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Cycling in Los Cristianos
Cycling from Los Cristianos offers a challenging 44 km route ascending to 2346 m at Teide near Vilaflor de Chasna, mostly on paved roads.
Riding in Los Cristianos in numbers
- 1
- 44 km
- 44 km
- 2,512 m
- Surface
- Paved almost throughout
- Roads
- 67% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane
- High point
- 2,346 m on Teide from Los Cristianos
- Climbs
- 2 named climbs · 1 ascent of 500 m or more
- Bail-outs
- A railway station or ferry within reach on 1 route
The ride in Los Cristianos
Notable climbs
Cycling guide to Los Cristianos
Los Cristianos is the start of a demanding 44.3 km point-to-point cycling route ascending to the Teide area. The route passes through Oasis del Sur, La Camella, La Sabinita, Sabinita Alta, Arona, Las Casas, Trevejos and finishes at Vilaflor de Chasna. With an elevation gain of 2512 m, this climb reaches a high point of 2346 m near Teide. The biggest climb starts very early, from 1 km, continuing for 29.3 km with an average gradient of 7.4% and maximum gradient 17.1%, reaching 2199 m. Almost the entire route is paved (98%), with only 2% unpaved or gravel. There are 29.6 km on main roads without a cycle lane. The longest stretch without services extends 11.5 km. Two railway stations are near the route, aiding access. This ride offers a substantial mountain challenge from the coastal town of Los Cristianos, reaching up to Vilaflor de Chasna near Teide.
- The route features a long, sustained climb starting at 1 km and extending 29.3 km, averaging 7.4% gradient and peaking at 17.1%. Overall climbing totals 2512 m, reaching a height of 2346 m near Teide, making the terrain mountainous and steep.
