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Cycling in Canary Islands
The Canary Islands offer a single, challenging 150 km road loop from Santiago del Teide with 3635 m climbing.
The Canary Islands have one recorded route starting from Santiago del Teide. This single road loop is 150 km long and features 3635 m of climbing, reaching steep gradients up to 13.8% over 500 m. The route mainly traverses main roads and includes significant climbs.
Riding options in the Canary Islands are limited to this road loop, which climbs notably. The temperature ranges from 21°C in winter months to 30°C in July and August, with the best months for riding from September to June. The mix of paved and some unpaved roads adds variety to the terrain for this long ride.
What the riding is like
The riding in the Canary Islands is mountainous with steep gradients and significant total climbing of 3635 m over 150 km. The route is predominantly on main roads (79%) with some minor roads, paths, and tracks. Surfaces are mostly paved (91%), with some unpaved sections (8%). About 43 km have gradients above 5%, with 4.2 km above 8% and 1.3 km above 10%. The steepest 500 m section reaches 13.8% gradient. Typical routes are long, around 150 km on a demanding loop.
Cycling infrastructure
Cycle path total 0 km, main road 79% (approx. 104.5 km), fast roads 0.2 km.
Best time to ride
The best months to ride are from September to June, avoiding the hottest months of July and August when temperatures reach 30°C.
Riding in Canary Islands in numbers
- 1
- 150 km
- 150 km
- 3,635 m
Where to start in Canary Islands
Rides in Canary Islands
When to ride Canary Islands
Best months: Sep to Jun.
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