Cycling routes

To fully enjoy the road trips in Tenerife, we recommend:

• Road bike in good condition, with brakes and gears checked.
• Helmet and gloves
• Breathable and adjustable clothing, including mountain jackets.
• Water and energy-boosting food for long or demanding routes.
• Basic puncture repair kit, pump and spare inner tube.
• Sun protection and sunglasses, especially on sun-exposed coastal routes or at high altitudes.

This equipment minimizes risks and ensures a comfortable and safe experience.

Tenerife offers routes adapted to all levels:

• Beginners: short and easy routes, with little elevation change and rest areas, ideal for enjoying the scenery without excessive effort.
• Intermediate: medium-distance routes, with moderate ascents and technical descents, perfect for improving endurance.
• Advanced / professional: long and demanding routes, with challenging climbs and technical curves, designed for high-performance road cycling training.

This allows both families and experienced cyclists to enjoy the island by bike, adapting the route to their abilities and goals.

Our website allows you to select the perfect route according to your needs and level of experience:

• Duration: You can filter routes according to the amount of time you want to cycle: less than 3 hours for short rides, 3 to 5 hours for medium-distance routes, or more than 5 hours for long and demanding adventures.
• Area: Choose the part of the island you want to explore: Isla Baja, North, South, or the Santa Cruz – La Laguna area. This allows you to plan routes near your accommodation or discover specific landscapes.
• Difficulty: Select the route according to your cycling skill level: low for beginners, medium, medium-high or high and very high for experienced cyclists looking for significant challenges, such as ascents to Teide or technical mountain sections.

By combining these filters, you can easily find the route that best suits your available time, experience level, and area of ​​interest, ensuring a safe and enjoyable cycling experience.

Some road cycling routes in Tenerife are especially appreciated by professional and amateur cyclists who are looking for well-paved roads, long ascents and spectacular descents. Among the most recommended routes:

• Ascent to Teide (route 7 and route 8): a very demanding climb from Costa Adeje to the Teide National Park and back, with impressive panoramic views.
• Garachico- Erjos – Masca (route 1): a challenging 54km (33,55 mi) route connecting Garachico with Buenavista del Norte, passing through Puerto de Erjos and Masca, with demanding ascents and spectacular scenery.
• Southern Route (Costa Adeje – Los Cristianos – El Médano, route 6): 70km (43,5 mi) route through the south of Tenerife, from Costa Adeje to Granadilla, with flat sections and gentle ascents.

These routes combine scenic views, physical challenge, and the opportunity to explore different parts of the island, making them very popular with road cyclists who visit Tenerife throughout the year. There are certainly shorter and easier routes to choose from.

Yes. Thanks to the island's mild climate, road cycling routes in Tenerife can be enjoyed during any season. In winter, coastal areas offer mild temperatures that allow smooth riding, while it can be cold and windy in the mountains; so it's recommended to wear appropriate clothing and several layers. Spring and autumn are ideal for long routes, avoiding the intense heat in summer, while the summer months allow you enjoy the daylight hours and the sea after cycling.