circuits .
🏁 In Short:
| Discipline | Track type | Environment | Vibe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motocross | Groomed circuit | El Carbonet track | Speed, precision, jumps |
| Enduro | Forest & backroads | Surrounding woods/mountains | Adventure, exploration |
Ready to ride?
Grab your bike, tune your gears, and choose your path — lap it till sunset at the motocross track or roam the hills for an unforgettable enduro adventure. Whether you chase trophies or tales, the landscape around Can Negrell won’t disappoint.
