Cycling in Santiago del Teide

Cycling guide to Santiago del Teide

Santiago del Teide in the Canary Islands is the start of a substantial 149.9 km loop called the Santiago del Teide – La Orotava loop. This extensive circuit passes through many localities including Playa de la Arena, Puerto Santiago, Tamaimo, and La Orotava, among others. The route covers a wide area and access multiple towns, showcasing a broad riding experience around the region. The climbing totals 3731 m, spread throughout the loop, with the most demanding climb near the start. This steep 1.2 km ascent rises by 94 m, averaging 8.1%, and reaches a maximum gradient of 9.2% ending at 213 m altitude. The highest point on the route is 222 m, indicating varied elevation and climbing challenges along the way.

Best time to ride

July with recorded temperatures around 24°C, suitable for riding conditions in the Canary Islands.

Terrain

The terrain is mostly rolling with a significant amount of climbing distributed along the 150 km loop. The key climb near the start is steep, averaging 8.1% over 1.2 km. The highest elevation reached is 222 m, indicating moderate altitude changes.